
Lodges Overview
Within 14 km of Nelspruit, set in a 550 hectares lush and tranquil private nature reserve within the Crocodile Valley, Tomjachu Bush Retreat features a restaurant, beautiful hiking trails and view sites for picnics and romantic occasions. The reserve is home to plains game animals that can be enjoyed on a combination of 26 km well- marked self guided hiking trails. Fishing, mountain biking and game drives are offered on the property as well as guided nature trails.
Beyond the tar road leading to Tomjachu Bush Retreat the route follows a gravel road not suitable for low suspension sports cars. Please feel free to contact us regarding the access roads if you have any queries or concerns.
Tomjachu Bush Retreat offers a variety of self-catering accommodation. Specific units have a private plunge pool and there is also a communal swimming pool at Homestead. The units feature African-inspired décor, there are seating and dining areas specific to the self-cater units, fans, and tea-and-coffee-making facilities. The self-cater units come with a fully equipped kitchens and specific offer a view of Bekker Mountain.
Meals are available upon request in the Lodge Dining room. An array of activities can be enjoyed in the surroundings, including Kruger tours and Scenic Route Tours outsourced to a specialist guide.
Nelspruit Golf Club is within 12 km, the Mbombela Stadium is 25 minutes’ drive away and the Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport is within a 40-minute drive. The Malelane entrance to Kruger National Park is within 80 km.
Formerly Tomjachu Bush Lodge
Before July 2019 Tomjachu Bush Retreat was known as Tomjachu Bush Lodge

Traveller reviews

“It was breathtaking!”
June 18, 2025
The food, the room, there is so much peace. Definitely value for money.

“Beautiful paradise”
May 28, 2025
Everything at Tomjachu was exceptional. Thank you to the wonderful team for making my husband's birthday so special. We had a peaceful and restful time. We will definitely be back!

“A truly wonderful experience made extra special by the team at Tomjachu”
May 09, 2025
The location, views and the atmosphere were a real treat

“I would definitely go back and highly recommend this to anyone that wants to get away from the hustle and bustle of the”
April 22, 2025
The property is a true retreat, peaceful and in touch with nature. The cleanliness of the rooms and not to mention the friendly staff. Sandy and her team are the best hosts, so warm and welcoming and always there whenever you need them. Lastly, I take my hat off to the chef, the food was worth every cent, from breakfast, lunch and dinner.

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Facilities of Tomjachu Bush Retreat
General
Free parking, On-site parking, Parking, Private parking
Activities
Cycling, Fishing, Hiking
Services
Free WiFi, Internet services, WiFi
Food & Drink
Bar, BBQ facilities, Packed lunches, Restaurant
Pools and wellness
Outdoor pool
Transportation
Airport shuttle, Airport shuttle (surcharge), Shuttle service (surcharge)
Front-desk/reception area services
Safety deposit box
Common areas
Garden, Shared lounge/TV area, Sun terrace, Terrace
Entertainment and children services
Babysitting/child services
Cleaning services
Daily maid service, Ironing service, Laundry
Miscellaneous
Designated smoking area, Family rooms, Heating, Non-smoking rooms

Hotel Policies
Check-In
From 14:00:00 hours
Check-Out
Untill 10:00:00 hours
Cancellation / Prepayment
Cancellation, prepayment and 'book now pay later' policies vary according to room type. Please check the room conditions when selecting your room above.
Accepted credit cards
The hotel reserves the right to pre-authorise credit cards prior to arrival.
The fine print
The properties GPS co-ordinates are as follows:S-25°32’43.4″ E031°03’49.4″Please note that there is a 5 km gravel road to the Tomjachu Bush Retreat.Please inform in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

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