Get closer to nature and experience the tranquillity of Tomjachu Bush Retreat  The Weekend This immersive nature weekend at Tomjachu Bush Retreat offers a rare opportunity to connect deeply with the Lowveld’s untamed beauty. Guided by John’s expert knowledge and contagious passion, we will explore the reserve’s remarkable diversity of flora and fauna, while […]

  10 Reasons to choose Tomjachu when visiting South Africa 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 […]

The fascinating life cycle of the moth in pictures Recently, at Valbonne Villa, our reserve manager Attie came across the intriguing sight of two moths mating on a wall. Nearby to the pair was was the empty cocoon of one of the recently hatched moths. Over the next couple of weeks we went back to […]

  Travelling to Tomjachu: Self-drive vs Fly In 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 […]

5 Wildlife photography tips to get the perfect shot 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 […]

  Interesting facts about Dragonflies 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 […]