ideal for bird watching, fly fishing, river rafting
wonderful photo opportunities
relaxed atmosphere and perfect venue
perfect day
wide choice
families, friends, business, associations, schools
Quick Enquiry
We are just outside Parys on the Vredefort road to Schoemansdrift.
Kommandonek is edged by the beautiful Vaal River flowing through a range of scenic mountains which were created by a meteor. The impact of the meteor caused a huge crater which, over time, created the Vredefort Dome.
The reserve is in the center of this 80 kilometer wide meteor basin. It is home to 150 different types of bird species and game including giraffe, zebra, oryx, eland, kudu, red hartebeest, water buck, impala and other smaller game species.
Come and enjoy game viewing from an open game drive vehicle, or walk along the accredited hiking trail to experience incredible views and breathtaking scenery.
Kommandonek is an ideal venue for weddings, family celebrations, business meetings or school groups. The spectacular view of the Vaal River, natural beauty and serenity of the surrounding mountains of the Vredefort Dome serves as a perfect backdrop.
The accommodation units are nestled at the foot of a mountain, about two 200m from the Vaal River.
We can accommodate up to 48 guests in comfort.
Different types and styles of accommodation are available, and a combination of these can provide for family, business or social groups.
| Day Visitors | R100/person/day |
| Day Hikers | R100/person/hike |
| Game Drives | R80/person (minimum R450/trip) |
| River Raft | On request |
| Venue Hall | R7 700 per day |
| Chapel | R2 200 per day |
| Weddings | On request |
| Conferences | On request |
Updated 24 January 2022
“22 March 2021
An amazing place. The lodge is fully equipped with all that is needed to have an awesome time away. The game drive was enjoyed by all. The wild life and birds are stunning. A great place for a relaxing time. Thank you to our hosts, very friendly and caring.
Will def be back. ”
“1 Maart 2021
Baie baie dankie!! die bachelors was amazing! Die dame by ontvangs en die man wat die wildsrit gedoen het was baie vriendelik en behulpsaam. Dankie Estelle vir al die reëlings, ook die river rafting was'n great experience. Sal Kommandonek vir enige iemand voorstel.
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“28 Februarie 2021
Heerlik gerus en wandelpaaie gestap. Beveel plek ten sterkste aan.
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“18 Februarie 2021
Ons het heerlik gerus en ons batterye gelaai! Baie dankie vir alles.
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“24 Oktober 2020
BESTE PLEK OOIT – ons troue was wonderlik. Dankie vir alles.
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“18 October 2020
Our second time back here and as previously, such a great time enjoying the peace & tranquility. A wonderful home away from home. Will see you again!!
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“19 September 2020
Sal beslis aan almal ons fotos gaan wys en vertel van al die mooi! Baie dankie, het heerlik gebly.
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“27 July 2020
I loved it! We came across a lot of game on the hiking trail, spectacular views form the top of the Mountain. We had our own little kitchen and braai area which was nice and tidy. The cherry on top was when the tame Fellow Deer ate out of our hands at the end of a lovely day. I highly recommend this place.
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“22 Februarie 2020
Sjoe, waar begin ons om dankie te se vir 'n onvergeetlike lekker tyd by julle. Julle gasvryheid het beslis uitgestaan. Julle sal ons beslis weer sien. My hart was nog altyd in die Vrystaat, maar nie gedink dit kan so mooi wees nie!
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“28 February 2020
Thank you very much for this week-end. We had a very wonderful stay, we really enjoyed
ourselves and found this to be such an incredible experience.
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“3-4 January 2020
Enjoyed my stay. Everyone was so friendly. Taught us new things. I would recommend
It to family and friends who like relaxed places.
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“22/12/2019
THANKS FOR EVERYTING!!! Thank you for this wonderful Stay!
I had lots of fun staying here and see all the animals on the farm.
Thank you for everyting!
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“13-15/12/2019
Estelle we had a great and wonderful time since from the 1st day we arrived. The lady we found at the reception was very much helpful. The only downside was the swimming pool the water is very cold. If it can be a heated pool in future. Thank you for tolerating us with playing our music till late. ”
“30/11/2019
Heerlik Gebly en Gekuier. Sal julle weer sien.
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“26/10/2019
“Hi Estelle, I really would like to thank you and the wonderful lady who helped us.
It was such a beautiful hike. Your property is so well-kept and the trail is so well marked. We will definitely visit again!””
“11-13/10/2019
Wat 'n wonderlike naweek saam met vriende, wat nou soos familie voel. Baie dankie vir die heerlike naweek. Die rus en stilte en pragtige natuur was net wat ek nodig gehad het vir die laaste deel van die jaar. Die kamers is pragtig en so gerieflik.
Sal beslis Kommandonek aanbeveel so ver as ek gaan – ek kom weer!”
“13/10/2109
Baie dankie vir 'n Heerlike naweek. Baie gerieflik. Geniet die wildsrit en Voorspoed en guns vir die wildsplaas. Goeie vriende en aangename geselskap. Groete aan Estelle en Robert.
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“11-13/10/2019
Wat 'n wonderlike samekoms!! Lekker gewees om weer almal te sien en so lekker saam te kuier!! Dankie vir al die gasvryheid, onthou oomblikke, heerlike kos en atmosfeer! Mag dit goed gaan met elkeen en alles wat julle beplan en beleef.
Sien uit na die volgende saamkuier. Seën vir almal!!”
“11-13/10/2019
Wat ‘n wonderlike samesyn van spesiale Hartsmense! Soveel gasvryheid en liefde saam in die natuur. “Memories” wat ons kan saamneem. Lief Robert + Estelle!! Dankie vir die “mooi” en “gasvryheid” wat ons by jul lekker Lodge kon beleef!! Saam neem ons “vrinne” in ons harte saam. Koppies bly op.”
“11-13/10/2019
Baie baie dankie vir die wonderlike naweek wat ons kon deel wees van die 50 jaar herdenking wat ons saam spandeer het. Dankie vir al die liefde en gasvryheid. Dankie Rina, Ria en Estelle vir die organisering. Estelle mag julle net voorspoed hê met julle pragtige plaas wat julle gedeel het met ons as maters. ”
“11-13/10/2019
Ons het hierdie naweek sooo geniet. Dit was so gesellig en het nuwe vriende gemaak. (Dierbare mense). Al ons vriendinne van ons 50 jaar reunie. Baie dankie vir n wonderlike naweek.”
“2-4 Augustus 2019
Baie dankie vir ‘n rustige naweek. ‘n Mens se siel het lekker gerus in die rustigheid. Die stap was ook baie lekker. Die woonplek is netjies en gerieflik. Nogmaals baie dankie.”
“6+7/07/2019
Can’t thank you enough for such a great stay and for accommodating us!
30 People for a 30th and everyone loved it! Thank you! AWESOME. You Rock!
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“17/06/2019
This is a wonderful, peaceful place to come rest, to make memories with your family.
Thank You Very Much.
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“19/05/2019
Wonderful stay, so quiet, & relaxing
Great game drive too! Thank you so much!
Will definitely come again xx.
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It is a leisurely day hike, moderate hike with an initial steep climb to the blockhouse, but thereafter it is on the flat.
The first part of the hike follows an old path up to the top of a 'meteorite ripple' in the landscape caused by the impact of the meteorite. Up there the views in all directions are well worth the climb.
The Vaal River makes a bend near Parys and flows through a narrow area known as Kommandonek, an obvious outcrop of quartzite rock from which the farm takes its name. Kommandonek, as its name implies, was used as an observation site during Anglo Boer war skirmishes.
Call us on +27 (0)16 987 7299 or send an email to kommandoneklodge@gmail.com
We aim to deliver our best service at all times to ensure that your visit and outdoor experience is an ultimate success!
