FairTradeTourism

Fresh Looks with Flair

Posted on Fri September 12, 2025.

Our design inspiration is drawn directly from the natural beauty that surrounds us—rippling river currents, dappled sunlight filtering through the forest, and the rhythmic, repeating patterns of nearby crop fields.

Culinary Adventures

Posted by Cheryl on Fri August 1, 2025.

"You don't have to cook fancy or complicated masterpieces.
Just good food from fresh ingredients."

- Julia Child -

Ready, Set, Solar

Posted on Thu June 19, 2025.

Solar installation for sustainable tourism at Three Tree Hill

This solar initiative further enforces our commitment to sustainable and responsible tourism, aligning our performance with Fair Trade Tourism.

Tourism Declares a Climate Emergency

Posted by Cheryl on Sun November 7, 2021 in Culture.

Pure Rustic Beauty

If you really want to experience the beauty of the South African bush accompanied by every comfort, this is the place! Cheryl and her very welcoming staff are pros at making one feel special and cater to every need. But it truly is the unique wild landscape, full of blossoming aloes, that makes one not want to ever leave.There are clever "reveals"- when approaching the cottages, they look like... Read More

- Roberta-Jayne

Toronto, Canada
Perfectly Magical Faraway Cottage

Magnificent mountain setting, first class accommodation, superb meals, attention to detail in every aspect of the visitor experience. For the nature lover this is indeed the most stunning setting. Busy bird life, adjacent game reserve viewed from our Burchell's cottage verandah, delightful wild flowers and marvellous hiking trails.Unfortunately, the receptionist on duty accepted payment from our guests for a portion of the stay contrary to our explicitly written instructions... Read More

- Patovi

California, USA
Salute to the Survivors

For every tough story that makes the media headlines here or across the world, there is a good news one for South Africans, none more so from our heroes in the hospitality trade, who have experienced the most challenging times in living memory. A superstar among the gallant for their remarkable tenacity and courage are the Blackburns of Three Tree Hill Lodge, overlooking the shores of a vast Midlands... Read More

- Mick & Cheryl Goss

Midlands, South Africa
This is Africa...WOW.

This is Africa…WOW.. we totally loved this beautiful place , despite the somewhat challenging drive up to it. Melanie and her delightful staff were wonderful, amazing food, great drinks, very clean and comfortable. We stayed in a beautiful lodge with our own viewing deck with a stunning view over the hills. Incredibly peaceful, the history of Spionkop is all around. It is so worth the drive, we were sad... Read More

- Caroline

Devon, United Kingdom