Mbizane Escarpment Retreat
Schoemanskloof
Mpumalanga
FROM R1,900 pp/night sharing
Bookable Anytime
valid from 11-12-2024 until 31-12-2025
Mbizane Escarpment Retreat
Schoemanskloof
Mpumalanga
Features
- A private nature conservancy in the Schoemanskloof valley.
- At Mbizane, guests can enjoy a variety of activities, including birding, hiking, escarpment drives, and swimming in natural pools and rivers.
- Mbizane’s breathtaking cliffs, rivers, and rich biodiversity has earned it a spot on the Register of Natural Heritage Sites.
- Guests at Mbizane can unwind with picnics, sundowners from lookout towers, or simply relax on the luxury tented deck.
- Self-catering.
- Big FiveNo
- Off RoadNo
- Camp FencedYes
- Child PolicyChildren of all ages welcome.
- PoolYes
- SPANo
- AirconNo
- Cellphone SignalNo
- Malaria AreaNo
- WI-FIYes
- Wheelchair FriendlyNo
- Back-up PowerYes
Location
Schoemanskloof Valley, Mpumalanga
Getting There
3hrs 40min drive from Johannesburg
1hr 20min drive from Nelspruit
Accommodation
1 x Luxury eight-sleeper communal suite- with pool
5 x Luxury two-sleeper tents
9 Rooms in total, accommodating 18 adult guests with up to 6 additional beds provided for children under 12. (Two camping cots for kids per room max)
Rates & Special Offers
Deals By Date
- All rates are subject to availability
- Proof of SADC residency may be required at the time of booking or upon check-in at the accommodation
- Surcharges may apply on rates over peak holiday periods and long weekends.
Children of all ages welcome.
Please contact your WeekenBreaks Consultant for a quote.
About Mbizane Escarpment Retreat
Mbizane is a private nature conservancy in Mpumalanga’s Schoemanskloof Valley. The conservancy is known for its breathtaking cliffs, rivers, and its rich biodiversity which have earned it a spot on the Register of Natural Heritage Sites. Visitors can experience unparalleled natural beauty, while staying in the luxury tent accommodation surrounded by pristine riverine forests and stunning escarpment views.
ACCOMODATION TYPE & FEATURES :
Luxury 2-Sleeper Tent: Four private elevated deck tents, each situated at a unique position along the stream with a stunning view of the awe-inspiring cliffs. The identically-furnished tents are designed to provide stylish self-catering living with modern amenities and comforts inside nature.
What’s in the tent:
- WiFi
- Safe
- Shower
- Bath
- Fully Equipped Kitchen
- Work Space
- Towels
- Cleaning Service
- Electric Blanket
- Hairdryer
- Heaters
- Fans
- Self-Catering
- Turndown Service
Luxury 2-Sleeper Luxury Tent with Pool: The Aquila tent is uniquely located on a natural elevation in the escarpment, providing magnificent views of the surrounding cliffs, the crystal-clear pond in the mountain stream and the forested valley below. The plunge pool adjoining the deck overflows with pristine, natural earth water that streams out of a fountain on the high ground and is aerated by the waterfall while flowing down the ravine.
What’s in the tent:
- WiFi
- Safe
- Shower
- Bath
- Fully Equipped Kitchen
- Work Space
- Towels
- Cleaning Service
- Electric Blanket
- Hairdryer
- Heater
- Fan
- Plunge Pool
- Self-Catering
- Turndown Service
The Nest 8-Sleeper Luxury Tent (3 tents right next to each other on the river): The Nest provides the ultimate open plan self-catering and lounge facility, with four tent suites, with all modern amenities and comforts being provided in the heart of nature. The tents on the other two elevated decks (with plunge pools) each comprise two luxury tent suites, connected via an interleading door.
What’s in the tent:
- WiFi
- Safe
- Shower
- Fully Equipped Kitchen
- Oven
- Dishwasher
- Work Space
- Towels
- Cleaning Service
- Electric Blanket
- Hairdryer
- Heaters
- Fans
- Plunge Pools
- Self-Catering
- Turndown Service
Features
Self Catering
Wi-Fi
Getting There
Directions from Gauteng to Mbizane:
Take the N4 highway to Nelspruit (Mbombela). A few kilometers after Milly’s you will pass through the Machado Toll Plaza, and 2.5km further the N4 forks into alternative routes. Take the N4 to Mbombela, Mashishing turnoff to the left, and follow the road for 41.5 km.
Turn off left from the N4 (just before the Viva one-stop garage) on the gravel Welteveden Road, and follow that road for 1.6km, across the low water bridge over the Crocodile river until you reach the Sterkspruit Road turnoff. Turn left on the Sterkspruit road and follow the Mbizane signs next to the road for 12 km to arrive at Mbizane’s entrance gate. Continue on the road until you reach the Lounge deck, where reception will welcome you and show you to your tent.
Directions from Nelspruit to Mbizane:
Start from Nelspruit Central, head towards the R40: From the city center, navigate towards the R40 highway, which is a main road leading out of Nelspruit.
Follow the R40 North: Merge onto the R40 heading north. This road will take you through a scenic route with various landscapes.
Continue on the R40: Stay on the R40 for an extended period. You will pass through or near several small towns and natural reserves. Keep an eye out for any road signs indicating directions towards your destination.
Turn onto the Road Leading to Mbizane Escarpment Retreat: Look for the specific turn-off from the R40 that leads to Mbizane Escarpment Retreat. This turn could be marked with a signpost for the retreat or a notable landmark. Final Stretch: After turning off from the R40, follow the local road as per the signs or as advised in your reservation details. This road might traverse through a more natural landscape or rural areas. Arrive at Mbizane, the retreat is clearly marked.
Road and Vehicles:
The 12 km long gravel Sterkspruit road leading up the Schoemanskloof is the only road leading to and from Mbizane. The road offers spectacular views of the cliffs on both sides of the Schoemanskloof Valley and the Crocodile River in the middle (on your left as you drive in). There is no cellphone coverage for the last half of the road.
The road includes a short, narrow pass that has to be carefully navigated and slowly approached and a few areas which can get muddy after rains. While the Sterkspruit road is ordinarily used by normal (sedan) vehicles, a vehicle with a high road clearance is preferred.
Sometimes after major rains the road may be so slippery that a 4×4 or diff-lock function may be needed to get to Mbizane. We do suggest that you do not attempt the Sterkspruit road in a sports car or other low road clearance vehicle.