Palala River Cottages

Palala River Cottages 4 Self catering units in a private game reserveto suit a couple, family or small group in the beauti Firstly there is River Cottage.
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Palala River Cottages are self-catered bush cottages in a private game reserve in the malaria-free Waterberg Mountains in the Limpopo Province of South Africa. There are 2 different cottages to suit the needs of specific guest parties plus a small bush camp. Guests can self-drive on the reserve or book game drives and guided walks, dependent on availability. A romantic, thatched single bedroom c

ottage set alone on the river makes it perfect for a peaceful bush escape. It is fully equipped and has a log fire for winter evenings. Wildlife can be viewed from it's shaded veranda. Secondly there is Kingfisher cottage - a converted farmhouse overlooking the Palala river with expansive views. It can sleep up 10 guests between the farmhouse and two en-suite rondavels in the garden, The cottage has it's own splash pool, braai area, outside dining and covered parking for 2 vehicles. Lastly we have Podica bush camp. 3 traditional safari rondavels situated on the bank of the Palala River. Each is fully equipped and has it's own outside braai area and outdoor shower. The 3 cottages can be taken out individually or as a group. Across the range of well- appointed, fully equipped cottages we can accommodate couples, families and small parties - Please contact us with any specific requests or enquiries. Access is simple- just a 3 hour drive from Johannesburg, of which 10km is on sand road. Transfers can also be arranged.

Celebrate this Motherโ€™s Day in the bush.To the incredible women who bring families together, create unforgettable memori...
07/05/2026

Celebrate this Motherโ€™s Day in the bush.

To the incredible women who bring families together, create unforgettable memories, and make every adventure meaningful.
Treat moms, grandmothers, and mother figures to a relaxing bush escape, complete with a soothing massage and a beautiful picnic in the wilderness.

Limited space available.
[email protected]
082 570 8474

WORLD EARTH DAYToday we celebrate the beauty of our  planetWith comprehensive management plans we ensure the  care of th...
22/04/2026

WORLD EARTH DAY

Today we celebrate the beauty of our planet

With comprehensive management plans we ensure the care of the land, river systems, flora, and fauna. Jembisa is in the heart of the UNESCO Waterberg Biosphere Reserve and an active member of the Waterberg Nature Conservancy.

From the smallest act of conservation to the biggest efforts in sustainability, every step makes a difference.

Happy Easter from Palala River CottagesCelebrating the magic of life in the bush this Easter Weekend
04/04/2026

Happy Easter from Palala River Cottages

Celebrating the magic of life in the bush this Easter Weekend

Wishing everyone a happy Valentines Day from Palala River Cottages
14/02/2026

Wishing everyone a happy Valentines Day from Palala River Cottages

Guests arriving at our Podica Bush Camp chalets yesterday had a big, tall welcome
16/01/2026

Guests arriving at our Podica Bush Camp chalets yesterday had a big, tall welcome

The Waterberg Flat LizardA true localโ€”endemic to the Waterberg and widespread across the reserveOften spotted basking in...
13/01/2026

The Waterberg Flat Lizard

A true localโ€”endemic to the Waterberg and widespread across the reserve

Often spotted basking in the warm African sun, soaking up the heat while keeping a watchful eye over its wild home.

The bush is brimming with new life as we enter the new year.Happy 2026 to you all
02/01/2026

The bush is brimming with new life as we enter the new year.

Happy 2026 to you all

Nothing hits the spot like sitting next to a roaring fire, listening to the sounds of nature...crackling of fire wood, b...
16/06/2025

Nothing hits the spot like sitting next to a roaring fire, listening to the sounds of nature...crackling of fire wood, bird calls fading away, and a jackal calling in the distance!

www.waterbergselfcatering.com
[email protected]
+27 (0) 82 570 8474
+27 (0) 83 438 1166

๐‚๐ž๐ฅ๐ž๐›๐ซ๐š๐ญ๐ž ๐…๐š๐ญ๐ก๐ž๐ซ'๐ฌ ๐š๐ง๐ ๐˜๐จ๐ฎ๐ญ๐ก ๐ƒ๐š๐ฒ ๐ฐ๐ข๐ญ๐ก ๐ฎ๐ฌ ๐š๐ญ ๐๐š๐ฅ๐š๐ฅ๐š ๐‘๐ข๐ฏ๐ž๐ซ ๐‚๐จ๐ญ๐ญ๐š๐ ๐ž๐ฌ!Make this a family experience to remember!Activities t...
26/05/2025

๐‚๐ž๐ฅ๐ž๐›๐ซ๐š๐ญ๐ž ๐…๐š๐ญ๐ก๐ž๐ซ'๐ฌ ๐š๐ง๐ ๐˜๐จ๐ฎ๐ญ๐ก ๐ƒ๐š๐ฒ ๐ฐ๐ข๐ญ๐ก ๐ฎ๐ฌ ๐š๐ญ ๐๐š๐ฅ๐š๐ฅ๐š ๐‘๐ข๐ฏ๐ž๐ซ ๐‚๐จ๐ญ๐ญ๐š๐ ๐ž๐ฌ!

Make this a family experience to remember!

Activities to enjoy together as a family include:
- Fishing
- Game Viewing
- Cycling
- Bush Walks
- Birding
And More!

Limited Availability!

www.waterbergselfcatering.com
[email protected]
+27 (0) 82 570 8474
+27 (0) 83 438 1166

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Melkrivier
0541

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