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Likweti Estate is set to succeed
With just over 80% of Likweti Estate’s first phase already sold, the estate will soon be launching an exciting new phase of limited one hectare stands offering space and tranquillity in the sought after wildlife estate. 17 February 2017 Located just outside of...
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Why more people are putting down roots in the Lowveld
For years, people have been drawn to the Lowveld for its wildlife, spectacular scenery and warmer climate. But for many, it is becoming more than a place to visit. It is becoming...
The ultimate guide to family winter holidays in the Lowveld
The Lowveld is aptly referred to as the adventure capital of South Africa! With so many attractions and things to do it is easy to see why this is a popular holiday destination...
The fascinating journey of migratory birds in the Lowveld
As much of South Africa starts settling into winter, the seasonal shift is already becoming noticeable across many parts of the country. Mornings on the Highveld are colder, the...
Likweti Bushveld Farm Estate launches exclusive new Cliffs phase
There is a quiet confidence to the way Likweti Bushveld Farm Estate has taken shape over time. Since its first development in 2014, it has become one of South Africa’s most...
The surprising Science that makes bushveld sunsets unforgettable
There is a moment in the Lowveld when everything seems to pause. The heat of the day softens, the light turns golden, and the landscape begins to glow in shades of amber, orange...
Introducing the Black Harrier: Bird of the Year 2026
With its wide-open spaces and natural bushveld, Likweti Bushveld Farm Estate offers residents and visitors the chance to experience the remarkable birdlife of the Lowveld every...
The new luxury of uncrowded living
The Lowveld, famously referred to as the “Slowveld,” is celebrated for its unhurried pace of life. With modern life becoming increasingly fast-paced and compact, many people are...
Discover the beautiful secret of aposematic coloration
Walking or driving around Likweti, it is often the brightest flashes of colour that catch your eye first. A butterfly drifting past, a tiny frog clinging to a reed, or a boldly...
Barberton Daisy: the Lowveld’s bright and beautiful legacy
If there’s one flower that feels unmistakably Lowveld, it’s the Barberton daisy. With its vivid petals and unmistakable charm, this Lowveld original has been capturing attention...
Experience the quiet luxury of bushveld living
Winter in the Lowveld is unlike anywhere else. There’s no harsh frost or bitter chill, just cool, golden mornings and long, sun-drenched afternoons. The bushveld transforms into...
Introducing the Lowveld’s best-kept secret!
Winter in the Lowveld is something truly special. While other parts of the country endure freezing mornings and icy winds, here the days are sunny, the air is crisp, and the...
Discovering the strange, but charming “ugly five” of Africa
When people think of African wildlife, majestic animals like the lion, elephant, rhino, buffalo and leopard often come to mind. These are the Big Five, known for their strength,...
Last chance to secure your dream stand at Likweti Views
Likweti Bushveld Farm Estate, nestled in the heart of the breathtaking Lowveld, is the epitome of luxurious bushveld living. This family-friendly, wildlife residential estate is...
March Equinox: A fascinating shift in seasons
As the days grow shorter and the air takes on a crispness in the early mornings, we find ourselves at a pivotal moment in nature’s calendar—the March equinox. This celestial...
Likweti Estate: where modern urban living meets unparalleled tranquility
With the new school year in full swing, families are embracing new routines and making plans for the year ahead. Imagine a lifestyle where your family thrives amidst the tranquil...
How Ukuthunga Handmade empowers women by crafting unique opportunities
In the heart of Mpumalanga, South Africa, lies a story of transformation, empowerment, and creativity. Ukuthunga Handmade, a remarkable non-profit organization, is making a...
Getting to know Marc Cronje, the Lowveld’s expert bird guide
We recently spoke with Marc Cronje, the man behind the binoculars, renowned for his expertise as a bird guide with deep knowledge of birds, spanning local and international...
Nature’s Turning Point: Celebrating Winter Solstice in the Lowveld
As the golden sun sinks lower in the sky, casting a warm glow over the rugged landscapes of the Lowveld, nature prepares for one of its most profound transitions: the winter...
Experience Luxurious Living And Innovative Estate Management At Likweti
In the heart of the Lowveld lies the exquisite Likweti Bushveld Farm Estate, a 765-hectare wildlife residential estate where nature’s splendor and estate living intertwine. What...
Sunrise serenade: an exhilarating birdwatching experience at Likweti Estate
Birding with Marc Cronje at Likweti Bushveld Farm Estate – 6 October 2023 It’s a wonderful time of the year to be out and about and enjoying our summer birds arriving back from...
Why your family will love winter holidays in the Lowveld
The Lowveld is aptly referred to as the adventure capital of South Africa! With so many attractions and things to do it is easy to see why this is a popular holiday destination...
Wonderful winter birding at Likweti Estate
Birding at Likweti Bushveld Farm Estate – 10 June 2023 A wonderful lowveld sunrise greeted us as a group of ten eager birders joined me for a morning of birding at Likweti...
Why we need to “bee” kinder to bees!
According to bee experts at the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations, a third of the world’s food production depends on bees. Pollinators, such as...
The nightlife at Likweti Estate will make your day!
As much as there is to enjoy at Likweti Bushveld Farm Estate during the day, the Estate comes alive at night with some very special nocturnal animals. At Likweti Bushveld Farm...
Every day feels like a holiday at Likweti Bushveld Farm Estate
Mpumalanga has always been a popular year-round holiday destination for families from all over the country. With most of the inland learners currently enjoying school holidays,...
Save water with a beautiful water-wise garden
World Water Day is celebrated on the 22nd of March and this year’s theme is accelerating change! This year, World Water Day is about accelerating change to solve the global water...
Nuts about the Lowveld Chestnut
The Lowveld Chestnut (Sterculia murex Hemsl) is a beautiful southern African tree that grows in a limited number of areas in the Lowveld and Swaziland, most often on wooded,...
A new point of view
With a new year comes new adventures, new chapters, and another opportunity to reset the way we view and live our lives. If a change is as good as a holiday, then a fresh start...
The gift of quality time
With the festive season upon us and the end of the year fast approaching, most families are looking forward to spending quality time with loved ones. 2022 was a remarkable year...
A great time for birding in the Lowveld
Nine enthusiastic birders met at Likweti Bushveld Farm Estate on the 3rd of September for a bird watching walk lead by international bird guide, Marc Cronje. Marc shared some...
5 Reasons why you will love living in the Lowveld
If you are considering moving from the hustle and bustle of Gauteng, the Lowveld should be first on your list of destinations.
Birding at Likweti Bushveld Farm Estate – 4 June 2022
Enthusiastic birders gathered for a morning bird watching walk lead by Marc Cronje at Likweti Bushveld Farm Estate. 59 species were seen collectively.
Birds of a feather, flocked together at Likweti Estate
Living at Likweti means falling in love with a lifestyle where nature takes the spotlight. Where panoramic views and sunsets take your breath away, and where…
Honey badgers: sweet as honey, but fiercely fearless
The honey badger (Mellivora capensis) is a mammal that can be found in sub-Saharan Africa, the Middle East and India. Also known as the ratel, the honey badger is found in all...
Give your family the quality life they deserve
Living at Likweti means falling in love with a lifestyle where nature takes the spotlight. Where panoramic views and sunsets take your breath away, and where…
Seasoned travelers settle down in the Lowveld
Living at Likweti means falling in love with a lifestyle where nature takes the spotlight. Where panoramic views and sunsets take your breath away, and where…
The ground-breaking search for an animal on the edge
Living at Likweti means falling in love with a lifestyle where nature takes the spotlight. Where panoramic views and sunsets take your breath away, and where…
All roads led to the Lowveld for this retired couple
Living at Likweti means falling in love with a lifestyle where nature takes the spotlight. Where panoramic views and sunsets take your breath away, and where…
So much to love at Likweti Bushveld Farm Estate
Living at Likweti means falling in love with a lifestyle where nature takes the spotlight. Where panoramic views and sunsets take your breath away, and where…
Top Ten Romantic Movies of the century thus far
Living at Likweti means falling in love with a lifestyle where nature takes the spotlight. Where panoramic views and sunsets take your breath away, and where…
How to be inspired by design this year
Living at Likweti means falling in love with a lifestyle where nature takes the spotlight. Where panoramic views and sunsets take your breath away, and where…
Being intentional about your lifestyle
Living at Likweti means falling in love with a lifestyle where nature takes the spotlight. Where panoramic views and sunsets take your breath away, and where…
A quality life is the best gift for your family
Anton and Melissa Du Plessis were both born and bred in the Lowveld. Anton grew up in Malelane whereas White River was home to Melissa. The couple moved from Malelane to Likweti...
How to make the most of outdoor living at Likweti
Who doesn’t enjoy a good braai? South Africans have truly embraced outdoor living and the Lowveld’s moderate year-round temperatures make it even more desirable. . 5 Things to...
The Lowveld is a beautiful playground
Likweti Bushveld Farm Estate is a 765-hectare wildlife residential estate in the Lowveld near White River. Having been mentioned as one of the top five wildlife estates in South...
How two adventurous “bird nerds” found a fitting nest
You don’t have to spend a lot of time with Johan and his exuberant wife, Lardine Vermeulen to understand why they chose to build their dream home at Likweti wildlife residential...
Breaking ground of an exciting project at Likweti Estate
With a view like this, one can easily understand why Likweti was recently named one of the top wildlife residential estates in South Africa. The recently launched, third phase of...
Nothing fishy about the sustainability of Aquaponics
Aquaponics is the combination of aquaculture (the controlled process of cultivating aquatic organisms) and hydroponics (plants which grow in water instead of...
Healing hands and green fingers make for blissful gardening
It’s a cloudy day at Likweti wildlife residential estate and the smell of freshly baked rusks fills the beautiful home of Edward and Jalene Cameron. After being greeted by Pippa,...
From “castle in the sky” to dream home in the bush
What started out as a “castle in the sky” for Warrick Kernes and his wife, Camilla, developed into a home in the bushveld at Likweti wildlife residential estate in June 2021....
Stunning spring birding at Likweti with Marc Cronje
With the summer migrants starting to arrive back in the Lowveld, it’s a great time for birding. It is always exciting to watch our first migrants like the Yellow-billed...
Help your garden spring to life
Spring is nature’s way of announcing that the old has passed and the new has arrived! Bird calls fill the air and signs of new beginnings are evident everywhere as trees and...
A new breed of antelope welcomed at Likweti
Likweti wildlife residential estate is proud to announce that we have welcomed the estate’s first Sable Antelope. A pair of Sable Antelope were released on the estate on the...
At home in a healthy ecosystem
Spotted Eagle Owl Spotting birds like the spotted Eagle owl at Likweti wildlife residential estate is not only a beautiful sighting, but it also attests that the...
Bird walk at Likweti Estate
Birding with Marc Cronje at Likweti wildlife residential estate – 29 May 2021. The morning of birding started off with the resident giraffe walking across the plains at the...
South African animals who hibernate.
With colder temperatures forcing us to unpack those winter jerseys and boots, it is safe to say that winter is officially here. Although we are truly fortunate to have moderate...
A bird’s eye view of Likweti wildlife residential estate.
At Likweti wildlife residential estate a bird’s eye view is no longer reserved for birds only. Having just launched the third and newest phase: Likweti Views, residents can look...
Birding at Likweti wildlife residential estate
It was a stunning Lowveld morning as the sun rose over the plains of Likweti with Zebra and Wildebeest standing majestically in the background. With a start like this we were...
Earth Day 2021 – Restore our earth
This year’s theme for earth day is “Restore our earth” so we thought of giving you some practical ideas how you can restore our earth. 1. Reduce, reuse, recycle Every single...
WHITE RIVER – YOUR NEW “ZOOM” TOWN
A “zoom town” is referred to as a small community that is growing quickly due to the rise of remote work as a result of the COVID 19 pandemic and which has in its self reshaped...
Who Gnu?
The Wildebeest (wild beast) was named by the Dutch, but they are also referred to as Gnus (pronounced “new”). The term “Gnu” refers to the animal’s call which has a gnuu gnuu...
A real grass act!
At Likweti Bushveld Farm Estate we are serious about looking after our free roaming animals.One way of ensuring their wellbeing is by constantly monitoring our veld conditions...
Are you familiar with the “Small Five”?
Most of us are familiar with Africa’s Big 5, but do you know which animals make up the Small five? These little animals might be smaller in size when compared to the Big 5, but...
Making a nest to call home at Likweti
The male weaver bird will go to extreme lengths to produce the perfect home, delicately and expertly woven to perfection. The male weaver bird will go to extreme lengths to...
New phase launching soon
Likweti Bushveld Farm Estate is gearing up to launch a brand-new phase of development! This will be the estate’s third phase since its official launch in 2014. Likweti Bushveld...
Perfectly placed at Likweti Estate
While 2020 is certainly proving a challenging year for most of us, the contingency to work from home with success has certainly proved to be a positive outcome for some. When...
Top-notch estate management at Likweti
Likweti Bushveld Farm Estate is undoubtedly one of South Africa’s most unique residential estates. Only 100 hectares of the total 765 has been set aside for residential...
Why I chose Likweti Estate
Likweti Bushveld Farm Estate, there is no place I would rather call home. It’s a wildlife estate just outside of White River, close to the KMIA (Kruger Mpumalanga International...
A treasure of the chirping kind at Likweti Estate
A 765-hectare wildlife estate nestled in the heart of the Lowveld just outside of White River, Likweti Bushveld Farm Estate is a haven to animals, birds, and natural bushveld. Of...
Living a simple life at Likweti Bushveld Farm Estate
Over the past few weeks, we’ve come to realize now more than ever that the value of a lifestyle where space, tranquillity and nature are at the forefront of daily life is worth...
For the love of the lifestyle
Investing in property at Likweti Bushveld Farm Estate means buying into a lifestyle unmatched by any other residential estate in the Lowveld, or South Africa as a matter of fact....
Peaceful living with uninterrupted bushveld views
It’s an exciting time for prospective buyers of Likweti Estate’s latest show house which is well on its way to completion at the end of March this year. This 3-bedroom home...
Red Throated Wryneck
Being on the most eastern edge of their distribution, we are lucky that the Red-throated Wryneck have chosen Likweti Bushveld Estate as their home. As you make your way up...
One of the most sought-after residential estates to live
There are few places in South Africa that offer such unique elements of un-spoilt nature and wildlife in one convenient and scenic location. This breath-taking environment offers...
African Hoopoe – a bird with a funky ‘do
The African Hoopoe is a familiar bird mostly due to its funky ‘do, bold stripes, and long curved beak. We’ve been noticing quite a few around Likweti Bushveld Farm Estate...
Likweti’s location is the heart of the Lowveld
While it may be hard to take yourself away from Likweti and all that the 765 hectare Estate has to offer. Its prime setting in the heart of Mpumalanga’s Lowveld makes Likweti...
Likweti’s phase 2 almost sold out!
The sale of residential stands in the second phase of the much loved Likweti Bushveld Farm Estate, a one-of-a-kind development in the heart of the Lowveld is now in full swing....
Leopard orchid spotted at Likweti
The Ansellia africana orchid, also known as the African Orchid or the Leopard Orchid has been spotted in a tree by a resident from the estate. The Ansellia africana orchid is an...
A serene escape
There are few places in South Africa that offer such unique elements of un-spoilt nature and wildlife in one convenient and scenic location. This breath-taking environment offers...
Adventure awaits you at Likweti Estate!
For those who live at Likweti Estate, daily living can only be described as magical! With 765 hectares of space to enjoy, it’s a natural playground filled with adventure suited...
Brand new 3 bedroom house for sale at Likweti Bushveld Farm Estate
Move-in ready three bedroom developer show house is now selling at portion 4 Likweti Plains, the second phase of development at the renowned Likweti Bushveld Farm Estate. R3 995...
The Rhino Beetle
A big horn, a love for all things muddy and a rotund body – it is little wonder how the Rhinoceros beetle (Dynastinae) earned its name. They are one of the “Small Five” and just...
Don’t delay, house on the way
With just on 70% of Likweti Estate’s second phase already sold, there are only a few more stands available for sale in the popular Likweti Plains. By nature, the Plains offer...
Seeing stars at Likweti
When the winter sun sets without a cloud in the sky, the first thing I reach for is my telescope. There is nothing more mind blowing than knowing the twinkling light that has...
What’s blue when shut, but orange when opened, and scuttles all over Likweti?
With the warm spring time sun, comes a flash of colour and an interesting mating dance in many suburban gardens. The bloukop koggelmander or blue-headed lizard (Acanthocercus...
Citizen scientist – saving the planet one species at a time
Living in a biodiversity haven like Likweti, you’d be forgiven for forgetting that globally we are facing a biodiversity crisis, with countless species teetering on the brink of...
Flying high at Likweti Estate
Nestled in the heart of the Lowveld lies Likweti Bushveld Farm Estate. A 765 hectare residential wildlife estate, a cared for environment that is home to over 200 species of...
When the timing is right
If you’ve been looking for your ultimate family home, now is the perfect time to buy the latest developer show house at the popular Likweti Bushveld Farm Estate. A previous,...
Likweti welcomes Century 21 White River
It is with great excitement that the developers and marketing team of Likweti Bushveld Farm Estate wish to welcome Century 21 White River, as a partner committed to the sales of...
Get Likweti Fit
For residents at Likweti Estate, getting back in shape has never been simpler, thanks to the range of exercise arenas just outside your front door. With over 765 hectares to...
Likweti, a photographic playground
Love them, or hate them, smart phones have opened up the world of digital photography to, well, anyone with one! While the days of high-tech amateur cameras may be numbered,...
Likweti bucket list for kids
Likweti Bushveld Estate is the best natural playground any child could have, with endless space and a host of natural attractions that will keep little ones occupied for hours....
Bush chicken or avian muse?
The humble guinea fowl is a common site in the Lowveld bush. With its short legs, rotund body and tendency to exhibit ‘bird-brained’ behaviours (especially in the presence of...
Insect hotels – what’s the buzz all about?
In garden centres and hobby shops across the country a selection of odd looking, oversized bird houses can now be found – but these are no nesting boxes. They are the latest...
Help save South Africa’s Ladybirds
An icon of the insect world, ladybirds are instantly recognisable. They are also under threat from one of their own – but you can help! How many spots has a ladybird got?Found in...
Buy now, make it your own!
Buying a new home can’t get better than this! With construction currently underway, Likweti Estate’s most recent 3 bedroom show house on a spacious one hectare stand is an...
Rolling with the dung beetle
One can learn a lot from the dung beetle. From going back in order to move forward and how to make the best of every situation. Next time you’re out and about in the Lowveld,...
Collective nouns for animals, birds & more
A collective noun refers to a group of people or things. We’ve always been curious about collective nouns for our animals and birds here at Likweti Bushveld Farm Estate, and we...
The African Fish Eagle
Possibly the most recognised bird in Africa, the African Fish Eagle is known for its very distinct call. Often referred to as the “voice of Africa”, the sound of an African Fish...