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Riverbed Africa
Our vision is to become your favourite destination when visiting Lydenburg or the broader Mpumalanga region. Nestled alongside the Spekboom River in the Mount Anderson Mountains, our exceptional location invites you to reconnect with nature. Indulge in a variety of activities: explore our small forest for mushroom foraging, challenge yourself with rock climbing on nearby cliffs, fly drones, or take a refreshing dip in our pristine natural rock pools and potholes. Alternatively, simply relax and recharge in this serene environment. Our Guest House is a charming three-bedroom, six-sleeper unit with two bathrooms, offering beautiful mountain views, breathtaking sunsets, and crisp mountain air. It's a brisk thirty-minute walk to the Spekboom River or a fifteen-minute drive in an SUV or high-clearance vehicle. The Guest House includes: - One en-suite bedroom with a queen-size bed - A second bedroom with a double bed - A third bedroom with two single beds - A shared bathroom for the second and third bedrooms For the ultimate romantic getaway, our off-grid cabin is perfect for couples seeking tranquillity and a touch of nature. This delightful cabin has a beautiful, almost tiny-home feel, complete with an open-plan lounge, dining room, and kitchen. The private queen bedroom and cosy en-suite bathroom provide all the comforts you need, all while being surrounded by unspoiled wilderness. Enjoy stunning views of the scenic riverbed right from your doorstep. For a unique glamping experience next to the river, we offer three tents: - The master tent is en-suite with a king-size bed and a double sleeper couch. - The second tent has a double bed and a bunk bed, with toilets and a gas shower just a few metres away. - The third tent serves as the kitchen. Though the roads to the glamping site can be challenging, the exquisite, completely secluded tented camp, surrounded by the river and mountains, will envelop you in feelings of calm and relaxation. Here, you can forget about the lack of electricity and truly disconnect from the world. For the adventurous romantic couple, visit the River Cabin, accessible by 4x4. Enjoy stunning views of the scenic Spekboom River right from your doorstep. Unplug from the world and immerse yourselves in this serene escape, designed to help you relax, reconnect, and rejuvenate.
Area Info
Deep in the valley lies our guesthouse with access to our mountain hiking trail and marvelous Spekboom River. Stay in our Guest house on the Gold Diggers pass or at our Glamping along the Spekboom, you've embarked on a journey of wonder and contemplation, it is a gentle reminder of the timeless rhythm of nature and may inspire a sense of awe and connection to the universe—a night to remember forever.
Units and Rooms
Guesthouse
Guests: 6
The first thing you’ll notice about the guesthouse, its spacious open-plan kitchen, dining room. There are three bedrooms. The master bedroom is equipped with a queen-sized bed, en-suite bathroom. The second a double bed, the third have two single beds.
Two Glamping Tents (4x4)
Guests: 6
Max Adults: 4
Reachable by 4x4. No Electricity. Off-grid. Pristine nature. The master tent has a kingsize bed with sleeper couch, is almost en-suite, the second tent has a double bed & bunker bed with toilets a basin & shower few metres away. The third tent the Kitchen
River Cabin
Guests: 2
This beautiful cabin, nestled next to the Spekboom River, is perfect for a young couple with a 4x4 who are eager to spend their time in nature. Wake up to the tranquil sound of the rambling river while listening to the cries of the fish eagles.
