Rocky Drift Private Nature Reserve

Mountain lodge with free water park, near Kruger House Museum

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Dates

November 2025

December 2025

Luxury Tent | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Breakfast and dinner served, local and international cuisine

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.

Exceptional

Popular amenities

Bar
Pool
Pet friendly
Laundry facilities
Free parking
Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

Housekeeping (on request)
Restaurant and bar/lounge
Outdoor pool
Free water park
Breakfast available
Children's pool
Room service
Terrace
Garden
Library
Front-desk safe
Snack bar/deli

Feel at home (6)

Children's pool
Playground on site
Kitchen
Garden
Terrace
Laundry facilities

$81 nightly

Oct 29 - Oct 30

Total with taxes and fees

Room options

Check availability for these dates

Tonight

Oct 27 - Oct 28

Tomorrow

Oct 28 - Oct 29

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

3+ beds

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House, Valley View (Owl)

Highlights

Separate dining area

Heating

Kitchen

Full-sized refrigerator/freezer

LED TV

Separate bedroom

Premium bedding

Fan

700 sq ft
1 bedroom
Valley view
Sleeps 4
1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

Family Cottage, 1 Bedroom, River View (Reed)

Highlights

Patio

Separate dining area

Fireplace

Heating

Kitchen

Full-sized refrigerator/freezer

LED TV

Separate bedroom

538 sq ft
1 bedroom
River view
Sleeps 3
1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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

Highlights

Patio

Fireplace

Heating

Kitchen

Full-sized refrigerator/freezer

LED TV

Separate bedroom

Pillowtop bed

538 sq ft
1 bedroom
River view
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Deluxe Cottage, 1 Bedroom, River View (Spence)

Highlights

Separate sitting area

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Fireplace

Heating

Kitchen

Full-sized refrigerator/freezer

LED TV

538 sq ft
1 bedroom
River view
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Luxury Tent

Highlights

Heating

Kitchen

Full-sized refrigerator/freezer

LED TV

Pillowtop bed

Premium bedding

Portable fan

Separate bedroom

269 sq ft
Valley view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Family House

Highlights

Fireplace

Heating

Kitchen

Full-sized refrigerator/freezer

LED TV

3 bedrooms

Ceiling fan

Day bed

1346 sq ft
3 bedrooms
River view
Sleeps 8
3 Queen Beds, 1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Large Twin Bed

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$70 nightly

Oct 28 - Oct 29

Total with taxes and fees

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About the neighborhood

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

‪Aloe's Country Inn - ‬18 min walk
The Steam Inn
‪Malaga Hotel - ‬11 min drive
‪Shamrock Arms Guest Lodge - ‬15 min drive
‪Roots Farm Stall - ‬13 min drive

About this property

Rocky Drift Private Nature Reserve

Bring the family when you stay at Rocky Drift Private Nature Reserve in Emgwenya and have fun at the free water park. You can splash around at the outdoor pool, grab a bite to eat at the restaurant, or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. A children's pool and a snack bar/deli are offered, and in-room conveniences include refrigerators and microwaves.

At a glance

Hotel size

- 5 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

- Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM
- Contactless check-in available
- Minimum check-in age: 18
- Check-out time is 10:00 AM
- Contactless check-out available

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

Required at check-in

- Cash deposit required for incidental charges
- Government-issued photo ID may be required
- Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

- No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

- Pets allowed (dogs only)*
- Service animals welcome
- Food and water bowls available

Internet

- Free WiFi in public areas
- Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)

Parking

- Free secured, uncovered onsite self parking
- Wheelchair-accessible parking on site

Other information

- Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8:00 AM–11:00 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Barbecue grills
Private dining
Private picnics
Room service (limited hours)
Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

Free water park access
Children's pool
Playground
Trampoline
Children's games

What to do

Mountain biking
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horse riding nearby
Scooter/moped rentals nearby
Ziplining nearby
Fishing nearby

Services

Front desk (limited hours)
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Romance packages

Facilities

Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Library
An outdoor pool
Free water park
Bicycle parking

Accessibility

Wheelchair-accessible parking
3 on-site accessible parking spaces
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Smooth flooring in room

Room amenities

Be entertained

32-inch LED TV
Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

Heating

Sleep well

Premium bedding

Freshen up

Soap and shampoo
Hair dryer (on request)
Towels
Toilet paper

Stay connected

Free WiFi (speed of 25+ Mbps)

Food and drink

Champagne service
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Microwave
Kitchen

More

Housekeeping (on request)
Guidebooks/recommendations
Cleaning supplies

Special features

Dining

Onsite venue - This restaurant specializes in local and international cuisine and serves breakfast and dinner.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:

Cleaning fee: ZAR 100 per accommodation, per stay

Optional extras

Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately ZAR 69 to 99 for adults, and ZAR 49 to 89 for children
Firewood is available for an extra charge of ZAR 120
Housekeeping is offered for an extra charge of ZAR 200 per day

Pets

Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of ZAR 100.00 per pet, per day

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM

Policies

This property does not have elevators.

This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard

Cashless transactions are available.

This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

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 offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Rocky Drift Private Nature Reserve does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Rocky Drift Private Nature Reserve?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool and a children's pool. Guests have pool access from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at Rocky Drift Private Nature Reserve?

Yes, dogs are welcome. There's a charge of ZAR 100.00 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.

Is parking offered on site at Rocky Drift Private Nature Reserve?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Rocky Drift Private Nature Reserve?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Rocky Drift Private Nature Reserve and nearby?

Have fun with onsite activities like mountain biking and hiking. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the lodge's other amenities, which include a picnic area and a garden.