Vaalwater, Waterberg
(Vaalwater has recently been renamed to Mabatlane).
In the heart of the Waterberg, the charming town of Vaalwater is considered the "central" town of the Bushveld region.
Vaalwater is situated in the uppermost reaches of the Mokolo River and the village is surrounded by farms and reserves offering plenty of opportunities for adventure activities and outdoor pursuits including game and bird watching, mountain biking, horse riding, hiking and 4x4 trails to name a few.
The Waterberg's beauty, its diversity in plant and animal life, has evolved into the development of many eco tourism projects. For example, the biosphere reserve - the Waterberg Nature Conservancy - which is the combination of conservation areas in order to protect more than 150 000 hectares of Waterberg habitat.
The Waterberg Nature Conservancy is the first region in the northern part of South Africa to be named as a Biosphere Reserve by UNESCO.
Travellers' Reviews
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Stayed at Bosveldrus caravan Park - what heaven. Our children stayed in one of the chalets - absolutely superb. The venue is stunning - peaceful and can hear the birds. The pool is lovely and the ablutions always clean. Well worth a visit to get away from it all.
Chris Reed (Germiston)
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Amazing time spent with friend in Tsessebe Safaris
marisa (Madrid)
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Hotels & other accommodation options
Lindani Alden Cottage
Lindani Alden Cottage offers accommodation in Vaalwater at the heart of the Waterberg Mountains with easy access to a range of outdoor activities...
Lindani Thabeng Cottage
Lindani Thabeng offers accommodation in Vaalwater that is set back in the trees and overlooks an open field and waterhole. The cottage is well pl...
Clifftop Exclusive Safari Lodge
Clifftop Exclusive Safari Lodge offers a unique bushveld retreat tucked away in the Welgevonden Private Game Reserve. This game reserve is home t...
Campsite at Kigeni
Campsite at Kigeni offers a real, bush experience at an affordable price. The Campsite at Kigeni can accommodate up to 12 guests and has a swimm...
Sediba Rock Lodge
Sediba offers exclusivity, style and luxury against a backdrop of wild Africa in all her splendour. Situated in the Welgevonden Private Game Rese...
Matingwe Lodge
Matingwe Lodge lies adjacent to the larger Welgevonden Game Reserve and is vast, peaceful and startlingly beautiful. The vistas, mountain gorges,...
Samia @ Palala
Samia Holiday Home can comfortably accommodate 6 guests in 3 en-suite bedrooms with mosquito netting. The bedrooms are beautifully appointed with...
Lindani Impala Cottage
Lindani Impala Cottage is set in the heart of the Waterberg Mountains on a 3000ha Game farm offering a comfortable accommodation in Vaalwater. Wi...
Lindani Skebenga Lodge
Lindani Skebenga is a restored farmhouse offering accommodation in Vaalwater on a north facing slope of a wide valley of open fields and bushveld...
Laluka Safari Lodge
The tranquil, quiet feeling of being at peace with the world around us. Everything about Laluka Safari Lodge is guided by that unmistakable feeli...
Ant's Hill
Built on the edge of a cliff, Ant's Hill offers breathtaking views across the Waterberg. With spacious rooms and folding doors, the thatched lodg...
Shibula Solar Safari Lodge
At Shibula Solar Safari, situated close to the best game viewing areas of Welgevonden Game Reserve, guests are assured of excellent game viewing....
Nedile Lodge
Nedile Lodge is situated in the Malaria free Welgevonden Game Reserve, just 2.5 hours north of Pretoria. Welgevonden Reserve is a declared Herita...
Lindani Maroela Cottage
Lindani Maroela is a charming cottage offering accommodation in Vaalwater and is set beneath a giant Maroela tree, overlooking a well-frequented ...
Luxury Tents at Kigeni
Luxury Tents at Kigeni offer a real, bush experience in the Waterberg. At each site, there is an outside fire place and braai. The tents are loca...
Mashudu Lodge
Embraced by pristine bushveld, Mashudu Lodge comes to meet you with great hospitality! Ideally situated for that quick midweek or weekend getaway...
La Barune Game Lodge
La Barune Game Lodge offers bed and breakfast accommodation in a selection of rooms at this safari style hideaway. Here you can enjoy views of th...
Alpetra Lodge
Alpetra Lodge can be found within the Alpetra Nature Reserve, a 4000ha private game reserve in the beautiful Waterberg District of the Limpopo Pr...
Sekala Game Lodge
Situated within the Welgevonden Private Game Reserve, Sekala Game Lodge accommodates up to 10 guests in five spacious chalets. Here the reserve i...
Dinkweng Safari Lodge
Dinkweng Safari Lodge is a wildlife sanctuary in the Waterberg Biosphere Reserve just three hours drive from Johannesburg. The secluded, luxuriou...
Elephants Crossing
Experience Elephants Crossing, located in the magnificent malaria free Welgevonden Game Reserve, from a remote retreat surrounded by the lively b...
Taaibos River Lodge
Situated in the world acclaimed Welgevonden Game Reserve, Taaibos River Lodge is an elegant wilderness retreat, with its eye-catching design and ...
Lindani Loft
Lindani Loft offers accommodation in Vaalwater at heart of the Waterberg mountains on a 3000ha Game farm. With 70kms of cycling and hiking trails...
Palala River Cottages
Palala River Cottages offers accommodation in three cottages on a private game reserve on the banks of the Palala River. Here you can enjoy total...
Riverdance Lodge
Set in Limpopo's magnificent Waterberg mountains and plains, just half an hour East of the charming town of Vaalwater lies a hidden gem. Riverdan...
Inzalo Safari Lodge
Inzalo Safari Lodge offers accommodation in the Welgevonden Reserve in Limpopo. The main lodge is an airy and welcoming retreat, with large open ...
Madikela Game Lodge
Madikela Game Lodge is situated on the Waterberg Plateau in the heart of the Waterberg Biosphere Reserve. The Lodge is only 2 hours 15 minutes fr...
Izintaba Game Farm
At Izintaba we believe that a stay in the bush can be enjoyed in style and comfort. The thatched lodges are luxuriously furnished, very comfortab...
Royal Morubisi Founders Lodge
Royal Morubisi is located at Kaingo Game Reserve, a wilderness of outstanding scenic beauty, an African Eden, situated in the malaria-free Waterb...
Zingela Lodge
Zingela meaning "Hunter" in Zulu is an exclusive-use lodge offering a fantastic breakaway for families and friends. The lodge is set on the Nyati...
Ant's Nest
Ant's Nest is situated in a natural amphitheatre and the original homestead, with its wide verandahs, has a classic, relaxed, African atmosphere....
Lindani Game and Lodges
Situated on a beautiful 3000ha private game farm in the Waterberg and only 285kms from Johannesburg, Lindani offers a choice of eight lovingly fu...
York's View
Escape to the Waterberg, where York's View at Summerplace Game Reserve offers a healthy slice of rural bliss for the entire family. York's View i...
Buffelsfontein Lodge
Buffelsfontein Lodge is a self catering holiday home located in the Alpetra Nature Reserve. Tucked snugly between the South-Western fence of Welg...
Thaba Tala
Thaba Tala Game Farm offers self catering accommodation in a relaxing environment for up to 10 guests. During your stay you can explore the surro...
Ingwe Lodge
Ingwe Lodge is the gem of the Nyati Wilderness' safari accommodation collection. Safari in this incredible cliff top lodge built from stone and T...
Kololo Game Reserve
Discover Kololo Game Reserve in captivating Limpopo, a malaria-free haven nestled within the picturesque Waterberg biosphere. Immerse yourself in...
Lindani Stone House
Lindani Stone House is a beautifully renovated 1937 sandstone farmhouse, with an outside rondavel. The house offers accommodation in Vaalwater wi...
Kaingo Game Reserve
Situated in the Malaria free Waterberg Biosphere Reserve, Kaingo Game Reserve has created a variety of unique visitor experiences around the beau...
Lakeside Cabin
Lakeside Cabin is a beautiful, rustic self-catering cabin, set deep in in the Alpetra Nature Reserve. Tucked snugly between the South-Western fen...
Summerplace Game Reserve
Situated on a working farm in the Waterberg Bushveld, Summerplace Farm Stay offers a tranquil and relaxing holiday with morning greetings from th...
Rhino Bush Camp
Rhino Bush Camp offers Vaalwater accommodation at Bushwa Private Game lodge. This is the perfect spot for families and groups of friends chasing...
Lindani Bushcamp Cottage
Over-looking a vast plain, Lindani Bushcamp Cottage offers a truly private get-away with stunning views. The accommodation in Vaalwater is peacef...
Valamanzi Lodge
Valamanzi Lodge can be found in the Nyati Wilderness which comprises of 13 000 hectares of idyllic game reserve set in the heart of the Waterberg...
Izingwe Lodge
Izingwe Lodge is an exclusive Game Lodge for six guests, in the Welgevonden Private Game Reserve. There is a safari guide and housekeeping staff...
Lindani Motseng Lodge
Lindani Motseng Lodge offers accommodation in Vaalwater that overlooks a wide plain and a large waterhole. Motseng has easy access to mountain bi...
Tintswalo at Lapalala
Tintswalo at Lapalala offers accommodation in the Waterberg area in the Lapalala Wilderness Reserve. A luxury family lodge in a malaria free are...
Bush Cottages at Kigeni
Bush Cottages at Kigeni offers a real, bush experience at an affordable price! The surrounding area offers a range of activities including golfin...
Lindani Bushbuck Cottage
Lindani Bushbuck Cottage is set on a 3000ha Game farm offering 70kms of cycling and hiking trails through game-filled plains. Lindani offers acco...
AfriCamps Waterberg
AfriCamps Waterberg is a tranquil bushveld glamping camp located in the heart of the Waterberg plateau in Limpopo. The camp offers a range of act...
Waterberg Cottages
Relax with the family in an historic thatched cottage set in beautiful, child-friendly gardens, alive with over 100 species of birds. Laze beside...
Kingfisher @ Palala
Kingfisher @ Palala is a Three-Bedroom farmhouse set in a garden with a swimming pool and braai area. There are also 2 en-suite rondavels in the ...
Bushwa Private Game Lodge
Set on 1000 ha in the unspoilt Waterberg biosphere this unique superbly stylish game lodge will not fail to touch your heart. Bushwa offers a cho...
Metsi Lodge
Metsi Lodge offers guest Waterberg accommodation in the malaria-free 37 000 hectares Welgevonden Game Reserve in the Limpopo Province of South Af...
Sediba Mountain Lodge
Sediba Mountain Lodge offers accommodation in Vaalwater in the perfect spot for a small family reunion, a business retreat, or a private getaway ...
Moonriver Mountain Retreat
Moonriver Mountain Retreat offers accommodation in three private and spacious chalets. The chalets offer breathtaking views of the valley. The ma...
Shondoro Mountain Retreat
Nestled in the heart of the Waterberg Mountains, Shondoro Mountain Retreat is perfectly located for the weekend break or a leisurely mid-week hol...
Summerhill
Escape to the Waterberg where Summerhill offers a healthy slice of rural bliss for the entire family. Receive morning greetings from the giraffe ...
Things to do in the area
Horse Riding with Horizon Adventures
Horizon Horseback Adventures is a wonderful, varied holiday destination for riders of all abilities. Rides are organised to suit each client. We ...
Bush Stop Café
Situated in the small town of Vaalwater, The Bush Stop Café is a great place to enjoy a relaxing cappucino in the shady and peaceful garden. This...
Savannah Horse Trails
In cooperation with Savannah Horse Trails, Kololo Game Reserve offers the opportunity to discover the beauty of the Waterberg on horseback. Savan...
Kamotsogo Craft Art
The handcrafted products of Kamotsogo are contemporary, but with a distinct and delightful African feel. Kamatsogo Craft Art, originally establis...
The Waterberg Meander
Just two hours north of Johannesburg, The Waterberg Meander consists of 8000 sq km of savannah, stretching from Marakele Mational Park in the sou...
Mountain Biking at Lindani
Pull on those cycling shorts and grab hold of your helmet for the ultimate Mountain Biking experience. Lindani Game reserve in Vaalwater is such ...
St John Church
The St John Church is a beautiful stone and thatch building that was designed by Sir Herbert Baker. The building was completed in 1902 and is sti...
Mokopane Biodiversity Centre
Mokopane is situated just over two hours from Pretoria and little over 40 minutes from Polokwane. The Biodiversity Centre here is committed to br...
Family Safaris at Ant's Nest
The Ant’s Nest and Ant’s Hill family safaris take place within the Waterberg region of the beautiful Limpopo Province of South Africa. As such, t...
Noteworthy attractions
Welgevonden Game Reserve
The Malaria free Welgevonden Game Reserve is situated just 2.5 hours north of Pretoria. Welgevonden Game Reserve is a declared Heritage Site of 3...
Marakele National Park
The Marakele National Park in the heart of the Waterberg Mountains has become a 'place of sanctuary' for a vast variety of wildlife mainly due to...
Mabalingwe Nature Reserve
Spread over more than 12 000 hectares of softly rolling hills, the malaria-free Mabalingwe Game reserve is host to the big 5, and also hippo, gir...
Mabula Game Reserve
Only two short hours drive North of Johannesburg lies the African wonder that is Mabula Private Game Reserve. This 12000ha of malaria free reserv...
Lapalala Wilderness
Lapalala Game Reserve, today one of the largest private game reserves in South Africa, was established to safeguard a unique eco-system with 77 k...
Doorndraai Dam Nature Reserve
The beautiful Doorndraai Dam nature reserve, set in amongst the foothills of the Waterberg south west of Potgietersrus, includes, as its name sug...
Zebula Country Club
This pristine 660-hectare bushveld estate boasts a sensational new world class Peter Matkovich designed golf course. It is also home to a variety...
Kololo Private Game Reserve
Kololo Game Reserve is situated in the beautiful province of Limpopo, South Africa, in the heart of the Waterberg biosphere. Vast, peaceful and i...
Nylsvley Nature Reserve
The Nylsvley Nature Reserve is situated in the upper reaches of the Nyl River near the town of Naboomspruit in Limpopo, and includes part of the ...
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