Between the picturesque towns of Waterval Onder and Waterval Boven in Mpumalanga lies Zongororo, a haven of hospitality and ministry inspired by a message from above and made possible by hearts, hands and feet on earth.

The word ‘Zongororo’ means millipede in the local dialect, Shona.  Millipede, in turn, means ‘millions of legs’ which, explains owner Elsa, “teaches us to work together to protect God’s creation and to move steadily towards our goals. It also refers to the train running through the farm, affectionately known as the ‘steel Zongororo’”.

The Zongororo story started in 2009 in response to a call from God to establish a Christian guest farm and ministry. Eleven years later, Zongororo Village of Ministry is a place of restoration, connection, and exploration in and of Christ.  It is also testament to more than a decade of inspiration, perspiration, determination, guidance, and assistance from above.

The Farm strives to be a place of Spiritual Rest, Revival & Restoration, a space where changes can take place, where broken hearts can be healed, captives set free and disciples made.

Facilities:

• Swimming Pool
• Pool table & dart board
• Historical sites
• Farm stall
• Conference Room
• Chapel
• Stabling – Bring your horses! R50 per horse per day. Ride them on the farm or over the mountain to BBK Trails (20km)

In The Area:

• Horse riding
• Zipline
• Waterfall
• Museum
• Stone circles
• Historical sites

Hiking Trails

Zongororo offers three hiking trails designed for various fitness levels…

• The Yellow Route is pleasant, relaxing and filled with spectacular natural sights.
• The Brown and Blue Routes are physically more challenging and visually just as rewarding – covering the spectrum from steep inclines and rocky outcrops to spectacular fauna and flora.

Day Visitors

• R110.00 – Adult

Group Special

• Exclusivity of Lodge
• R10 320.00 per night

Admin Fee:

• R55.00 once off fee per reservation

Accommodation

Jan Wintervogel

Jan Wintervogel is a one bedroomed Cabin with sleeper couch in the open planned living area. Bath & Shower. Fully equipped kitchen. Veranda with braai facilities.

Perfect for 2 people, but can sleep 4
Bedroom – Queen
Linen and towels provided

Jan Wintervogel – A 1896 NZASM steam locomotive that took its name from an ensign sent by Jan van Riebeeck to scout the interior in 1655; Jan Wintervogel ran the historical line between Delgoa Bay and Witwatersrand. Jan 302 made thousands of trips between Nelspruit and Waterval Boven as well as many tourist runs between Waterval Boven and Waterval Onder until its retirement in 2000. Jan Wintervogel can now be seen in The Railway Museum in George.

Rates:

• 1 Guest – R864.00 per night
• 2 Guests – R1032.00 per night
• 3 Guests – R1176.00 per night
• 4 Guests – R1320.00 per night

The Shack

The Shack is a 2 bedroomed Cabin with sleeper couch in the living area. Shower room. Fully equipped kitchen. Veranda. Braai facilities.

Fantastic for 4 but can sleep 6
Bedroom 1 – Queen
Bedroom 2 – 2 three quarters
Linen and towels provided

The Shack – named after the book of the same name written by William P Young. (Now also a film).

Rates:

• 1 Guest – R984-00
• 2 Guests – R1032-00
• 3 Guests – R1176-00
• 4 Guests – R1440-00
• 5 Guests – R1584-00
• 6 Guests – R1728-00

Die Herberg

Die Herberg is a 2 bedroomed Cabin with sleeper couch in the living area. Shower room. Fully equipped kitchen. Veranda. Braai facilities.

Great for 4 but can sleep 6
Bedroom 1 – Queen
Bedroom 2 – 2 three quarters
Linen and towels provided

Die Herberg – Named after the owners visited a Bavarian town, where the locals perform the play “The Passion of the Christ “every decade.

Rates:

• 1 Guest – R864.00
• 2 Guests – R1032.00
• 3 Guests – R1176.00
• 4 Guests – R1320.00
• 5 Guests – R1464.00
• 6 Guests – R1608.00

Faith Cabin

Faith Cabin is set away from the main lodge and other units, fully equipped kitchen, open plan breakfast bar & lounge. Shower room. Stoep & Braai facilities.

Sleeps up to 3
Bedroom 1 – Double
Bedroom 2 – Single
Linen & Towels provided.
Faith – named so for the great leap of Faith taken when answering a call from God to farm on Zongororo.

Rates:

• 1 Guest – R720.00
• 2 Guests – R960.00
• 3 Guests – R1080.00

Koinonia

Sleeps 12

Great for groups, Koinonia is a 6 bedroomed log house with open plan kitchen dining and living area. 2 bedrooms en suit, separate bathroom & shower room. Veranda. Braai facilities. All bedrooms open to the outside.

Bedroom 1 – Double en suit
Bedroom 2 – Double en suit
Bedroom 3 – 2 Singles
Bedroom 4 – 2 Singles
Bedroom 5 – 2 Three quarters
Bedroom 6 – 2 Singles

Linen provided. Please bring your own towels.

Koinonia – definition: fellowship or communion with God or fellow Christians.

Rates:

• R3600.00 per night

Ubuntu – Hiker’s Accommodation

Sleeps 24

Sleeping quarters for Hiking Groups, School Camps and similar gatherings. 
6 bedrooms with 2 bunk beds in each (4 people per room). Communal outdoor bush kitchen. Separate male and female ablution facilities.
Linen provided. Please bring your own towels.

Ubuntu – definition: a quality that includes essential human virtues

Rates

• R2400.00 per night