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Rocky Drift Private Nature Reserve

3.0 star property
Family-friendly lodge with free water park access and outdoor pool

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Children's play area - outdoor
Breakfast and dinner served, local and international cuisine
Luxury Tent
Children's play area - outdoor
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Rocky Drift Private Nature Reserve, near Mountain Strings Zipline, offers a serene escape. Enjoy mountain biking and an outdoor pool with sun loungers or unwind at the garden and terrace. With free WiFi, a playground for kids, and helpful staff mentioned by guests in reviews.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Room service
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Breakfast available
The current price is AU$102
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept

Room options

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Family House

Family House

Highlights

Fireplace
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
LED TV
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 125 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • River view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 3 Queen Beds, 1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Large Twin Bed

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House, Valley View (Owl)

House, Valley View (Owl)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Fan
Premium bedding
  • 65 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Valley view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Luxury Tent

Luxury Tent

Highlights

Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
LED TV
Pillow-top bed
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 25 sq m
  • Valley view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Cottage, 1 Bedroom, River View (Reed)

Family Cottage, 1 Bedroom, River View (Reed)

Highlights

Patio
Separate dining area
Fireplace
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
LED TV
Sofa bed
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Superior Cottage, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, River View (Mills)

Superior Cottage, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, River View (Mills)

Highlights

Patio
Fireplace
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
LED TV
Sofa bed - single
Separate bedroom
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Deluxe Cottage, 1 Bedroom, River View (Spence)

Deluxe Cottage, 1 Bedroom, River View (Spence)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
LED TV
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
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About the area

Located in Emgwenya, Rocky Drift Private Nature Reserve is in the mountains. Mountain Strings Zipline and Tranquilitas Adventure Farm are worth visiting if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Sudwala Caves. Kruger House Museum is another place to visit that comes recommended. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ziplining and hiking/biking trails.
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Portion 3 of Farm Kaalbooi 368 JT, Emgwenya, Mpumalanga, 1195

What's nearby

  • Kruger House Museum - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Mountain Strings Zipline - 7 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Waterval Boven Natuurreservaat - 10 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Elands Falls - 11 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Tranquilitas Adventure Farm - 29 min drive - 16.1 km

Getting around

  • Nelspruit (MQP-Kruger Mpumalanga Intl.) - 114 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Malaga Hotel - ‬11 min drive
  • The Steam Inn
  • ‪Aloe's Country Inn - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Rocky Drift Private Nature Reserve

Family-friendly lodge near Kruger House Museum
Located close to Mountain Strings Zipline and Tranquilitas Adventure Farm, Rocky Drift Private Nature Reserve provides free water park access, a terrace and a garden. Active travellers can enjoy mountain biking at this lodge. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 25+ Mbps, and guests can find other amenities, such as a playground and a library.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An outdoor pool and a children's pool, along with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self-parking
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), bike parking and barbecues
  • Luggage storage and a front desk safe
Room features
All guest rooms at Rocky Drift Private Nature Reserve offer comforts, such as premium bedding, in addition to
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Kitchens with full-sized fridge/freezers and microwaves
  • 32-inch LED TVs with satellite channels
  • Heating and housekeeping

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: ZAR 69 to 99 for adults and ZAR 49 to 89 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Free water park
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Library
  • Mountain biking
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • Children's pool
  • Free water park access
  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Trampoline

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Proposal/romance packages

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 accessible parking spaces
  • No lift
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LED TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Cleaning supplies
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Kitchen
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 5:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of ZAR 100.00 per pet, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Cleaning fee: ZAR 100 per accommodation, per stay.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately ZAR 69 to 99 for adults and ZAR 49 to 89 for children
  • Pet fee: ZAR 100.00 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Cleaning/housekeeping/linen fee: ZAR 200 per day
  • Firewood fee: ZAR 120

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM

Property is also known as

Rockydrift Private Nature Reserve Waterval Boven
Rockydrift Private Nature Reserve Cottage Waterval Boven
Rockydrift Private Nature Reserve Cottage
Rockydrift Private Nature Reserve
Rocky Drift Private Nature Reserve Lodge
Rocky Drift Private Nature Reserve Emgwenya
Rocky Drift Private Nature Reserve Lodge Emgwenya

Frequently asked questions

Does Rocky Drift Private Nature Reserve have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool. Pool access is from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Rocky Drift Private Nature Reserve?

As of 31 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Rocky Drift Private Nature Reserve on 1 Sept 2025 start from AU$93.53, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Rocky Drift Private Nature Reserve pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of ZAR 100.00 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Rocky Drift Private Nature Reserve?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Rocky Drift Private Nature Reserve?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 5:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Rocky Drift Private Nature Reserve?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Rocky Drift Private Nature Reserve located?

This family-friendly Emgwenya lodge is located in the mountains, within 3 mi (5 km) of Kruger House Museum and Mountain Strings Zipline. Tranquilitas Adventure Farm is 12.2 mi (19.7 km) away.

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Rocky Drift Private Nature Reserve Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 2 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 2 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Pablo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A treat for the nature lover

The reserve is a nature lover's oasis. We were there in December, the biome is teeming with life. We spotted duiker, boomslang, baboons, mongoose and lots of colourful birds, butterflies, dragon flies and much more. The hike up the valley is beautiful. Highly recommended if you want a peaceful back to nature retreat.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

HC

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Magical getaway, less than 3 hrs from Jhb!

We had a fantastic stay, host was super friendly and helpful, on call, cottages was newly furnished, had all the basics, limited Wifi, but enough for emails and Watsapps, could watch rugby at the restaurant, meals there upon request, emergency lighting around the premises during load shedding but not in the unit so take your torches, breath taking walks and river views, enough stunning swimming spots along the multiple pristine river crossings along the way for the hot summer day walks in the cool drinkable river water, and for our old doggies first outing, the residents dogs were fantastic and welcoming and friendly and they and our normal kids just loved the venue. Keep up the good work guys!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023