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Going with the flow
Wonderkloof Hydro Health Spa
The pool area at Wonderkloof Hydro Health Spa
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Did you know?
The Sudwala Caves are in dolomite that is estimated to be 3000-million years old and are among the oldest caves in the world.
Wonderkloof Hydro Health Spa is situated near the town of Nelspruit and is not too far from the Sudwala Caves in a scenic area of Mpumalanga province. Here, city escapees can exchange pollution, concrete and corporate pressures for tree-bordered streams, the chorus of birdlife, fresh mountain air and sunrises worth getting up for.
The daily programme at this Mpumalanga health and wellness facility include time spent exercising in the gym, on the tennis court, or in the swimming pool, or taking guided hikes to the calming rock pool. Water-based treatment options are a-plenty - make sure a few sessions in the jacuzzi, sauna or Turkish bath are part of your day’s itinerary.
Those feet fatigued by city pavements may be soaked in green tea leaves, scrubbed with lavender, masqued with Neroli (oil made from orange blossoms) or gelled with peppermint. There are a choice of body wraps on offer – including a chocolate wrap or Dead Sea mud wrap. Alternatively, you could have your entire body detoxed with ginger and mango and warmed with hot rocks.
Opt for 1 of the executive day packages with tempting names such as the 4-hour ‘Heaven for a Day’ or ‘Absolute Tranquillity'. There’s also the his and hers ‘Romeo and Juliet’ which includes Indian Head massages, manicures and reflexology.
If you are staying over, there are twin and double-bedded rooms with stunning views of the gardens and surrounds. Food is prepared by a dietician, but the management of this Mpumalanga health resort does not purport the lettuce leaf is the essence of healthy eating and starving is not part of the detox programme. Meals are often served on a decked terrace overlooking impressive panoramas.
Wonderkloof Hydro Health Spa’s longer package commences on a Sunday afternoon and ends after breakfast on a Friday. It includes 3 meals and a full body massage daily. After all is said and done you can revel in your replenished energy levels as you tour this exciting province that is also home to the Kruger National Park.
Travel tips & Planning info
Who to contact
How to get here
Driving up from Johannesburg, head for Witbank and follow a route that will take you to Belfast, Machadodorp and Waterval Boven. Take the Sudwala turnoff and here you will find Wonderkloof Hydro Health Spa.
Tours to do
The Sudwala Caves are so close by, it would be a pity to miss out on their vast underground caverns. The cave tour lasts an hour. If you are the adventurous type, consider the 5-hour Crystal Tour, which involves some crawling through wet tunnels but gets you to a chamber sparkling with aragonite crystals.
Get around
Having your own car would be best as there are numerous attractions in the vicinity.
Length of stay
Book yourself in for the weekend or choose a mid-week or week-long stay.
What to pack
Comfortable gear, a swimming costume, walking shoes.
Where to stay
Accommodation is available at the establishment in single or twin-bed rooms.
What to eat
A healthy menu using fresh organic produce is part of the deal.