Gauteng, Vanderbijlpark, Vaal River
Nonyana River Lodge sits on a wide bend of the Vaal River near Vanderbijlpark in Gauteng. Camp or stay in self-catering chalets and fish for carp, yellowfish, mudfish, and barbel from open river banks.
The lodge fronts a broad sweep of the Vaal River about an hour from Johannesburg. Carp, yellowfish, mudfish, grass carp, and barbel are common catches here. Papgooi works from grassy camping stands and open banks. Day visitors and campers can fish when the venue is open. Confirm the rules with the venue before you cast.
Nonyana River Lodge is on Old Potch Road (R53) between Johannesburg and Vanderbijlpark. Tent and caravan stands sit on grass near the water. Communal ablutions serve campers. Self-catering chalets sleep up to five guests with a kitchenette, en-suite bathroom, and private braai patio. The property also has swimming pools, a jungle gym, swings, and trampolines for children. Wedding and conference facilities are on site. Main gates open weekdays 08:00 to 17:00 and weekends 07:00 to 17:00. Overnight guests may enter until 18:30. Prices and rules: - Camping: R150 per person per night - Child age 6 to 12: R100 per person per night - Chalet: confirm the price with the venue before you book. - Day fishing: confirm the price with the venue before you book. Last updated at: 21 October 2026.
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Weekdays 08:00 to 17:00. Weekends and public holidays 07:00 to 17:00. Overnight guest gate closes 18:30.
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Modini fishing resort
Modini fishing resort sits on a Vaal River reach at Vaal Oewer outside Vanderbijlpark. Self-catering chalets, a swimming pool, and open bank angling suit carp, barbel, yellowfish, and bass trips.
