Bohlokwa Nature Reserve

This stunning private nature reserve is just 2 hours outside Johannesburg and 1 hour’s drive from Pretoria).

The reserve property is situated on 2 500ha+ of unspoilt  Highveld grassland, with rocky outcrops and spectacular wetlands. The Wilge River forms the eastern boundary of Bohlokwa and cuts its way through the rugged red sandstone cliffs of the property, forming beautiful gorges.

The Wilger River separates Telperion and Bohlokwa, two adjoining properties. It is a private, peaceful and secluded part as you need to drive through the known Ezemvelo Nature Reserve to get to Bohlokwa’s entrance.

ACCOMMODATION

  • If you are looking for an undisturbed, peaceful experience with nature, Bohlokwa is the place to go, one visit that you won’t regret.

  • There are FOUR separate private, self-catering thatched roof houses,

  • Each with separate bedrooms, fully equipped kitchens, electricity, linen and towels provided.

  • Braai facilities outside.

Bambanani

  • Can accommodate 4 adults,2 separate rooms and anadditionalsleeper couch for 2 children, and is situated approximately 500 m from

Tholo House

  • Can accommodate a further 4 people, also fully equipped and all private amenities. Wood is provided, but owner suggests that you bring extra as well as own fire-lighters.

Rondawel Camp:

  • Private fully equipped 3- bedrooms rondawel house.  One bedroom with a double bed and the other 2 bedrooms with single beds. Linen & towels are provided.

  • One bath room and an extra outside shower.  Electricity, Fully equipped kitchen.

  • Lounge with a fire-place for the chilly winter nights!  Braai facilities outside.

  • Wood is provided, but owner suggests that you bring extra charcoal as well as own fire-lighters.

Telperion House:

  • Private fully equipped 4- bedrooms house for larger groups. (8-10persons)

  • One bedroom with a double bed and the other 3 bedrooms with single beds. Linen & towels are provided. There are two bath rooms. A fully equipped kitchen with all basic appliances

  • Lounge with a fire-place for the chilly winter nights!  Braai facilities outside.

  •  AND a Private splash pool !!!

  • Wood is provided, but owner suggests that you bring extra as well as own fire-lighters.

Conservation

  • The variety of game roaming the vast open plains is staggering.

  • The property offers a diverse array of wildlife, including even some Leopard.

  • Bohlokwa is considered one of the best places to see plains game, with fantastic sightings of Kudu, Impala, Burchell’s Zebra, Black Wildebeest, Springbok, Warthogs and Eland. Brown Hyena, Serval, Caracal, Honey Badger and Black-backed Jackal are more secretive and only seen in the early morning or late afternoons.

  • The Wilge River offers a variety of fish species, which include Large and Small Scale Yellow fish, Canary Kurper, Vlei Kurper and Sharp-toothed Catfish.

  • More than 200 species of birds have already been identified and will give any bird enthusiast much joy tracking and looking to add to our existing list.

Activities

Bohlokwa Nature Reserve offers a range of activities to enjoy with family and friends, including:

  • Safe self-guided nature walks and mountain biking. (Bring your own bikes).

  • The property has it all if nature is your passion, spectacular views, unrivalled game viewing, and wonderful bird watching opportunities.

  • The real beauty of Bohlokwa is that visitors can walk and experience nature first hand.

  • This is the serious photographer’s dream: you can come very close to all the beautiful animals roaming freely;

  • You can do game viewing (dirt roads) with your own vehicle.

  • Our brilliant night skies will add to your unforgettable,peaceful, ”back to nature” experience!! The only noise that will “disturb” you might be the call of a jackal and your crackling camp fire at night or the numerous birds announcing the break of a wonderful new day. 

  • Our visitors are also allowed to drive back to Ezemvelo’s day visitor’s terrain for a picnic and a swim in the big swimming pool. (+- 2,5km)

  • Here you can also stock up your basic necessities’ (wood, milk, sweets & cool drinks) at Ezemvelo’s kiosk.

  • Here you can come and rest, recuperate from a hectic week at office, keep the kids busy but if you feel more up to it, just come and enjoy or hikes, game viewing, bike rides, even a bit of fishing can be arranged as a day visitor at Ezemvelo.

Rates

Rates are subject to change without prior notice.

Accommodation Capacity Features Adult Rate (ZAR) Pensioner Rate (ZAR) Child Rate (u/12) (ZAR)
Accommodation:
Bambanani
Capacity:
4 adults + 2 children (sleeper couch)
Features:
2 separate rooms, fully equipped kitchen, braai facilities
Adult Rate (ZAR):
360.00
Pensioner Rate (ZAR):
340.00
Child Rate (u/12) (ZAR):
260.00
Accommodation:
Tholo House
Capacity:
4 adults
Features:
Fully equipped, private amenities, braai facilities
Adult Rate (ZAR):
360.00
Pensioner Rate (ZAR):
340.00
Child Rate (u/12) (ZAR):
260.00
Accommodation:
Rondawel Camp
Capacity:
6 adults
Features:
3 bedrooms, fully equipped kitchen, lounge with fireplace, braai facilities, outside shower
Adult Rate (ZAR):
380.00
Pensioner Rate (ZAR):
360.00
Child Rate (u/12) (ZAR):
260.00
Accommodation:
Telperion House
Capacity:
8-10 adults
Features:
4 bedrooms, fully equipped kitchen, lounge with fireplace, braai facilities, private splash pool
Adult Rate (ZAR):
420.00
Pensioner Rate (ZAR):
380.00
Child Rate (u/12) (ZAR):
260.00

Note: Wood is provided, but guests are advised to bring extra wood and firelighters/charcoal.