Shoping in Hoedspruit
“Hoedspruit, a nice blend of cultural and modern shops, local markets and friendly people”
Hoedspruit offers a charming mix of boutique shops, local art, and handmade crafts. Browse unique souvenirs, African décor, and stylish clothing at small, locally owned stores. Don’t miss the monthly Farmers Market for fresh produce, treats, and artisanal goods. Shopping here is relaxed, personal, and full of local flair.
Supermarkets
Hoedspruit is known as the Safari capital of South Africa. There are many lodges in the surrounding area and of course in The Greater Kruger National Park area who are coming to town to do their shopping. Hoedspruit has two big supermarkets, Pick ‘n Pay (closest to the villa) and Spar, where you can buy your daily groceries. Both supermarkets are open on Saturday afternoon and Sunday morning as well. The local Le Bamba supermarket is known for its fresh fruit and has late opening hours.
Also a ‘must visit’ is Fruitful Living. This health shop in Hoedspruit is a rare gem for any one interested in holistic living, vegan food, gluten-free, lactose-free and other speciality foods. It also stocks supplements, organic produce, and beauty products.
Kamogelo Tourism Centre
Situated in the heart of Hoedspruit, Kamogelo Tourism Centre offers an enticing shopping experience with plenty parking space and a variety of stores selling clothing, jewelry, souvenirs and more. It is home to a number of restaurants and coffee shops too. You’ll find The Hoedspruit Cafe here as well, a spot where locals come for meetings, work (as the wifi is free and good) and they have a nice outside seating area surrounded by greenery.
Farmers Market Hoedspruit
Every first Saturday of the month there’s the Farmers Market at Zandspruit Commercial Centre (formerly known as The Farmhouse).
Opening hours: 08.00 – 13.00
There’s a variety of stallholders, each with their own unique fresh products, delicious treats and drinks. Discover unique handcrafted goods, enjoy live music and support local businesses that make our community thrive.
You will also enjoy good food and drinks at the restaurants; The Harvest House and The Aragula Experience. Be sure to visit the elevated deck with great mountain views.
Pick ‘n’ Pay Centre
Just before the entrance of Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate you will find the Pick ‘n Pay Centre. Pick ‘n Pay is one of the major supermarkets in South Africa and offers a wide variety of groceries for your everyday shopping needs. You’ll also find all kinds of other shops such as MrPrice Clothing, Pick ‘n Pay Clothing, Crazy Store and other local shops.
Just behind the centre, on Huilboerboomstreet, you’ll find the Africology Spa and a few more shops to visit. And a nice interior design shop to visit is Sanders Interiors, close to the Africology Spa.
Rock Fig Lifestyle Centre
Situated near Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate and Pick ‘n Pay Supermarket is the modern, attractive Rock Fig Lifestyle Centre. An antique ox wagon is situated in beautiful
gardens at the entrance to the centre, which houses several boutique shops and a restaurant / coffee shop.
Definitely have a drink or enjoy your lunch at the Fig & Bean Cafe, a local coffee shop with the best cappuccinos!
Bosveld Village
Along the R40, 4km out of town, you will find the Bosveld Village. A nice local shopping centre combined with several restaurants such as The Brewery and Anne’s Cotton Club.
We love the souvenir shop of William, situated next to Anne’s Cotton Club. He works with many local artists and we have bought many items from him for Ubuntu Luxury Villa;)
Zandspruit Commercial Centre / The Farmhouse
This newly developed area (formerly known as The Farm House) along the R527, just out of town, is booming with a variety of shops and restaurants. You’ll find local goodies here, homeware and souvenirs.
Every first Saturday of the month they host the very popular and local Farmers Market.
Spar / Leadwood Centre
Along the R527, almost in the centre of town, you will find the Spar / Leadwood shopping centre, with its entrance at the Total petrol station. Spar offers more or less the same shopping and groceries as Pick ‘n Pay. For liquor and wines you will find the Spar liquor store at the entrance of the centre.