Attractions IN Vaalwater
Game Reserves
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 incredibly beautiful, this is a fascinating destination with a rich cultural legacy and a natural splendour. A ...
Game Reserves / Nature Reserves
Kwalata Wilderness
Kwalata Wilderness, close to Lapalala Wilderness Game Reserve in Limpopo, lies in the heart of the biosphere reserve in the beautiful Waterberg just over 300 kilometres from Johannesburg. The greys and blues of the Waterberg Mountain range provide an ...
Attractions AROUND Vaalwater
Nature Reserves
d'Nyala Nature Reserve
D'Nyala Nature Reserve lies just 15 kilometres south east of Lephalale in the remoteness parts of the Waterberg Biosphere. It is named after the huge and lovely Nyala tree (Xanthocercis zambesiaca) that grows in the area up to 30 metres high with massive ...
Lakes / Dams / Nature Reserves
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 suggests, the rather large Doorndraai dam that offers many a visitor relief from the soaring temperatures that ...
Game Reserves
Entabeni Game Reserve
Translated, Entabeni means 'place of the mountain', which goes some way to describe its location deep in the heart of the malaria-free World Heritage Waterberg biosphere in the Limpopo, south west of Lapalala Wilderness Game Reserve. The Waterberg is the ...
Game Reserves
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 kilometres of the Palala River at its heart. This provided the ideal site for the breeding of endangered ...
Game Reserves
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, giraffe, hyena and sable to name but a few of the 36 species of wildlife. For the bird lovers there are more ...
Game Reserves
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 reserve is home to an abundance of wildlife and birdlife, including the world famous Big Five. Home to some 60 ...
National Parks / Game Reserves / Nature Reserves
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 its location in the transitional zone between the dry western and moist eastern regions of South Africa. The ...
Nature Reserves
Mokolo Dam Nature Reserve
The Mokolo Dam and nature reserve lies just north east of the Marakele National Park and roughly 50 kilometres south west of Lapalala Wilderness Game Reserve on the northern slopes of the Waterberg Mountains. Mokolo is a relatively small nature reserve ...
Nature Reserves
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 largest floodplain vlei in the country. The Nylsvley Nature Reserve is well known for its exceptional ...
Game Reserves / Nature Reserves
Tilodi Wilderness
Set in the foothills of the Waterberg, Tilodi Wilderness is a private game reserve that promises an unspoilt bushveld experience against the backdrop of undulating hills, wetlands and seasonal rivers, just two hours from OR Tambo International Airport ...
Game Reserves / Mountain Reserves
Waterberg Biosphere
Situated in the magnificent Waterberg Mountain Range of Limpopo, the Waterberg District is the ideal getaway where the weary traveller can relax and revel in the great natural beauty of the bushveld savannah and its rich wildlife heritage. The Waterberg ...
Game Reserves / Nature Reserves
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 33000 hectares and borders the Marekele National Park, situated in the breathtaking Waterberg Biosphere. A ...
... and a little further afield
Nature Reserves
Atherstone Nature Reserve
The Waterberg - a unique wilderness area - is regarded as game country and is no stranger to game reserves like Atherstone Nature Reserve. You'll find it on the border with North West and just south of the border with ...
Nature Reserves
Ben Alberts Nature Reserve
The Ben Alberts Nature Reserve is set close to the town of Thabazimbi, virtually on Route 510 just south west of Marakele National Park in the heart of the Waterberg. Rated as one of the best birding reserves by avid birders, Ben Alberts is also well ...
Golf Courses
Elements Golf Estate
Elements Private Golf Reserve starts with the advantage of location in the Limpopo Province, one of the most breathtaking malaria-free bushveld regions of South Africa, and the golf course is an unsurpassed Peter Matkovich design. These elements come ...
Golf Courses
Euphoria Golf Course
Euphoria golf course is a unique blend of bushveld golf with wide, undulating fairways, wild grasses and deep bunkers which gives it a links like feel on many of the holes. Aptly named Euphoria - the idyllic state of well being - the course nestles in ...
Golf Courses
Kameeldoring Country Club
The setting against which each of the 18 holes at the Kameeldoring Country Club can be played is nothing if not spectacular. This course is situated at the foot of the Waterberg Mountain Range in the heart of Potgietersrus. Thanks to its gorgeous ...
Golf Courses
Koro Creek Golf Club
The 18-hole golf course is a 6825m par 72 course. There are four tee boxes on every hole to accommodate every level of visiting golfer. A portion of the golf course extends into the reserve, offering the golfers the relaxing experience of golf combined ...
Golf Courses
Mogol Golf Club
The Mogol golf course is situated in Lephalale (formerly Ellisras) in Limpopo, is well known for it's massive Marula trees (better known as sky bunkers) and winds through the Onverwacht extension. The Mogol course demands accuracy and precision - the ...
Birdlife or Wildlife Sanctuaries / Miscellaneous
Mokopane Biodiversity Centre
The National Zoological Gardens of South Africa’s Mokopane Centre unveiled its custom-designed oxpecker facility on Friday 18th July 2008. This facility is for the research of Red-billed Oxpeckers with the aim of breeding and relocating these endangered ...
Nature Reserves
Percy Fyfe Conservancy
Percy Fyfe Conservancy is a small bushveld reserve that lies roughly 20 kilometres outside of Mokopane, en route to Polokwane. Its main function is as a breeding farm for roan antelope and disease-free buffalo, but there is also a camp for students where ...
Museums
Rhino Museum
As a testament to its emphasis on eco-tourism and conservation, the Waterberg boasts Africa's only Rhino Museum, devoted entirely to the conservation of rhinoceros. The species, that has roamed Planet Earth for more than 30 million years has been brought ...
Vaalwater as a destination
Also in the neighbourhood
Bela Bela, Ellisras, Lephalale, Mabalingwe, Mabula, Marnitz, Melkrivier, Modimolle, Mokopane, Mookgophong, Naboomspruit, Northam, Nylstroom, Potgietersrus, Rooiberg, Rust De Winter, Sterkrivier, Thabazimbi, Tolwe, Tom Burke, Warmbaths, Welgevonden
Staying Overnight

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 ...

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...

Kololo Game Reserve
Kololo Private Game Reserve (neighbouring the Big 5 Welgevonden Game Reserve) offers a choice of full board or self catering accommodation in 12 ...

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...

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...

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...

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...

Jamila Game Lodge
Set in the northern side of the Welgevonden Private Game Reserve, this malaria free Big Five private game lodge is set in pristine African wilder...

Matingwe Lodge
Matingwe Lodge lies adjacent to the larger Welgevonden Game Reserve and is vast, peaceful and startlingly beautiful. The vistas, mountain gorges,...

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...


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...

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...

Wild Ivory Eco Lodge
Wild Ivory Eco Lodge is a private and exclusive bush lodge situated in Welgevonden Game Reserve, a well established Big 5 game reserve in the hea...

Shakati Private Game Reserve
Situated on the banks of the Mokolo River in the heart of the Waterberg, Shakati Private Game Reserve offers accommodation in a small, luxurious ...

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....

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...

Leopards Rest Lodge
Leopards Rest Lodge Itaga 720 offers accommodation at one of the highest points of Mabalingwe Nature Reserve. An executive, upmarket lodge, with ...

Moonriver Mountain Retreat
Moonriver Mountain Retreat offers accommodation in three private and spacious chalets. The chalets offer breathtaking views of the valley. The ma...

Dinkweng Safari Camp
Dinkweng Safari Camp is a wildlife sanctuary in the Waterberg Biosphere Reserve just three hours drive from Johannesburg. The secluded, luxurious...

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 ...

Moonriver Mountain Retreat
Moonriver Mountain Retreat offers accommodation in three private and spacious chalets. The chalets offer breathtaking views of the valley. The ma...

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...

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...

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...

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...

Izingwe Lodge
Izingwe Lodge is an exclusive Game Lodge for six guests, in the Welgevonden Private Game Reserve. There is a full time resident cook, a safari gu...

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...

Sediba Game Lodge
Sediba offers exclusivity, style and luxury against a backdrop of wild Africa in all her splendour. Situated in the Welgevonden Private Game Rese...

Summerplace Farm Stay
Situated on a working farm in the Waterberg Bushveld, Summerplace Farm Stay offers a tranquil and relaxing holiday with morning greetings from th...

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...

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...

Mashudu Lodge
Embraced by pristine bushveld, Mashudu Lodge comes to meet you with great hospitality! Ideally situated for that quick midweek or weekend getaway...

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...

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...

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...

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...
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