Thaba Thabo Nature Reserve

The spectacular 1500-hectare Thaba Thabo Nature Reserve is situated in the Witteberg mountain range, close to Ficksburg and the Lesotho border, in the eastern Free State highlands.

Accommodation is offered in 2 self-catering lodges on the reserve, namely Oak Tree Lodge and Gum Tree Lodge. With no TV or internet, this is an ideal opportunity to take a break from modern life and simply enjoy nature. All geysers, fridges and stoves are operated by gas.

Oak Tree Lodge consists of 3 cosy sandstone chalets, each containing a double bed, a bathroom with a shower, basin and toilet. The kitchenettes come equipped with a double gas p…

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The spectacular 1500-hectare Thaba Thabo Nature Reserve is situated in the Witteberg mountain range, close to Ficksburg and the Lesotho border, in the eastern Free State highlands.

Accommodation is offered in 2 self-catering lodges on the reserve, namely Oak Tree Lodge and Gum Tree Lodge. With no TV or internet, this is an ideal opportunity to take a break from modern life and simply enjoy nature. All geysers, fridges and stoves are operated by gas.

Oak Tree Lodge consists of 3 cosy sandstone chalets, each containing a double bed, a bathroom with a shower, basin and toilet. The kitchenettes come equipped with a double gas plate and a fridge. Additional mattresses are available on request. Guests can enjoy the outside braai area or have a braai next to one of the dams.

Gum Tree Lodge is decorated in the Sotho traditional-style and can accommodate up to 14 guests. The lodge comprises 3 bedrooms, 2 showers and several toilets, and an open-plan living area and kitchen. An outside braai area is available for use.

Many towering sandstone cliffs, fountains and perennial streams are found on the reserve. A seasonal waterfall drops into a deep wooded gorge. There are 3 dams offering shelter to an abundance of bird life and wildlife. The reserve offers 360 degrees of breathtaking views, including the Maluti Mountain Range of Lesotho.

The Thaba Thabo Nature Reserve is renowned for its scenic setting and boasts numerous wildlife species which include sable antelope, eland, gemsbok, black wildebeest, blesbok, impala, springbok, zebra, warthog, mountain reedbok, southern reebok, grey reebok, rooihartebees, duiker, ostrich, and steenbok, to name but a few. There are also many bird species associated with high mountains such as grey-wing francolin, ground woodpecker, stone chat, rock thrush, orange breasted rock jumper, rock kestrel, malachite- and great double collared sunbirds, bald ibis, gymnogene and black eagle.

It is important to note that only SUV's and pickups can access the reserve. The road is not suitable for sedan vehicles.

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