Situated three hours north of Johannesburg lies Fifty Seven Waterberg, a gem nestled in the heart of the Welgevonden Game Reserve and home to the Big Five in a malaria-free area. The Waterberg Biosphere Reserve was declared an official UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2001. This magnificent five-star establishment is synonymous with tranquillity, solitude and luxury; not to mention the surroundings of the breath taking panoramic views of the Waterberg mountains.
Guests can unwind next to the infinity pool that overlooks a shallow valley and mountain stream that flows to a waterhole. The ten spacious suites are placed strategically along the small hill to provide maximum privacy and intimacy. All are equipped with king-sized beds, aircon, fireplace and relaxing private deck where you can unwind while listening to the birds sing. The honeymoon and luxury suites have their own private plunge pools for the ultimate de-stressing pleasure or sipping on a glass of sparkling wine.
Cooler nights can be enjoyed at the boma around a welcoming fire under a starry sky - a very special place to be savoured by the discerning individual.
Room amenities / types:
4 Classic Thatch suites, 1 Luxury Thatch, 4 Luxury suites, 1 Honeymoon suite
All rooms have king sized beds
All rooms have aircons, fans and fireplace
All rooms have a shower, bath, double vanity and separate toilet
All rooms have a dressing room, safe, writer’s desk, armchair and private patio
All rooms are non-smoking
Classic Thatch and Luxury Thatch suites have Jacuzzis.
Honeymoon and luxury suites have private plunge pools
General info / features:
Check in: 13h30 at the West Gate. Should guests be unable to be at the collection point, an additional transfer surcharge is applicable for other collection times.
Check out: 10h00
Collection point is the Welgevonden Private Game Reserve West Gate, where you must leave your vehicle - there is 24-hour security. GPS Coordinates of the West Gate: 24°14’31.98″S 27°43’7.50″E
Directions:
1. Take the N1 North towards Polokwane
2. After the Engen garage at the Kranskop tollgate, take the
R33 Modimolle / Marble Hall oramp and keep left
towards Modimolle
3. Continue past Modimolle and Vaalwater
4. NB Please inform the lodge when you reach
Vaalwater: +27(0)14 754 8930
5. At Vaalwater keep straight to Bulgerivier / Thabazimbi for about
46km (you will pass the Welgevonden Main Gate)
6. Turn left at the Schoongelegen gravel road
7. After about 17km, the West gate will be on your left
West Gate GPS Coordinates: S 24° 14.586’ E 027° 43.080’
Please allow roughly 3 hours’ travel time from Pretoria
A Haven for Wildlife
While a stay at Fifty Seven Waterberg offers our visitors the ideal opportunity to chill out and relax, the Welgevonden Game Reserve, in which we are located, forms part of the Waterberg Biosphere Reserve, which was declared as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2001. This area is thus home to an awesome array of flora and fauna. In addition, we offer the wildlife enthusiast the added benefit of being located in a malaria-free zone.
Besides the reserve’s status as one of the few locations in which it is possible to spot all of Africa’s iconic Big 5, the region also has more than 50 species of mammals. For the dedicated bird watchers, the region boasts in excess of 300 species of birds.
To ensure that our guests are able to enjoy the best possible wildlife experience, we also provide the services of a knowledgeable and experienced local guide.
