Luxury Self Catering at the Vaal River, Johannesburg
The Vaal River features more than 50km of navigable water making it the ideal river for water skiing, wake boarding, jet skiing or cruising the water on a sunset booze cruise while enjoying great food and great company.
Whether you enjoy boating, canoeing, bird watching, fishing, golfing or river rafting this is the perfect relaxing weekend getaway experience.
Restaurants are located on the water’s edge or in the nearby town of Sasolburg or drive a little further in the opposite direction to spend the morning in the quaint town of Parys. While in Parys browse the antique and art galleries, enjoy coffee and scones at the many sidewalk cafés and restaurants scattered along the main street.
Near Vaal River
- Airport: OR Tambo International Airport (Johannesburg) is a 50 minute drive
- Lanseria International Airport (Johannesburg) is a 60 minute drive
- Taxi: Uber is generally 30 minutes from booking the ride
- River | Jetty: as close as a 1 minute walk
- Tourist attractions: Central to nearby tourist attractions
- Grocery Stores: various grocery stores are within 12 – 20 minutes drive
- Liquor Stores: various liquor stores are within 12 – 20 minutes drive
- Restaurants: various restaurants are within 10 – 20 minutes drive
- Restaurants: various restaurants are within 10 – 20 minutes drive
- Shopping Malls: various malls within 15 – 20 minutes drive
- Golf Courses: within a 20 minute drive
- Gyms: within a 20 minute drive
- Day Spas: various day spas as close as 10 – 15 minutes drive
- Medical Facilities: within 15 – 20 minutes drive
- Nearby Towns: Parys | Sasolburg | Vaal Park | Vanderbijlpark within 15 – 20 minutes drive
Attractions
Watersports
For the thrill seekers – water skiing, wake boarding, jet skiing, river rafting, kayaking, river war games, are just some of the awesome water activities to take part in during your stay at The Vaal River Bush Lodge.
Restaurants & Coffee
Take a break from water skiing and stop off at any one of the restaurants along the banks of the Vaal river for a quick lunch or a cold beer and to enjoy a scrumptious meal at any of the quaint restaurants.
River Cruises
River cruises are a great way to relax while sipping cocktails and savouring a buffet lunch all the while marvelling at nature and envying the weekend homes on the banks of the Vaal River around Millionaire’s Bend.
Golf Courses
Parys Golf Course and Emfuleni Golf Course are located 25 minutes drive from the lodge if you are tired of waterskiing and wish to escape to the fairways. Golfing is year round for you to enjoy.
Skydiving
For a fun afternoon try skydiving in the Parys area. The drop zone is surrounded by the famous Vredefort Dome World Heritage site and the spectacular Vaal River system – no previous experience is necessary.
Raft Fishing
For a truly unique fishing experience why not try out raft fishing safaris on the Vaal river combining river rafting with fishing. Enjoy fly fishing, bait fishing and lure fishing for catches like yellow fish, mudfish, cat fish and carp.
Shopping & Retail
Explore Parys shops. Enjoy the warm hospitality of this magical little town in the Free State, just 20 minutes drive from the Vaal River Bush Lodge. Walking along the main street you will find a range of interesting stores.