arieal | Dockside Lodge - Gauteng - Vaal Marina - Vaal Dam

Dockside Lodge

Gauteng, Vaal Marina, Vaal Dam

Dockside Lodge and Tented Camp sits on the Vaal Dam at Vaal Marina. Guests stay in chalets or tented camps on the water's edge and fish from the shoreline.

The fishing

The lodge fronts the Vaal Dam. Anglers fish from the bank for carp, barbel, yellowfish, and kurper. Papgooi works well here. Bring your own tackle. Confirm the rules with the venue before you fish.

You can catch
CarpBarbelYellowfishTilapia / Kurper
Water & style
DamPapgooi (normal)Specimen Carp
Bank
Open bank

Staying at Dockside Lodge

The lodge offers six-sleeper chalets and tented camps on a green lawn next to the dam. Guests share a swimming pool, braai areas, and a boma. The venue also hosts events and team-building groups. Pets are welcome. Accommodation suits families and groups who want to stay and fish. Check-in and check-out times vary by unit. Confirm availability with the venue before you book. Weekend stays for two were valued at about R1 500 in a 2025 local promotion. Published nightly rates were not found. Confirm the price with the venue before you book. Last updated at: 21 September 2026.

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Stay

Day visits Overnight

Accommodation

Camping

Amenities

Ablutions Shower Braai Pet Friendly Swimming pool Event venue Boma Kids welcome

Operating hours

Confirm check-in and check-out times with the venue.

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