Mpumalanga

Greystone Lodge is a self-catering, pet-friendly, fly-fishing lodge situated between Dullstroom, Belfast, and Machadodorp on the Escarpment of Mpumalanga.

The lodge has grasslands and forest areas that attract various species such as Blue Crane, Secretarybird, Cape Longclaw, Eastern Long-billed Lark, Cinnamon-breasted Bunting, White-bellied Bustard, the list goes on.

We are also fortunate enough to have Red-chested Flufftail breeding in our small wetland and have been blessed with a rare visit from the Bronze-winged courser. Have a look at our extensive bird list on our website.

The lodge is easily accessible with any standard vehicle from Dullstroom and Belfast, however, the Machadodorp route requires a high clearance vehicle.

We have 9 self-catering chalets, each has its own private garden area with an uncovered braai in the garden.
Chalet 8, our large 4 bedroom (8 sleeper), is paraplegic/wheelchair friendly.

We can cater for large groups or couples.
We offer a 10% senior discount during off-peak seasons.

Kambaku River Lodge, located on the border of the Kruger National Park, a short drive away from the town of Malelane, is a luxurious, private 5-star Kruger Park lodge. Owned and nurtured by Tony and Leanne, Kambaku is named after one of the legendary Magnificent Seven Big Tusker Elephants and overlooks the Crocodile River, giving guests a front-row seat to plenty of animal sightings.

The lodge has been designed to comfortably accommodate 15 guests, with the 2 bedroom Kambaku River House or add Ndlulamithi to make it 3 bedrooms. Ndlulamithi can also stand alone with the suites Joao, Shawu, and Mafunyane, all offering superb views of the Crocodile River and the Kruger National Park. Shingwedzi is a spacious, bed and beakfast suite with a partial view of the River. All accommodation includes king size beds or twin beds, dressed in luxury, soft percale linen and down duvets. We have the option of self-catering while there is also the option of having dinner/breakfast served to your private patio.

From the lodge deck, or your patio, regular sightings of hippo, elusive leopard, rhino, herds of buffalo and herds of elephant can be seen visiting the river for a drink. Our Kruger Park lodge is also a haven for bird life and any bird watcher will find their own personal paradise here. There are plenty of photographic opportunities when staying with us. All throughout the day, you’ll hear the cry of the fish eagle, a truly African experience and during the tranquil, relaxed evenings, the sounds of the African landscape pierce the night while the brilliant stars fill the heavens with glowing light.

Along with offering Kruger trips, we can also arrange for guests to explore the Panorama Route, seeing Blyde River Canyon, Pilgrim’s Rest, God’s Window and Bourke’s Luck Potholes all in a day. Trips to Mozambique and Swaziland are also an option, with both borders being a short one hour drive away.

The Farm is situated in the Olifants River valley in Middelburg, Mpumalanga and is designated as irreplaceable and highly significant in terms of the Mpumalanga Tourism and Parks Authority’s bio diversity assessment criteria which qualifies it to be registered as a Protected area.

The Farm being situated in the transition area of the Lowveld and Highveld boasts more grass species than the Kruger National Park. The Rock art, cycad populations of the critically endangered Encephalartos Middelburgensis and vulnerable Lanatus, the extensive river frontages, permanent internal wetlands and streams, riverine forestation, gorges, savannah plains, rocky outcrops and cliffs make the farm a jewel amongst the mines and mealie fields of Middelburg and Witbank and more than justify the farm’s irreplaceable and highly significant status.

Kudu, Eland, Giraffe, Impala, Blesbuck, Bushbuck, Springbok, Wildebeest, Ostrich, Red Hartebeest, Klipspringer, Waterbuck, Oribi, Leopard, Hyena, Aardwolf, Bushpig, Honey Badger and Serval are some of the game which roam freely on over 3000 hectares. The African Finfoot, Southern Bald Ibis and Denhams Bustard are present in the over 277 confirmed bird sightings.

The Farm offer various accommodation and catering solutions depending on the size of the group and will tailor a solution around your requirements.

Tomjachu is an exclusive, family-owned private nature reserve set in 500 hectares of game fenced mountain bushveld, located within the Crocodile Valley Nature Conservancy, just 20 minutes outside Nelspruit. Whether you are looking for adventure or relaxation, with family, friends, or your loved one, Tomjachu offers something for everyone.

On over 20 kilometres of trails, tracks and roads you can hike amongst the abundant plains game through mountains and valleys, searching for some of the 275 bird species currently listed.  Our wide variety of habitats on the reserve – from grassland savannah, thorny thickets, rocky outcrops to riverine forest – create homes for a wonderfully diverse array of flora and fauna. With no dangerous game on the property, guests can roam freely and safely whilst on the lookout for specials like the Crowned Eagle, Narina Trogon, Retz’s helmet-shrike and many more. Our soon-to-be completed bird hide at Tom’s dam will also offer guests wonderful photographic opportunities on the water.

Our proximity to other birding sites such as Kaapsehoop Blue Swallow Reserve, Kruger National Park and the Blyde River Canyon offers guests the opportunity to do day trips to look for species which can’t be found at Tomjachu.

Guests can enjoy lots of activities such as a guided nature drive or walk, dinner in the bush, star gazing evenings, and open-air picnics at one of our many lookouts spots. We also offer Specialist Bird walks with local birding guide Ben Coley.

Offering breath-taking views across the Bekker Mountains from the veranda, the historic Homestead and nearby cottages are surrounded by beautiful gardens, lawns and terraces, all sharing the greater splendours of nature. Perched high above the Homestead, our exclusive 5-star self-catering Valbonne Villa also offers spectacular mountain views from its extensive veranda and pool, which lies at eye level with the soaring eagles. Our recently opened pet-friendly Crooked Cottage  now enables local visitors to travel with the whole family.

Our relaxed, informal and highly professional team are sure to make your stay an indelible memory.

Rhino Walking Safaris is situated near Skukuza in the Kruger National Park. The Kruger National Park covers almost 2 million hectares of beautiful, unspoilt terrain and boasts the world’s greatest concentration and diversity of species. An impressive 147 mammal species inhabit this remarkable reserve. In addition it boasts 517 bird species, 49 fish, 34 amphibian, 114 reptile and 336 tree species.

Rhino Walking Safaris offers exclusive guided walking trails with expert guides in the Kruger National Park. An exclusive specialist safari experience, Rhino Walking Safari’s base camp is comprised of four comfortable, en-suite tents overlooking the plain, where a variety of general game as well as predators can be spotted. The Timbitene waterhole at the end of the plain is a popular elephant drinking place.

Plains Camp (home of Rhino Walking Safaris) is the base camp for our walking trails in the Kruger National Park and represents the heart of the wilderness experience. The Camp made up of 4 stylishly appointed en-suite tents nestled in the shade of a knobthorn cluster.  We specialize in bringing an authentic bush experience to life, offering unforgettable and informative guided walking tours designed to bring you close to nature, finding the often unseen and fascinating aspects of the African bush.

Tailor-made birding safaris are available from both Rhino Post Safari Lodge and Plains Camp (home of Rhino Walking Safaris). Birders can look forward to pursuing the Big Six: Ground Hornbill, Kori Bustard, Lappet-faced Vulture, Martial Eagle, Pel’s Fishing Owl and the Saddle-bill Stork.

In addition, Hornbills, Starlings, Vultures, Rollers, Bee-eaters and Shrikes make this a prime birdwatching area. Raptor viewing is extremely rewarding with Bateleur, Martial, Black-breasted Snake Eagle, Brown Snake Eagle, African Hawk Eagle, African Fish Eagle and Tawny Eagles seen regularly. In summer birders can spot the Wahlberg, Steppe and Lesser Spotted Eagles.

The Wetlands Country House & Sheds is set on six hectares of breathtaking grasslands and wetlands, within 100 metres of Martins Dam which feed the river that forms the boundary to the property.

Wetlands Country House & Sheds… home to a variety of birdlife, magnificent views and sophisticated, luxurious accommodation. Whether summer, autumn, winter or spring, the little town of Wakkerstroom on the Mpumalanga/KwaZulu Natal border offers amazing beauty all year round.

Wakkerstroom is surrounded by magnificent countryside. There are demarcated drives through the countryside, ideal for both birdwatchers and those just wishing to savour the beauty of the area. Wakkerstroom is increasingly becoming the destination of choice for people who want to spend time in an environment that encourages total relaxation with the opportunity to indulge in fun filled activities.

Your hosts, Colin & Fay, will ensure that your stay is a memorable one and have much of the information you will need to take advantage of all that Wakkerstroom has to offer. In addition to the dining room and the lounge with its fireplace and library, Wetlands country house & Sheds offers en-suite bedrooms at the house or your own private unit at The Sheds.

House: bedrooms en-suite complete with a fireplace and your own private wooden deck overlooking Martin’s dam.

The sheds: offer elegantly furnished, spacious suites with queen size beds en-suite bathrooms and open fireplaces. A family unit with queen and single beds can also be booked.

The self-catering cottage is spacious country cottage with 2 bedrooms both with en-suite bathrooms. The Cottage also boasts a fire place lounge, sun room and a fully equipped kitchen.

Heuglins Lodge is nestled in an oasis of a garden just outside of White River – we have a large wooded forested garden with large old trees and all sorts of birds visiting our garden and surrounds.

We’re also on an estate with 3 dams which are a haven for various ducks and waterbirds.
In addition, we adjoin large tracts of farmland with natural thickets and forests in-between with well-marked trails taking runners, mountain bikers, and walkers/birders into the ravines and valleys.

We have the perfect setting and location for birders.