A private bushveld escape in Groot Marico where the road ends and real rest begins.

This isn’t a getaway.
It’s a reset.

Wake up to birdsong, not alarms.
Spend your days hiking untamed trails and your nights under endless stars.
No crowds. No noise. Just space to breathe again.

The Marico is known for its stories — the town and its legacies shared over time.

There’s more.

Beyond the familiar lies a quieter, wilder Marico

One you don’t just hear about… you feel.

Marico … quiet and untouched.

High in the upper reaches, the Groot Marico River begins among red cliffs and winding gorges.

This is where Bokkraal is located — a place few know and even fewer visit.

This is where you’ll find Red Cliff Lodge.

Here, authenticity isn’t something recreated.
It hasn’t been shaped by nostalgia or propped up by old legends.
It simply exists — raw, here, and deeply real.

An off-grid, private retreat where nature leads, and you follow.
Where silence is uninterrupted, and the landscape speaks for itself.

Explore the untamed and uncharted territory of the Rietspruit Private Nature Reserve hiking trail.

This is a true bushveld experience.

It immerses you in pristine wilderness and the quiet history written into the land over time.

8 km away lies the Marico Eye.

A crystal-clear natural spring, famed for its incredible depths.

Its pristine waters offer a unique experience for divers and nature lovers alike.

No reenactments.
No fake charm.
Just the Marico as it is.

Secluded
Off-grid
Unfiltered

Come find what hasn’t been lost.

Find your peace… and a little bit of wild.

Diverse Landscapes:

From lush bushveld to sprawling Savannah’s and tranquil wetlands, experience the full spectrum of nature’s canvas.

Pure Waters:

Immerse yourself in crystal-clear rivers, boasting some of South Africa’s purest water sources.

Experience the peace of our Tiny Home

Your Own Tiny Off-Grid Home in the Upper Marico

Marico Biosphere Reserve

UNESCO Designation:

Recognized by UNESCO in 2018, spanning over 447,000 hectares of unspoiled beauty.

Underground Wonders:

Explore vast dolomitic aquifers with hidden underground lakes, including the famous “Marico Eye” for diving enthusiasts.

More about the Biosphere

Cultural Riches:

Delve into a tapestry of history dating back to the early 1800’s. The most famous of which was the Anglo Boer War that took place in the heart of the area.

Historical Elixir:

Indulge in the famed traditional alcohol, “Mampoer,” brewed with a legacy that echoes through time.