Aerial view of Maanlig Oord on Witbank Dam | Maanlig Oord - Mpumalanga - Witbank - Witbank Dam

Maanlig Oord

Mpumalanga, Witbank, Witbank Dam

Maanlig Oord is a family resort on Witbank Dam near eMalahleni. About 65 fishing and camping stands with electricity sit on open grass banks. Chalets and a three-bedroom house are also available.

The fishing

Witbank Dam holds barbel, bass, and carp. Maanlig Oord has about 65 numbered fishing and camping stands with electricity on open banks. Bass competitions and school fishing events run here through the year. Boats are allowed on the dam. Papgooi suits barbel and carp. Confirm species rules and bag limits with the venue.

You can catch
BarbelBassCarp
Water & style
DamPapgooi (normal)
Bank
Open bank

Staying at Maanlig Oord

Maanlig Oord suits families, groups, and competition anglers. Camping and caravan stands have electricity on grass banks close to the water. Eight chalets and a three-bedroom house offer self-catering stays. Ablutions, a swimming pool, a licensed bar, takeaway food, and lapas for functions are on site. The resort hosts weddings, year-end functions, and bass fishing competitions. An open-air chapel and wedding venue sit on the waterfront. Day visitors can enquire about fishing stands. Prices and rules: - Camping stand: R260 per night - Extra adult on stand: R70 per person per night - Chalet: confirm the price with the venue before you book. Last updated at: 21 October 2026.

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Stay

Day visits Overnight

Accommodation

Camping

Amenities

Ablutions Shower Braai Shop Swimming pool Licensed bar Chalets Wedding venue Lapa hire Boating Restaurant Kids welcome

Operating hours

Confirm gate and office hours with the venue.

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