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How to spend a weekend on the Vaal River

23 June 2026 · The Cloudrift Team · 4 min read

How to spend a weekend on the Vaal River

More than a place to stay

The Vaal River is one of Gauteng''s favourite escapes, and Cloudrift sits right on its banks in Vaalview. Here are a few ways to spend a weekend.

On the water

Bring a boat and launch nearby, or take a river cruise with Stonehaven, a short drive away.

Tasting and exploring

  • Pont de Val for wine tasting, about ten minutes away
  • Parys in the Free State, a charming arts town twenty minutes on
  • Emerald Resort & Casino for an evening out

Closer to home

When you would rather not leave, the estate has everything for a slow weekend - braais by the river, the shared pool, and sunsets over the water.

Ready to plan it? Make an enquiry or book direct.

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