Holiday Stays

Savannah Game Lodge & River Retreat

Lodge Parys · Free State

About

Nature-focused accommodation near Parys with tented chalets and rooms, all-inclusive meals, and wildlife views along the Vaal River in the Vredefort Dome.

Accommodation

Seven room types with en-suite bathrooms and king beds convertible to singles. Cheetah Lodge features private lounge and bar fridge; Lion Lodge includes private courtyard and dining area; Nyala offers separate children's room. All rooms include coffee/tea stations, heaters, blankets, and free Wi-Fi.

Facilities

Full-board dining with breakfast, lunch, and dinner prepared by chef. Sharon's Kitchen & Bar offers pizza, burgers, and curry; Boma Dining Experience provides African-themed meals. Swimming pool with kiddie section, fully licenced bar, Savannah Bar, and entertainment including pool table, dart board, jumping castle, and slip-and-slide.

Location & Surroundings

Near Parys in the Vredefort Dome World Heritage Site, this property borders 8km of the Vaal River. 14km up a scenic gravel road; approximately 2-3 hours from Johannesburg. Offers hiking across thousands of hectares and wildlife viewing within a World Heritage Site with abundant biodiversity.

House Rules

Check-in: 14:00
Check-out: 11:00
Children: Allowed
Smoking: Not allowed

Rooms

Hoopoe Rondavel

The Rondavel is furnished with a king-size bed that can be converted into twin beds, and an en-suite bathroom with a shower. The rondavel contains tea/coffee facilities, a sitting area, and a hanging

King x 1
From
R1,300

Houtkapper Rondavel

The Rondavel is furnished with a king-size bed that can be converted into twin beds, and an en-suite bathroom with a shower. The rondavel contains tea/coffee facilities, a sitting area, and a hanging

King x 1
From
R1,300

Bush Room

The romantic Bush Room is tucked away in the trees, privately, away from the lodge and tents. The room has a king-size bed, & an open-plan bath with a separate toilet. The room has a heater, fan, hot

King x 1
From
R1,300

Cheetah Room

Each Lodge Room features a king-size bed or twin beds, and an en-suite with either a large oval bath and shower or a shower only. Each room contains a coffee/tea station, a wall heater, and electric b

King x 1
From
R1,300

Blesbok

The Savannah section offers 2 Luxury Tented Chalets. Each Luxury Tented Chalet contains a king-size bed or twin beds and an en-suite bathroom with a shower. An additional bed can be added for children

King x 1
From
R1,300

Tented Chalet

The Savannah section has 3 Tented Chalets. Each Tented Chalet has an en-suite bathroom with a shower, and contains a king-size bed or twin beds. An additional bed can be added for children or a 3rd gu

King x 1
From
R1,300

The Nyala Family Room

This family room contains a king-size bed or twin beds and a bunker bed. The en-suite bathroom has a shower. This unit is equipped with a coffee/tea station, a wall heater, and electric blankets in wi

King x 1 Bunk x 1
From
R1,300

Zebra Lodge Room

Comfortable, close to the pool and Private

King x 1
From
R1,300

Buffalo Lodge Room

Has a private outside entrance. The room has aa King Size Bed that an be made into two Single beds. En-suite bathroom, with separate toilet, Shower and Basin.

King x 1
From
R1,300

Giraffe Lodge Room

Has a private outside entrance and double doors that open onto a private garden. The room has a King Size Bed that can be made into two Single Beds. En-suite bathroom, with toilet, shower and basin.

King x 1
From
R1,300

Rhino Room

Has a Private entrance at the back of the lodge. The room has a King Size Bed that can be made into two Single Beds. The En-suite bathroom has a large oval bath, shower and toilet. The room has dou

King x 1
From
R1,300

The Lion Room

Has a private outside entrance with a private courtyard. The room has a King Size Bed and and extra single bed can be added. En-Suite Barthroom with toilet, bath and basin

King x 1 Single x 1
From
R1,300

Location

Address

Vredefort Dome, Parys, Free State

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Directions

Located 14km up a scenic gravel road from the main route. Approximately 2–3 hours from Johannesburg.

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Features

Generator Backup Borehole Water Non-smoking Property Daily Housekeeping On Request 3,000-acre Game Reserve Situated Within Vredefort Dome Unesco World Heritage Site 8km Of Vaal River Frontage 25 Mammal Species On Property Full-board Dining Available (breakfast, Lunch, And Dinner) Exclusive Wedding And Events Venue Accommodating Up To 200 Guests Open-air Chapel On Vaal River Banks Family-friendly With Play Areas Open African Veld Camping

Activities

Hiking Game Drives Bird Watching Game Viewing Mountain Biking Cycling Canoeing Fly-fishing Star Gazing Picnics Volleyball Soccer Hockey River Walks

Amenities

Parking Wi-Fi Swimming Pool Bar Billiard Table Wedding Venue Gardens Viewing Deck Boma Jumping Castle Braai Areas Dart Board Kiddie Pool Giant Chess Set Slip-and-slide

Accommodation in Parys