Thaba Thipa
Self Catering Accommodation, Bela-Bela (Warmbaths) Limpopo Province
Thaba Thipa which means mountain of the knife, is situated on a 21ha farm in the heart of the Bushveld 10min from Warmbaths. (now Bela-Bela) The name Thaba (mountain) originates from the mountain the farm is situated on. Hiking will result in beautiful scenery and a view of the surrounding area. Thipa (knife) originates from the knife-making of its owner, George Baartman, who is a member of the Knife Makers Guild of South Africa.
Game species: Eland, Impala, Duiker, Klipspringer, Bush Buck, Warthog, Bush Pig, Porcupine, Baboon, Monkey , Bush Baby and Squirrel.
Bird species: More than 80 has been recorded on the farm
Accommodation:
All units have:
- DSTV (all channels) ;
- Fully equipped kitchens with fridge, kettle, microwave, toaster, electric frying pan, pots, cooking utensils, crockery and cutlery
- Bathroom - Towels provided (bring own swimming towels)
- Own braai areas with braai -grid
Eland
Two bedroom log house, sleeps 4 - 6 (Double- and 2 single beds: sleeper couch in lounge) with two en-suite bathrooms
Air-conditioned
Impala Cottage
Two bedroom chalet - sleeps 4 (Double- and 2 single beds)
One bathroom with toilet, vanity and shower
Chalet has its own private braai and garden area which is ideal for bird watching. Own garden area and thatched carport.
Klipspringer
One bedroom chalet - sleeps 4. Double bed in bedroom - lounge, build-in bunks which can be converted to beds at night.
Bathroom with corner bath & shower, toilet and vanity.
Duiker
One bedroom chalet, sleeps 4. Double bed and bunk beds in same bedroom.
Bathroom with shower, toilet and vanity.
We have a heated pool on our premises
Bed Configuration
Eland 2 bedrooms; double bed, 2 singles
Impala: 2 bedroom; double bed, 2 singles
Klipspringer: 1 bedroom with double bed; 2 build-in single beds in lounge
Duiker: 1 bedroom; double bed and bunk bed in same room
Facilities:
- air conditioner (some units)
- braai / barbecue - onsite
- DSTV in room
- game drives (less than 30km)
- horse riding (less than 5km)
- kitchen (fully equipped)
- microwave in unit
- nature trail onsite
- outdoor heated pool up to 34 degrees.
- parking all onsite
- private airfield (less than 15km)
- reptile park (less than 20km)
- tea / coffee making facilities
Attractions near Thaba Thipa:
- Aventura Warmbaths - 10min
- Klein Kariba Resort - 5 min
- Nylsvley - 20min (The largest flood plain area in SA - 400 bird species)
- Thaba Kwena Crocodile Farm - 10min
- De Wildt - Cheetah Breeding centre
- Cinema
- Beauty Salons
- Banks, Restaurants and shops