Tranquillity and Charm - Activities
White River, Mpumalanga

As Casterbridge Hollow is located near the Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport, it allows easy access into the Kruger National Park via air.

The Kruger Park

There is also close enough access by road for those driving into or out of the park. This convenient hotel in White River can also be used as  a base from which to do day-trips into the  National Park.

Casterbridge Lifestyle Centre

Adjacent to the hotel is the Casterbridge Lifestyle Centre. Here guests will have access to a well equipped gym and pilates studio. The lifestyle centre is convenient for travellers needing to do any last minute shopping or to pick up a book to read. There are also many quaint little boutiques that display one of a kind items produced by local South African artists, potters and sculptors. Head out for dinner or grab a freshly brewed coffee. If you have time, take a browse through the Saturday open air market if you have time.

Vintage Car Museum

If history and classic cars are of interest, then a stop in at The White River History & Motor Museum will suit you nicely. This charming establishment houses a large collection of perfectly restored vintage motor cars, tractors and bikes. Automobile enthusiasts and curious travellers can appreciate a variety of vintage vehicles, including the Willys-Overland, the Swift, Model T Ford, the 1929 Austin Seven, various MGs and the 1936 Jaguar SS100, amongst others.

Full Day Excursions

Casterbridge Hollow Boutique Hotel boasts prime location along the meandering panoramic routes of White River. This is a day touring the Panama Route, one of the most spectacular travel routes in South Africa. Alternatively, if you are already intending to do this as a self drive, Casterbridge Hollow is a perfect base from which to start your adventure. On a full day tour from the hotel you can enjoy some important tourist destinations such as Pilgrim Rest, God's Window, Three Rondavels and of course the Blyde River Canyon. 

White River Accommodation

White River has a number of up-market accommodation options that are ideal for a weekend getaway or as a resting stop for people visiting th...more