Accommodation in Piet Retief - Warmbad Private Game Reserve, Piet Retief, Mpumalanga

The Warmbad  Private Game Reserve derives it´s name from the unique thermal mineral springs ascending from the Swazi granite. It is one of the oldest private game reserves in South Africa and was used for centuries by the Swazis and Zulus as hunting ground.
WARMBAD Private Game Reserve is ideally situated on the N2 from Johannesburg or Kruger National Park to the Kwa Zulu North Coast of the Indian Ocean or Durban. It lies 35 km south of Piet Retief and 65 km north of Pongola.

A temperate climate throughout the year in a malaria and bilharzia free area makes this Game Reserve an unique and ideal holiday destination or half-way stop for tourists and visitors.
Since 1999 WARMBAD Private Game Reserve is managed by Diana von den Eichen und Martin Engelbrecht. They provide friendly service, individual and personal care to all guests.
The WARMBAD Private Game Reserve gives rise to a great diversity of habitats, fauna and flora and is the perfect home for a large variety of game: black and blue wildebeest, zebra, eland, blesbuck, impala, springbuck, the rare common reedbuck, kudu, nyala, bushbuck etc... About 140 species of birds have been spotted.

Accommodation & Facilities
The delightful country house Rider`s Retreat, set in a spectacular botanical garden, provides accommodation for 8 people in 4 spacious en suite apartments with patio leading out to the garden. The magnificent setting of the Braai area overlooks the swimming pool.
The Bush Lodge is camouflaged on the slope of a mountain and is built of natural stone and thatch; it captures the spirit of Africa – a pleasant surprise that is hidden almost until the moment of arrival. Soak up the sun on the deck, in the company of brilliant bird life and spectacular view which overlooks a sea of grassland covered with game.
The River Lodge, surrounded by indigenous bush is built of natural stone and thatch and can accommodate a total of 8 guests in two separate chalets. It creates the perfect opportunity to relax in one of the three open pools fed by warm mineral springs with a temperature of 32°C and 38°C or in a deck chair under the A-frame Lapa while listening to the waterslides of the river.

Outdoor Facilities
Game Drives: Leave the buzz of everyday life behind and enjoy nature on the back of an open safari vehicle...more than 2000 heads of game from 20 different species greet you on the open plains, in the bush and from panoramic viewpoints...
Horse trail safaris: Comfort, stability and striking beauty, are just a few of the great qualities of our horses. We offer a complete nature experience, that will bring back good memories and a smile to your face for years to come.
Fishing: The Wit-River is a paradise for any enthusiastic fisherman.
Wellness: Imagine your private wellness-treatment at WARMBAD MINERAL SPA, hidden in the secret of indigenous bush, the perfect opportunity to relax. Just a few metres away on the banks of the Wit-River, you can test the healing properties of the 38*C warm mineral springs constantly feeding the three pools. They do wonders for allergies, skin problems, arthritis and rheumatism.

Sporting & Leisure Activities   
A topography which varies from 800m above sea level to 1240m on the Kommetjekop mountain range will offer you spectacular view points: you overlook the small Kingdom of Swaziland, a mere 12 km away. For keen birder this fascinating landscape offers the opportunity to observe more than 140 of different species, including the rare black eagle or bald-headed ibis. 

Cultural & Historical interest    
WARMBAD PRIVATE GAME RESERVE is ideal situated within reach to do various day tours; to the BIG-FIVE Game Reserves Ithala and Hluwhluwe in Kwa Zulu Natal and Mkhaya in Swaziland; to some of the 19th century battlefields, to the golf courses of Paulpietersburg and Nhlangano in Swaziland - just 40 km away, to the Indian Ocean for swimming, diving and fishing, or just for a day visit to the Kingdom of Swaziland.
Directly situated at the N2 at the entrance gate of the reserve you will fin souvenirs in our Art & Handcraft Shop with a selection of Zulu handcrafts from the local people, some special items from Swaziland and some other African countries.