Only an hours drive from Joburg and nestled on the banks of the Vaal River near Parys, Carryblaire River Retreat embodies peace, tranquillity and a sense of oneness with nature. With its own natural island and being a registered bird sanctuary the views offered at Carryblaire are breathtaking and some of the most beautiful in South Africa. The Yellowfish that leap through the water are considered to rival Trout in their ability to entice fly fishermen in a challenge of wits, while the calls of the nesting Fish Eagles remind us of their superiority in the air. Drink in the beauty and serenity around you, and let us and nature do the rest...

Parys is a small and vibrant town in South Africa. It lies on the banks of the Vaal River 120 km south of Johannesburg. Parys offers visitors a variety of attractions, ranging from browsing wonderful antique shops and art galleries to adventure sporting. Parys itself is situated inside the Vredefort Dome, which is the remains of an ancient crater. The crater was formed 2000 million years ago when a meteorite as big as Table Mountain struck the earth. The crater was about 90 km in diameter with the center of impact near Vredefort. The Vredefort Dome received World Heritage Site status in August 2005...

From JHB / Sasolburg. Please Note 9 km Dirt Road Take N1 to Bloemfontein, continue through Grasmere toll plaza. Follow the N1 for approx 90 km Just before the Kroonvaal toll plaza take the Parys / Sasolburg turnoff - R59 Turn right towards Parys. Follow the R59 towards Parys for approx 15 km. Just past the Parys Airfield turn Right at the Vaal Eden sign. Then on the dirt after approx 300 m turn Left on the S1052. Travel on dirt S1052 for approx 9 km through several bends. Carryblaire entrance is on your left.