Savannah Game and River Retreat

Parys

★★★★★ 14 Reviews

from $65.26 Avg per night for 2 guests

About Savannah Game and River Retreat

Savannah Game and River Retreat is located on 3000 acres of unspoiled African bush and offer guests a tranquil and relaxing bush veld stay.

We are situated in the Free State just outside Parys – nestled in the Vredefort Dome World Heritage Site. We border 8km of the Vaal River and are home to 25 mammal species which include Buffalo, Giraffe, Sable, Zebra, Eiland, Blesbok and Kudu.

Our photo opportunities are endless with grass planes, vibrant sunsets, bushveld, mountains, wild animals, Sotho ruins and the Vaal River to name but a few.

When visiting this beautiful game reserve, guests have a choice of staying in one of the 6 comfortable Luxury Tented Chalets that overlook the bush veld. There are 8 Lodge Rooms and 2 Rondavels next to the swimming pool. All rooms have en-suite bathrooms.

A cash bar is available on the premises. Guests can relax around the pool with a sun downer and enjoy a bonfire in the African Boma.

All room rates include breakfast and served on the viewing deck. Menu’s for lunch and dinner are available.

NO ALCOHOL ALLOWED ONTO THE PREMISES.

There are activities on the game farm such as game drives, fishing, river paddles, river walks, hockey, volleyball, soccer, and much more!

We also cater for groups, bachelor/ette parties, conference groups, team building, birthday parties, baby showers and almost anything you can think of!

Savannah has a wonderful WEDDING VENUE. When you get married at Savannah, the entire 3000 acre Game & Nature Reserve is exclusively yours. The open-air Chapel is surrounded with exquisite white Stinkhout trees and is directly on the banks of the Vaal River. While saying “I do” the river quietly meanders past and the sun set explodes in brilliant colours of orange and red against the mountains of the Vredefort Dome. The tranquillity of the beautiful surroundings engulfs the ones with love and peace, gathered to witness the union of two souls. Hear the call of the fish eagle searching for its mate while perched in a tree nearby.

See you soon!

Safari: Game Drives, Bush Walks,

Spa: We have a Spa that we book you into

Wedding Venues: When you have your wedding at Savannah you have the entire 2500 acre reserve entirely to yourself. If a African style or country-bush wedding along the Vaal River has always been your dream, then Savannah awaits you.

Conference Venues: The conference center can hold up to 40 delegates.

Family friendly: We have a children's splash pool, jungle gym. playground, volleyball, hockey, pool table, board games, cards

Romantic: We can arrange romantic weekends

Covid Safety Approved: We are equipped for Covid 19 Regulations and Requirements.

Guided Safaris: We offer Game Drives

Response Rate: 100%
Enquiry Response Time: 17 hours
Minimum stay: 1 Days
Type: Lodge, Bed and Breakfast
Sleeps: 57
Check-in: 14:00
Check-out: 10:00
Reviews: 14 Reviews

Facilities

Airport Shuttle
Laundry Facilities*
Garden
Braai/Barbecue
Swimming Pool
Indoor Fireplace
Satellite TV*
Hiking
Wi-Fi
Credit Card Facilities
Room Service
Conference Venues
Restaurant on Premises
Parking on Premises
Romantic
Cosy
24H. Security
Activities desk
Balcony
Bar/Lounge
Bath
Bathroom
Breakfast
Breakfast in room
Double bed
Double/Twin rooms
Express check in
Express check out
Iron and board
Kitchen
Lounge
Luggage storage
Lunch
House Keeping
Non smoking rooms
Patio
Pets Not Allowed
Shower
Special offers
Covid Safety Approved
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Languages Spoken

English
Zulu (isiZulu)
Xhosa (isiXhosa)
Afrikaans
Sotho (Sesotho)

* Please enquire for further details.

Important Information

In the event of premature departure we may charge for the full original booking. Cancellation 0 - 14 days before date of arrival, or no-show – visitor forfeits 100% of deposit paid. Cancellation 15 - 28 days before date of arrival – visitor forfeits 75% of deposit paid or 25% of full quote value (whichever greater). Cancellation 29+ days before... In the event of premature departure we may charge for the full original booking. Cancellation 0 - 14 days before date of arrival, or no-show – visitor forfeits 100% of deposit paid. Cancellation 15 - 28 days before date of arrival – visitor forfeits 75% of deposit paid or 25% of full quote value (whichever greater). Cancellation 29+ days before date of arrival – visitor forfeits 50% of deposit paid or 25% of full quote value (whichever greater). see more

Savannah Game and River Retreat Rooms

The Eiland Room Sleeps 2 Includes: B & B Rooms / Units: Entire property THE EILAND LODGE ROOM has a private outside entrance that opens onto the grass area. The room has a King Size Bed.... see more Features: Double beds,Private bathroom,En-suite,Shower only,Balcony/patio,Garden views see more Double beds, Private bathroom, En-suite, Shower only, Balcony/patio, Garden views, Fan, Heater, Tea and Coffee Facilities, No Smoking in Rooms, Hair Dryer
The Lodge Room Sleeps 2 Includes: Room Only Rooms / Units: 7 The Lodge Room features a King Size Bed OR 2 single beds. The en-suite bathroom either a large oval bath and shower or... see more
The Hoopoe Rondavel Sleeps 2 Includes: B & B Rooms / Units: Entire property Savannah has 2 Thatched Rondavels - Hoopoe (Unit 1) and Houtkapper (Unit 2)THE HOOPOE RONDAVEL has a private entrance... see more Features: King beds,Private bathroom,En-suite,Shower only,Mountain views,Balcony/patio see more King beds, Private bathroom, En-suite, Shower only, Mountain views, Balcony/patio, Single beds, Garden views, Fan, Heater, Tea and Coffee Facilities, No Smoking in Rooms, Hair Dryer, Swimming pool views
The Nyala Family Room' Sleeps 4 Includes: Room Only Rooms / Units: Entire property Includes a King Size Bed OR 2 single beds and a bunker bed. The en-suite bathroom has a shower, basin and toilet. This... see more
The HoutKapper Rondavel Sleeps 2 Includes: B & B Rooms / Units: Entire property HOUT KAPPER RONDAVELSavannah has 2 Thatched Rondavels - Hoopoe (Unit 1) and Houtkapper (Unit 2)THE HOUTKAPPER RONDAV... see more Features: King beds,Private bathroom,En-suite,Shower only,Mountain views,Balcony/patio see more King beds, Private bathroom, En-suite, Shower only, Mountain views, Balcony/patio, Single beds, Garden views, Fan, Heater, Tea and Coffee Facilities, No Smoking in Rooms, Hair Dryer, Swimming pool views
The Zebra Room Sleeps 2 Includes: B & B Rooms / Units: Entire property THE ZEBRA LODGE ROOM has a private outside entrance. The room has a King Size Bed that can be made into two Single Beds... see more Features: King beds,Private bathroom,En-suite,Shower only,Separate toilet,Single beds see more King beds, Private bathroom, En-suite, Shower only, Separate toilet, Single beds, Garden views, Fan, Heater, Tea and Coffee Facilities, No Smoking in Rooms, Hair Dryer
The Buffalo Room Sleeps 2 Includes: B & B Rooms / Units: Entire property THE BUFFALO LODGE ROOM has a private outside entrance. The room has a King Size Bed that can be made into two Single... see more Features: King beds,Private bathroom,En-suite,Shower only,Separate toilet,Single beds see more King beds, Private bathroom, En-suite, Shower only, Separate toilet, Single beds, Garden views, Fan, Heater, Tea and Coffee Facilities, No Smoking in Rooms, Hair Dryer
The Giraffe Room Sleeps 2 Includes: B & B Rooms / Units: Entire property THE GIRAFFE LODGE ROOM has a private outside entrance and double doors that open onto a private garden. The room has a... see more Features: King beds,Private bathroom,En-suite,Shower only,Single beds,Garden views see more King beds, Private bathroom, En-suite, Shower only, Single beds, Garden views, Fan, Heater, Tea and Coffee Facilities, No Smoking in Rooms, Hair Dryer
The Rhino Room Sleeps 2 Includes: B & B Rooms / Units: Entire property THE RHINO LODGE ROOM has a private entrance at the back of the lodge. The room has a King Size Bed that can be made... see more Features: King beds,Private bathroom,Bath only,En-suite,Shower only,Balcony/patio see more King beds, Private bathroom, Bath only, En-suite, Shower only, Balcony/patio, Garden views, Fan, Heater, Tea and Coffee Facilities, No Smoking in Rooms, Hair Dryer
The Lion Room Sleeps 4 Includes: B & B Rooms / Units: Entire property THE LION LODGE ROOM has a private outside entrance with a private courtyard. The room has a King Size Bed and an extra... see more Features: King beds,Private bathroom,Bath only,En-suite,Balcony/patio,Single beds see more King beds, Private bathroom, Bath only, En-suite, Balcony/patio, Single beds, Garden views, Fan, Heater, Tea and Coffee Facilities, No Smoking in Rooms, Hair Dryer
Tented Chalet Sleeps 2 Includes: Room Only Rooms / Units: 4 Savannah has 4 Tented Chalets. Each Tented Chalet has an en-suite bathroom with a shower, toilet and basin. There is a... see more
The Bush Room Sleeps 2 Includes: B & B Rooms / Units: Entire property THE BUSH ROOM is tucked away in the trees. You are PRIVATE away from the lodge and tents. Has a King Size bed, open... see more Features: King beds,Private bathroom,Bath only,En-suite,Fireplace,Balcony/patio see more King beds, Private bathroom, Bath only, En-suite, Fireplace, Balcony/patio, Self-catering, Separate toilet, Garden views, Fan, Heater, Tea and Coffee Facilities, No Smoking in Rooms, Hair Dryer
Luxury Tented Chalet Sleeps 3 Includes: B & B Rooms / Units: 2 LUXURY TENTED CHALETS – (Unit 3) (Unit 6)Savannah has 2 Luxury Tented Chalets. Each Luxury Tented Chalet has an en-su... see more Features: King beds, Private bathroom, En-suite, Shower only, Separate toilet, Single beds
The Cheetah Lodge Room Sleeps 5 Includes: B & B Rooms / Units: Entire property THE CHEETAH LODGE ROOM has two private entrances. The room has a King Size Bed that can be made into two Single Beds.... see more Features: King beds,Private bathroom,Bath only,En-suite,Shower only,Mountain views see more King beds, Private bathroom, Bath only, En-suite, Shower only, Mountain views, Balcony/patio, Single beds, Garden views, Fan, Heater, Tea and Coffee Facilities, No Smoking in Rooms, Hair Dryer, Swimming pool views

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Reviews for Savannah Game and River Retreat

14 guest reviews Reviews 5 of 14

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Jean Erasmus

★★★★★

30 August 2020

Susan was incredible. She was accommodating and assisted us with every request, which included allowing us to change rooms. The room itself was lovely. However, we were disappointed with the lodge. We chose the tented accommodation as it said it overlooks a waterhole where the animals could come drink. The waterhole was dry mud. The Vaal river is not visible from the lodge which was unexpected. The swimming pool was half empty and we would have liked to sit by pool and have a drink. A small bottle of water in each room would also be appreciated. If we had paid R350 each for the night we would...

Eugene Muller

★★★★★

12 November 2017

Really enjoyed a relaxing time

Gary Haylett, South Africa

★★★★★

22 April 2014

Nice location and good for a relaxing break

Shirley Scholtz, South Africa

★★★★★

17 March 2014

Ons het baie lekker gebly. Die game drive was great. Personeel almal baie vriendelik. Sal defenetief weer kom kuier.

Tinus Van Eck, South Africa

★★★★★

09 December 2013

The experience was relaxing, staff were friendly and helpful and the rooms were as expected. Breakfast and dinner should be included into the price as self catering is not an option, and the price was a bit steep for the value offered. The river is about 15 minutes' walk away, but not suited for picnics or kids at all. Game rangers didn't seem very knowledgeable on the game drive. Functions can be somewhat disruptive to guests expecting peace and quiet. Be aware of the poor quality 10km dirt road leading to the venue (if traveling by car).

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Savannah Game and River Retreat is 16km from the centre of Parys , the nearest airport 104km (Lanseria International Airport).
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