Children and adults alike love getting close to our animals and feeding them. All of our farm animals are friendly and love to be fed. You can purchase animal feed from our reception, and our staff will answer any questions you have on how to feed.  We do ask that you do not feed the animals any other food. Some human food can be toxic to animals.

Please note that, while we encourage children to interact and feed our farm animals, this does not apply to dangerous wild animals, like monkeys, which can also be found in abundance on the farm.  Although they can be very cute, they can become aggressive towards humans.  Please do not approach or feed them, as this might lead to them becoming dependent on humans, which will cost them their lives.   

Meet Lang-Oor, our friendly donkey.  This one year old jenny arrived at Westvaal in December 2020.  She loves her new camp, and is settling in well.  Her favourite foods are donkey mix, available at the shop, a slice or two of bread, apples and carrots.  She responds well to being called to the fence.  Just remember the secret call – Lang-Oor!

Our colourful chickens can be found wandering through-out the resort.  They love roaming free, so you might find them snoozing in a quiet corner, or even under your cabin at night.  They lay their eggs in the weirdest of places, and every now and again, we have new hatchlings appear – sometimes up to 17 at a time!  Please help us keep them safe – even the roosters who may crow at odd times in the early mornings…  They go a long way to lend towards the authentic farm atmosphere, and this is the only home they know.

Interact with new animals and learn their unique behaviors

Your kids may be used to interacting and petting the family dog or cat, but they may not have had the chance to really interact with farm animals like chickens or donkeys. Interacting with these animals allows them to learn about the unique behaviors of different species, how they socialize with one another, and the differences and similarities between them. For children, even just being near them can prove to be a fun learning experience: goats have weird looking eyes and donkeys have funny looking faces, and you had best believe your child will point these things out! In doing so, they’re learning observational skills.

Learn compassion and courage as they interact with farm animals.

As adults, we take for granted that we understand that goats aren’t going to try eat us whole and that, though fun, chasing chickens around is a mean thing to do. However, children have yet to have the experiences that can be the basis for a greater understanding of the world. By interacting with farm animals, your child will learn how to be gentle and caring with animals that are meek, like chickens. However, they will also learn to be brave when it comes to petting animals like donkeys, whose size can make them intimidating for small children.

Participate in a hands-on activity that involves almost all the senses

Interacting with farm animals will stimulate almost all your child’s senses as they see, touch, smell and hear the different farm animals. It’s one thing to know that a duck goes “quack”, but quite another to hear it in person! The sounds of the barnyard are certainly distinct. By petting the animals they can feel how soft a donkey’s nose can be and feel how strange it is when a goat licks your hand. Each and every interaction is unique. Don’t worry: we have hand sanitizer inside for when everyone has had enough fun!

To enhance your experience, we also offer meal options, including breakfast and lunch, during the trip. Additionally, you will be conveniently collected from the resort, making your outing hassle-free and enjoyable.

Group Size: 10 to 20 guests

Starting Price: R250 per person

Available Activities:

• • • Fishing trips
    • Relaxation cruises
    • Sundowner experiences
    • And many more tailored to your preferences

Optional Extra Meals:

• • Breakfast / Brunch
  • Lunch
  • Early Dinner

  Meals must be pre-booked well in advance, and prices will be advised upon enquiry.

We cater to groups ranging from 10 to 20 guests, ensuring a personalized and intimate experience for everyone. Whether you are looking to indulge in a relaxing cruise, enjoy a scenic sundowner, or embark on a fishing adventure, our barge trips are designed to meet your needs.

To book a barge trip, simply contact us, and we will handle all the arrangements to ensure you have a memorable experience on the water. Whether you’re planning a day out with family, friends, or colleagues, our barge trips offer the perfect escape.

We are close to shopping malls, restaurants, cinemas, casinos and much more, but still far enough to escape the buzz.

The Vaal River is renowned for it’s beauty and the opportunity it provides for a quiet get-away, creating a relaxed ambience in which you can completely unwind.  Set in an area of excellent bird life, this is the ideal break-away weekend venue or stop-over on business trips, to enjoy superb birding, fishing or simple relaxation.  Here you can experience nature with all of your senses – from the fragrance of a walk through the woodlands, to the sound of the iconic call of the fish eagle…

A marvelous 680 meters riverfront, with fish species – Carp, Yellowfish, Mudfish, Bass & Catfish in abundance.  With it’s working farm atmosphere, Westvaal Holiday Resort is peaceful and provides an opportunity for a relaxing escape.

Being owner run, you can expect hospitality and friendliness.

Reception & Farm style shop

From the moment you enter our reception area, we’d love to make our guests feel welcome and at home.

Our farm-style shop stocks all the necessities, as well as a lot more – from your basic bread, milk, ice, firewood, eggs, cold drinks, ice-creams, sweeties, toiletries, to board games and other toys, fishing tackle and muti’s.  We aim for convenience at reasonable prices.

Take-Aways

When hunger suddenly strikes,  order your tasty meals from our shop.  We serve a wide range of freshly prepared foods, at extremely reasonable prices.   Place your order, and let us know where you need it delivered once it is ready – enjoy it at our swimming pool / bar area, or ask us to deliver it straight to your cabin or campsite.