Stonehaven on Vaal

Father's Day 2026
2026-06-21 08:00 - 21:00 (Africa/Johannesburg) | Stonehaven on Vaal, Rosebush Lane, Zuurfontein, Vanderbijlpark, Gauteng, 1911, South Africa
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Celebrate Father’s Day at Stonehaven on Vaal on Sunday, 21 June 2026 with unforgettable riverside experiences, delicious dining and relaxing cruises on the beautiful Vaal River. Treat Dad to a breakfast buffet, 3-course spit braai lunch, cruising breakfast buffet, cruising luncheon buffet or a casual 50-minute river cruise aboard the luxurious Spirit of Jen. Enjoy wine tasting, complimentary craft beer for every dad, family-friendly entertainment and scenic river views just 45 minutes from Johannesburg. Book your Father’s Day outing now at Stonehaven on Vaal.

Vaal River Meander Route 2026
2026-06-06 12:00 - 2026-07-26 18:00 (Africa/Johannesburg) | Stonehaven on Vaal, Rosebush Lane, Zuurfontein, Vanderbijlpark, Gauteng, 1911, South Africa
STONEHAVEN ON VAAL | VAAL RIVER MEANDER WINE ROUTE
Every Saturday, Sunday & Public Holiday in June & July 2026
Boutique wine tasting from R80 for 8 Boutique Wines | Luxury cruises and cosy fireplaces | Riverside vibes.
Discover one of Gauteng’s most unique and well-prices winter experiences at Stonehaven on Vaal – perfectly positioned right on the banks of the Vaal River, where boutique wine tasting meets luxury cruising, great food and unforgettable scenery.
ON LAND
Relax beside crackling fireplaces or soak up the riverside atmosphere while enjoying:

Taste 8 Boutique Wines (including Prosecco) for only R80
Delicious well-priced meals perfectly paired with your wines
Spa treatments and relaxing riverside experiences
Watch boats cruise by while enjoying the beauty and lifestyle of the Vaal River

ON WATER
Take your wine tasting onto the water aboard the luxurious Spirit of Jen:

Cruising Wine Tasting Cruise – R200

50-minute luxury cruise including boutique wine tastings onboard

Cruising Wine Tasting Luncheon Buffet

A unique luxury luncheon buffet experience combined with wine tasting and cruising

Casual 50-minute Cruise – R160

Simply relax, unwind and cruise the Vaal River in style
LAND OR WATER? WHY NOT BOTH? Enjoy the perfect winter outing just 45-minutes from Jo’burg!

Mother's Day on the Vaal
2026-05-10 08:30 - 17:00 (Africa/Johannesburg) | Stonehaven on Vaal, Rosebush Lane, Zuurfontein, Vanderbijlpark, Gauteng, 1911, South Africa
🌸 Celebrate Mother’s Day on the Vaal at Stonehaven 🌸
Make this Mother’s Day truly special with a day filled with beautiful moments, delicious food and unforgettable river views.
Start the celebration with a luxury 2-hour Breakfast Cruise, where Mom can enjoy a full English breakfast while cruising along the Vaal’s most scenic stretches. It’s the perfect way to slow down, soak in the views and treat her to something a little different.
Prefer to celebrate on land? Join us for our elegant 4-course Mother’s Day Luncheon Buffet, complete with a welcome drink, a carefully curated menu and a warm, relaxed riverside atmosphere. From hearty mains to indulgent desserts, it’s a feast designed to spoil.
Whether you choose the river or the terrace, this is all about celebrating Mom in style.
💐 Book early to secure your spot – this is one of our most popular days of the year.

Easter Weekend Family
2026-04-03 08:00 - 2026-04-06 17:00 (Africa/Johannesburg) | Stonehaven on Vaal, Rosebush Lane, Zuurfontein, Vanderbijlpark, Gauteng, 1911, South Africa
🐰 Make This Easter One to Remember at Stonehaven on Vaal! 🌸
Looking for family fun this Easter weekend? Bring the kids, bring the grandparents, and come enjoy a full day of excitement on the banks of the Vaal River.
🚤 50-Minute River Cruises every hour from 12 midday💰 R160 Adults | R95 Children
The little ones will love:🥚 Complimentary Easter Egg Hunts – Friday, Sunday & Monday at 11:15am🎨 Free Craft Zone for creative fun🍦 Our famous Easter Soft Serve treats🌿 Massive Garden Play Area to run, explore and play
And while the kids are having fun, the adults can relax and enjoy breakfast, lunch or dinner dining with beautiful river views.
This is not just lunch out… it’s a full Easter experience for the whole family.

St Patrick's Day 2026
2026-03-13 08:00 - 2026-03-17 17:00 (Africa/Johannesburg) | Stonehaven on Vaal, Rosebush Lane, Zuurfontein, Vanderbijlpark, Gauteng, 1911, South Africa
☘️ 5 DAYS OF IRISH FUN AT STONEHAVEN ☘️
Celebrating Friday 13th – Tuesday 17th March 2026
🚤 St Patrick’s Cruise – 4pm every weekday and at weekends – every hour on the hour!
🍺 Happy Hour – 5pm–7pm (week days)
🍀 Guinness & Green Drinks
🍽 Fun Irish Meals
🎱 Pool, Music & Great Vibes
🎁 Chance to win fun prizes
Start with a cruise… end with Irish shenanigans!

Valentine's Day 2026 All Weekend
2026-02-13 16:00 - 2026-02-15 17:00 (Africa/Johannesburg) | Stonehaven on Vaal, Rosebush Lane, Zuurfontein, Vanderbijlpark, Gauteng, 1911, South Africa
Celebrate love in unforgettable style at Stonehaven on Vaal’s Valentine’s Weekend 2026, a three-day romantic experience on the banks of the Vaal River. From Friday 13 to Sunday 15 February, couples are invited to enjoy luxury river cruises, candlelit dining, sunset views and indulgent Valentine’s menus in one of Gauteng’s most romantic destinations.
Start your weekend with the Luxury Valentine’s Sunset Dinner Cruise on Friday evening, featuring a four-course cruising buffet and breathtaking river views as the sun sets. It’s the perfect setting for romance, proposals and special celebrations.
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On Saturday, enjoy a Valentine’s Day on the River with a choice of a luxury cruising breakfast, romantic à la carte dining, or a four-course Valentine’s buffet served at the Boat House, River Terrace or along the riverbanks. Add an optional 45-minute River Romance Cruise, available every hour on the hour, for an extra touch of magic.
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Sunday offers a soft and romantic day with a Cruising Breakfast Buffet, Cruising Luncheon Buffet, or a relaxed Valentine’s à la carte menu on land – ideal for couples who prefer a gentler, intimate celebration.
Whether you choose to dine on the water or on land, Valentine’s Weekend at Stonehaven on Vaal combines luxury, romance and scenic beauty. Expect elegant décor, candlelit tables, river sunsets and an atmosphere designed to create unforgettable memories.
Perfect for anniversaries, proposals or simply spoiling someone special, this is Valentine’s Day done the Vaal River way.

Carols by Candle Light
2025-12-21 18:00 - 20:00 (Africa/Johannesburg) | Stonehaven on Vaal, Rosebush Lane, Zuurfontein, Vanderbijlpark, Gauteng, 1911, South Africa
Carols by Candle Light
Each year, we come together with our wonderful Vaal community to celebrate the festive season under the stars. Join us for a heartwarming evening of Carols by Candlelight, set against the tranquil backdrop of the Vaal River.
Bring your family, friends, and picnic blankets, and enjoy the glow of candles, the sound of joyful voices, and the true spirit of Christmas. It’s a magical night filled with music, laughter, and togetherness — a Stonehaven tradition loved by all.

Father Christmas on the Vaal River
2025-12-14 14:00 - 17:00 (Africa/Johannesburg) | Stonehaven on Vaal, Rosebush Lane, Zuurfontein, Vanderbijlpark, Gauteng, 1911, South Africa
Father Christmas on the Vaal
At 2pm … witness loads of Father (and Mother) Christmas’s in cruisers,
house boats, boats, jet skis, canoes and the river banks!
Everyone welcome … be part of the Christmas fun and dress up in
anything celebrating Christmas! Including your dogs!

Lighting of the Vaal
2025-11-29 19:00 - 21:00 (Africa/Johannesburg) | Stonehaven on Vaal, Rosebush Lane, Zuurfontein, Vanderbijlpark, Gauteng, 1911, South Africa
Official Lighting of the Vaal River
At exactly 7pm – Christmas lights will be turned on at many river
residences , residential estates, hotels, boat, fishing & golf clubs,
restaurants and boats! Enjoy this Christmas spectacle by boat or land!

Opening of the Vaal River
2025-09-06 | Stonehaven on Vaal, Rosebush Lane, Zuurfontein, Vanderbijlpark, Gauteng, 1911, South Africa
OPENING OF THE VAAL RIVER – CELEBRATING THE VAAL RIVER
Saturday 6th September 2025
Official opening of the Vaal River’s summer season! Join the flotilla of hundreds of boats cruising up and down the river together – celebrating the Vaal River! The theme this year? Proudly South African
All welcome – no charge! This event is an equal collaboration of all the hotels, venues, restaurants, boating clubs and golf clubs on the Vaal River … an event not to be missed being part of and seeing hundreds of boats cruising down the river together. Lots of fun prizes and fun activities and attractions at each of the venues.

Women's Day
2025-08-09 09:00 - 17:00 (Africa/Johannesburg) | Gauteng
Women’s Day Saturday 9th August 2025
. Women’s Day English Breakfast on land for R145.00 p/p.
. Full menu available from light meals to hearty steaks, ribs and combos
. 50-minute Casual Cruise for R145.00 for adults and R95.00 per child
Women’s Month
(Minimum 24 hours-notice required)

Sunday Cruising Breakfast Buffet (9h00 to 11h00) R430 p/p – R210 per child 3-12 years.
Sunday Cruising Luncheon Buffet (12h00 to 14h00) R595 p/p – R210 per child 3-12 years.
Woman’s Day Cruising 4-Course Buffet Luncheon (Monday to Friday), with your own choice of
colour scheme, along with personalised welcome signs and table cards with your logo or wording
on them and table décor (minimum 15 guests). R430 p/p.
Plated Women’s Day 4-Course Luncheon in a venue with your own choice of colour scheme, along
with personalised welcome signs and table cards with your logo or wording on them (minimum 25 guests). Includes welcome drink & décor too. R395.00 p/p.
Woman’s Day Cruising 4-Course Buffet Luncheon (Saturday & Sunday), with your own choice of
colour scheme, along with personalised welcome signs and table cards with your logo or wording
on them (minimum 15 guests). R595 p/p

Father's Day
2025-06-15 09:00 - 17:00 (Africa/Johannesburg) | Stonehaven on Vaal, Rosebush Lane, Zuurfontein, Vanderbijlpark, Gauteng, 1911, South Africa
Fathers Day Special
Arrive by boat or car!
Land English Breakfast Buffet – R135
Land Luncheon 3-course Spit Braai Buffet – R395
Kiddies – meals start at R50

Cruising Breakfast Buffet – R430
Cruising Luncheon Buffet – R595

50-minute cruises going out from 14H30 every hour on the hour, R145 for adults and R95 for children.

The Vaal Wine Expo
2025-05-31 12:00 - 17:00 UTC | Stonehaven on Vaal, Rosebush Lane, Zuurfontein, Vanderbijlpark, Gauteng, 1911, South Africa
Sip, Cruise & Savor at the Vaal River Wine Expo – Stonehaven on Vaal
Join us for an unforgettable afternoon at the Vaal River Wine Expo, hosted at the stunning Stonehaven on Vaal, right on the banks of the picturesque Vaal River.
This one-of-a-kind event brings together luxury, live music, and world-class wine tasting in a breathtaking riverside setting — making it one of the most anticipated events on the Vaal calendar.
Your R300 ticket includes:A 35-minute wine tasting cruise aboard Gauteng’s most luxurious river cruiserTastings of over 200 wines from South Africa’s top vineyardsA branded wine glass to take homeLive performances from two bands on the riverbankUnique vendor stalls and attractions throughout the afternoon
Whether you’re a seasoned wine enthusiast or simply looking for a great time in a gorgeous outdoor setting, the Vaal River Wine Expo promises an experience like no other.
Wine. Water. Wonder. Only at Stonehaven on Vaal.
Tickets are limited — book now to secure your spot and enjoy one of the best wine events South Africa has to offer!
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Mother's Day
2025-05-11 | Stonehaven on Vaal, Rosebush Lane, Zuurfontein, Vanderbijlpark, Gauteng, 1911, South Africa
Spoil Mom this Mother’s Day and spend a day on the Vaal. Treat her to Breakfast or Lunch Cruises on the Vaal and make the day extra special.
Arrive by boat or car!
Land Breakfast Buffet – R295
Land Luncheon Buffet – R420
Kiddies – meals start at R50
Cruising Breakfast Buffet – R430
Cruising Luncheon Buffet – R595

50-minute cruises going out from 14H30 every hour on the hour, R145 for adults and R95 for children.

Valentines Day
2025-02-14 08:00 - 17:00 UTC | Gauteng
Valentine’s Day at Stonehaven on Vaal – A Celebration of Love
This Valentine’s Day, treat your special someone to a magical experience on the banks of the Vaal River. Whether you prefer a romantic cruise or an intimate garden picnic, we have the perfect setting for love to bloom.
Choose Your Valentine’s Experience:
Breakfast, Lunch, or Dinner Cruise – Set sail on a scenic cruise while enjoying a delicious meal and the stunning river views. Perfect for making unforgettable memories!
Romantic Picnic for Two – Nestle into our rose garden and savour a specially prepared picnic basket while soaking up the tranquil beauty of nature.
Let’s make this Valentine’s Day one to remember! Limited spots available – book now!

Rotary Carols By Candlelight
2024-12-22 18:00 - 21:00 UTC | Gauteng
Join us on the 22nd of Dec 2024 for Carols by Candlelight• Father Christmas arriving by ski boat and handing out free sweeties• Opportunity to have your photo taken with Father Christmas on a Boat• 6pm Carols by Candlelight begins with cheerful music played from the Nativity Scene on the stage• 7pm Carols by Candlelight – everyone led in song by professional singers• Fun complimentary activities for the children – making decorations for your Christmas tree, slip and slide, jumping castle, trampoline, lawn games and table tennis• NO ENTRANCE charge, but optional donations to Rotary and optional purchasesContact us for more details016 982 2951 / 2060 804 1495 (wa)info@stonehaven.co.za

Lighting up the Vaal
2024-11-30 18:00 - 20:00 UTC | The Vaal, South Africa
The Official Lighting up of the Vaal. At exactly 7pm all the Christmas lights will be turned on at numerous residences, residential estates, venues, boating and other Vaal community places. By boat or land enjoy this spectacle of family entertainment and community spirit
