Northern Free State camping
Smilin’ Thru Resort and Conference Centre
Located 11km, in the direction of Fochville on the R500 from the peaceful town of Parys, on the verge of the “Vredefort Dome” lies the tranquil holiday resort of Smilin’ Thru.
Situated on the banks of the Vaal River, away from the hustle and bustle of the city life. As we are located on the “Lower Barrage”, boating is not possible, thus there is no noise to disturb the peace, adding to the tranquillity. Fisherman and Bird watchers Paradise. All this only One Hour’s drive from Johannesburg.
Accommodation
Non Self Catering
20 Twin Bed & Breakfast Rooms (Bathroom en-suite, air-conditioned)
Self Catering
1 Eight Sleeper (Exclusive) River Lodge
2 Four Sleeper Cottages
3 Six Sleeper Cottages
3 Four Sleeper Rondawels
1 Six Sleeper Fishermen’s Cottage
Caravan Stands (With Electricity & Water) – Semi-permanent occupants in our caravan park are welcome and get a special monthly tariff.
Tent Stands (With Electricity & Water)
Ablution Block recently revamped
Facilities
Fully Licensed Restaurant
Ladies Bar
Sports Bar (Day Care centre for Dad’s
– You pay only for his meals and drinks)
Sundowner Deck over Vaal River
Conference / Function Venue (Can accommodate 80 people)
Activities
Swimming Pool
Kiddies Play Area with Trampoline and Putt-Putt Course (Free)
Excellent Fishing Area’s
Team Building and Adventure activities can be arranged in advance
Contact Details
Location: 11Km from Parys on R500 Fochville Road
Rates: info@smilinthru.co.za
Reservations and availability: 0722235404
Website: www.smilinthru.co.za
email: info@smilinthru.co.za
Tel: + 27 (0)722235404
Fax: + 27 (0)86 600 3446
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Aanleg Guest Farm
Frankfort
Location: Situated on the Wilge River, 7km from Frankfort on the R34 to Vrede
Tel: + 27 (0)58 813-2687
Fax: + 27 (0)58 813-2687
Cell: + 27 (0)82 698 0238
e-mail: aanleg@lantic.net
Dimalachite Caravan Park
Parys
Tel: +27 (0)56 818 1860
Fax: +27 (0)56 818 1854
Cell: +27 (0)82 940 8898
e-mail: info@dimalachite.co.za
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Klein Paradys Nature Reserve
Parys
Location: Situated 12 km north of Parys, on the Banks of the Vaal River.
Tel: + 27 (0)56 818 1214
Fax: + 27 (0)56 818 1766
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Westvaal Recreation Resort
Parys
Location: Situated below the barrage on the Vaal River in the direction of Parys.
Tel: + 27 (0)56 811-4008
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Groenoewers Recreation Resort
Viljoensdrif
Tel: + 27 (0)16 457-1168
Fax: + 27 (0)16 457-1168








