FIFTY SEVEN WATERBERG
FIFTY SEVEN WATERBERG
WELGEVONDEN PRIVATE GAME RESERVE
Limpopo, Luxury Lodge
WELGEVONDEN PRIVATE GAME RESERVE
Limpopo, Luxury Lodge
Fifty Seven Waterberg luxury Game Lodge, is situated in the malaria free Welgevonden Private Game Reserve, home to the Big 5.
Fifty Seven Waterberg, formerly known as MolenVliet Lodge, is in the Big 5 Welgevonden Private Game Reserve, situated in the scenic Waterberg region of Limpopo Province.
Welgevonden is a malaria free Game Reserve and about 3 hours from Johannesburg.
This safari game lodge is a hidden bushveld gem and a hideaway for local and international guests where service and luxury is a priority. The setting of Fifty Seven Waterberg is spectacular and provides picturesque African scenery with the opportunity to view an abundance of birdlife and a wide variety of wildlife.
The lodge is situated adjacent to a dramatic gorge with a natural waterfall that flows into a crystal clear water hole where game frequently visit to quench their thirst. From the Wild Fig tree deck guests can enjoy the animals' company without even being noticed.
ACCOMMODATION
Fifty Seven Waterberg accommodates 10 guests in 5 luxury chalets superbly furnished, each with its own elegant sense of style and décor. Large double sliding doors open onto your own private sun-deck where you can relax and feel part of the African bush.
All rooms are equipped with king-sized beds, fireplace and relaxing private deck where you can unwind while listening to the birds sing. The honeymoon suites have their own private Jacuzzi.
Accommodation Facilities:
- Lounge
- Private deck overlooking the Waterberg Mountains
- Tea and coffee making facilities
- Dressing room and vanity
- King-sized beds
- En-suite bathrooms with separate toilet, bath and shower with views
- Each unit is individually decorated for a personal and unique style
- Study desk
LODGE FACILITIES
The main lodge’s entertaining areas are encircled by a wooden deck, where guests can relax and enjoy the scenic views.
Facilities include the following:
- Swimming Pool
- Lounge
- Cocktail bar
- Dining room
- Cigar Lounge
- Wine Cellar
- Boma
- Free Wifi at main lodge area
DINING
Guests may enjoy gourmet meals with world-class wine by arrangement.
WEDDINGS & CONFERENCING
- Intimate bushveld weddings in spectacular surrounds
- Corporate retreat, small corporate workshops, senior management meetings and more
- Confidential business meetings
ACTIVITIES
Safari Game viewing drives
Game drives generally operate in the early mornings and late afternoons / early evenings when wildlife can be viewed by spotlight, accompanied by an experienced and professional game ranger. No private vehicles are permitted, which ensures minimal human impact and the ultimate wilderness experience.
Stargazing at Welgevonden
Stargazing is always special and with little to no light pollution on Welgevonden, guests are especially lucky to have the opportunity of stargazing on clear nights.
The stargazing activity on Welgevonden Private Game Reserve lasts for about an hour depending on the number of people attending and can either be held at the lodge or at a suitable location in the bush where one can explore the evening skies and enjoy a wider range of what nature has to offer.
San people’s cultural rock paintings at Welgevonden
Welgevonden offers guided tours to the ages old cultural rock art paintings at Welgevonden, done by the artists and shamans of the San people. During this activity guests will be informed about the shamans, spiritual men and cultural artists who went into the trances and painted the paintings, why the paintings are painted in the different ways, how they danced for rain and much more. Excursions by prior arrangement only.
WILDLIFE & BIRDLIFE
Fifty Seven Waterberg is certainly one of the finest places to experience wildlife, a sense wilderness and to touch the spirit of true Africa in comfort and style.
Welgevonden, a Big 5 game reserve, is home to over 50 animal species, an abundance of interesting flora species and more than 300 bird species, including the rare blue cranes, South Africa’s National Bird. Some rare animals to be found includes Aardwolf, Brown Hyena as well as Aardvark. Lion, Leopard and Cheetah are often seen.
Spectacular scenery and excellent game viewing make Welgevonden quite unlike anywhere else on earth. The evocative wilderness area offers an exclusive, intimate experience of the African bush with only a limited number of guests having access to the reserve at any one time. Historically, wildlife on the reserve has never been hunted so game viewing is always up close and personal.
The grassy plains abound with antelope from the largest eland to the diminutive duiker, and cheetah, lion and leopard are always close by. It is the diversity of habitat on the reserve that encourages such a wide range of wildlife as well as over 300 bird species.
LOCATION & ACCESS
Fifty Seven Waterberg, is situated in the Welgevonden Private Game Reserve, about 3 hours’ drive north of Johannesburg near Vaalwater / Mabatlane in Limpopo Province.
Access is either by road or by air.
By Air: Welgevonden offers landing facilities for light aircraft and helicopters by prior arrangement.
By Road: Please enquire for directions.
Fifty Seven Waterberg can arrange transfers & returns from OR Tambo or Lanseria International Airport.
GPS Coordinates:
24°14’28.58″ S 27°44’45.24″E (Lodge)
24°12’6.83″ S 27°54’9.20″E (Main Gate)
24°14’31.98″ S 27°43’7.50″E (West Gate) – pickup area
Please note: All photos Copyright 57 Waterberg

Airstrip nearby

Bar

Boma

Dining Room

Fire place at main lodge

Fully Catered

Lounge

Outdoor dining area

Secure Parking

Small Wedding & Function

Swimming pool

Wine Cellar
FULL BOARD RATES FOR 2018
Luxury Suites:
R 3 900 per person sharing per night
R 4 500 per person per night
Honeymoon Suites:
R 4 300 per person sharing per night
Rates include:
- Luxury accommodation
- All meals
- Selected beverages and safaris
Rates exclude:
- Beverages
- Conservation levy
Notes:
A minimum of two night stay is required over weekends and peak period.
Please Note: Rates are subject to availability and to change without prior notice.

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