Please join us at Tomjachu Bush Retreat on Wednesday 24th March for a conservation breakfast, where we have invited Dr Hayden Cuthill to give the below presentation on an exciting concept and the potential it holds for the wildlife of eastern Mpumalanga. Wildlife Genetic Enhancement Program “Maintaining genetic diversity in eco-estates and other small […]
Although we believe there to be more than just 10 reasons, here is our short-list of why we believe Tomjachu Bush Retreat is perfect for your safari vacation when visiting South Africa. Location, location, location! Situated on its own 55ha private nature reserve, in the heart of Mpumalanga, Tomjachu offers unrivalled views, and the utter […]
Valentine’s Day ideas; a romantic getaway special near Nelspruit
on Bush News, Experience TomjachuIf you are looking for Valentine’s Day ideas away from the crowds, take advantage of our very special 3 night Valentines package by booking a romantic getaway at Tomjachu Bush Retreat near Nelspruit. Not only is this package amazing for Valentine’s day ideas, but also for just a special occasion like an anniversary or honeymoon, […]
Paul & Yvonne visited us in September 2019, when they were taking a trip through South Africa. They love travelling and started a blog to share their experiences of all the beautiful places they’ve been and the memorable experiences they’ve had. Have a look at the two blogs the wrote after staying at Tomjachu. South […]
Nestled amongst the rolling mountains of the Lowveld in the heart of Mpumalanga, lies Tomjachu Bush Retreat – situated within its own private nature reserve, 15km outside Nelspruit. It’s not difficult to get to Tomjachu, but depending on timing, budget and how travel savvy you are, you have the option to fly into Kruger Mpumalanga […]
South Africa is world renowned for its rich and abundant wildlife but many travellers come here searching for more than just a few memorable photos. There is no denying that we live in a fast-paced and over-populated world; and that we all need our space… There is something soothing; something peaceful; about looking up on […]
Getting into wildlife photography can become a very rewarding and exciting hobby. If you have patience and a bit of know how, you can easily wander around in the wild for hours in search of that picture perfect moment. In our books there is only one rule for capturing an animal; and that’s by taking […]
For the first time ever this month we spotted a Secretary Bird on the Tomjachu reserve – truly special sighting. This stunning creature is a bird of prey which specialises in hunting snakes, but also consumes other reptiles, amphibians, tortoises, and small rodents, and kills its prey by ’stomping’ on it until it is dead […]
Dragonflies are fascinating creatures. See below a few interesting facts about Dragonflies. The largest insect ever known to inhabit prehistoric earth was a dragonfly and had a wingspan of close to 75 cm. They are some of the fastest insects on earth and can reach speeds of almost 50 km per hour when in flight. […]