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A spa that uses products Mother Nature would herself
Vygenhoek Organic Spa
Vygenhoek Organic Spa - a tribute to all things natural
© Vygenhoek Organic Spa
Did you know?
The village of Dullstroom was originally called 'Dull's-stroom' (Dull's stream), when it was originally proclaimed a town by Paul Kruger in 1892.
The Vygenhoek Organic Spa is situated in Dullstroom, a dorp known more for its fly-fishing dams and restaurants than for its health and beauty offerings.
But things are about to change... Vygenhoek sets itself apart from the competition as the owners have really taken the concept of being fully 'organic' to heart. The spa was conceptualised around 'holistic wellness' and there is a range of treatments on offer that steer away from the synthetic and embrace the natural.
This Dullstroom spa, is known for its very simple, yet focused philosophy, and while the words 'organic' are bandied about with wild abandon these days, at Vygenhoek you can be guaranteed that only the best natural products are used in treatments. Therapies include hydrotherapies utilising the healing power of water.
The balneotherapy is a popular treatment in which mineralised thermal waters help to restore and rejuvenate. There are a number of seaweed and algae wraps available as well as herbal rubs and body polishing treatments using sugar and organic Arabica coffee beans.
At this spa in Dullstroom you'll also find a variety of massages including shiatsu, Swedish and a unique bamboo massage, which uses various bamboo sticks to assist in drainage and relaxation.
In terms of beauty treatments there are a few good skin treatments available including the Vygenhoek warm honey express facial. On the more spiritual side of things reiki and reflexology are also on the menu and there's a meditation garden with beautiful views, if you need further inspiration. A fun aspect to this spa is there are also treatments available for children between the ages of 3 and 12.
Travel tips & Planning info
Who to contact
Vygenhoek Organic Spa
Telephone: (013) 254 0769
Email: mail@organicspa.co.za
How to get here
Vygenhoek Organic Spa is situated just outside of Dullstroom on the Kruisfontein Road, some 3 hours from Johannesburg and Pretoria by car.
Around the area
There is superb fly fishing on offer as well as restaurants, shops and pubs worth visiting. There is loads to do for the kids and the nearby Bird of Prey Centre is notable.
Length of stay
Spend a week or weekend in Dullstroom and book a day or 2 of spa treatments at Vygenhoek Organic Spa.
Where to stay
There are numerous bed and breakfasts guesthouses in the area. Walkerson's, Critchley Hackle and Millstream are 3 popular places worth considering. You can’t stay over at Vygenhoek as it is a day facility only, but there is no shortage of accommodation in the area.
Best buys
Trout to take home (available at numerous shops down the main street in Dullstroom).
Dullstroom is also known for its many quaint shops, where you can browse for arts and crafts, bric-a-brac and antiques.