North West, Parys, Vaal River
River Plot
River Plot is a Vaal River fishing stay in the Vaalrus area near Parys. Anglers fish from the river bank on a private plot in the Lindequesdrif stretch.
Carp Barbel Yellowfish+1 more
Kids Welcome
Umfula Resort
Free State, Parys, Vaal River
Umfula Resort sits on the Vaal River about 5 km from Parys. Grassed caravan and tent stands, self-catering chalets, and shaded river banks make it a family fishing getaway.
The fishing
The resort fronts the Vaal River near Parys. Carp, barbel, mudfish, and yellowfish are common here. Private shaded fishing spots line the river bank. Guests can launch a boat from the jetty. Papgooi works from the open banks. Fishing is for staying guests. Confirm the rules with the venue.
You can catch
BarbelCarpMudfishYellowfish
Water & style
RiverPapgooi (normal)
Bank
Open bank
Staying at Umfula Resort
Umfula has grassed caravan and tent stands with power points, braai spots, and shared ablutions. Self-catering chalets sleep four, six, or eight guests. Units have kitchens, braai patios, and bedding. Towels are not supplied. The resort has swimming pools, a sports bar, mini golf, a playground, and a boat jetty. Check-in for chalets is from 14:00 to 18:00. Camping check-in is 11:00 to 18:00. Check-out is 10:00. Pets are not allowed. Music must be off by 22:00. Prices and rules: - Winter rates, 1 May to 30 August, per night: 4 sleeper chalet R600, 6 sleeper chalet R1 050, 8 sleeper chalet R1 500, chalets 19 and 20 R1 300, 6 sleeper chalets 13 and 14 R1 200, 6 sleeper chalets 17 and 18 R1 200 - Summer rates, 1 September to 30 April, per night: 4 sleeper chalet R1 200, 6 sleeper chalet R2 100, 8 sleeper chalet R3 000, chalets 19 and 20 R2 600, 6 sleeper chalets 13 and 14 R2 400, 6 sleeper chalets 17 and 18 R2 400 - Camp stand, 4 people, 1 caravan and 1 tent or 2 tents: R300 per night in winter, R600 per night in summer - Minimum stay: 2 nights on a weekend, 3 nights on long weekends and school holidays - Day visitor: adult R80, child under 7 R40, child under 3 free - Boat launch: R300 per craft - A 50% deposit secures a booking Last updated at: 23 October 2026.
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Stay
Day visits Overnight
Accommodation
Camping
Amenities
Ablutions Shower Braai Shop Swimming pool Boat jetty Sports bar Mini golf Conference hall Kids welcome
Operating hours
Office Mon to Fri 08:00 to 16:00. Chalet check-in 14:00 to 18:00. Check-out 10:00.
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