Jaco & Andrea are getting married

Our invitation

A little unconventional. Entirely ours.

It remains a mystery—
Call it destiny or serendipity—
A meeting most unconventional,
A love entirely untraditional.

It started at a pepper tree,
An engagement celebrated at sea.

Now come witness us tie the knot,
And celebrate the mystery we’ve got:
Our history, our journey, our fate,
The future that we know awaits.

At a waterfall we’ll say our vows,
Toast with bubbly, make our bows,
With those who’ve been part of our story—
Come share in our unconventional glory.

Jaco and Andrea laughing during their vows

A small confession

We already said “I do.”

We have been married for a while now, so this is not a wedding in the traditional sense. It is a celebration of our union, with the people who have supported us on our journeys.

Come and raise a glass with us at the waterfall.

Will you join us?

Please RSVP by 10 December 2026.

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The day

Save the date.

23

January 2027Saturday afternoon · Time to be confirmed

01 · PLACE

Penbi Game Ranch

Paulpietersburg, KwaZulu-Natal. Roughly three and a half hours from Durban and four from Johannesburg.

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02 · CEREMONY

At the waterfall

A short walk over grass leads to the ceremony, followed by the celebration.

03 · CALENDAR

Save the date

Saturday 23 January 2027. We will confirm the ceremony time closer to the day.

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Good to know

A few things to plan for.

01 · GETTING THERE

4×4 access

The road down to the waterfall is 4×4 only, and parking at the venue is very limited. We will shuttle everyone from the main lodge down to the wedding. We will share the times closer to the day, so for now you only need to know about it.

02 · GIFTS

Just you

We do not need gifts, and we would hate for anyone to feel they have to bring one. If you would like to bless us anyway, a contribution to our honeymoon fund would be greatly appreciated. Message us for the details.

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03 · DRESS

Smart casual

Choose something comfortable for the walk to the waterfall. Heels are best left at home.

04 · DRINKS

Friday and Saturday

Friday night

Everyone can bring their own drinks to the braai.

Saturday at the waterfall

The lodge will set up a bar for us. We are supplying all the bubbly and wine, so those are on us.

Anything else you would like, including any other wine, beer, cider, spirits or soft drinks, is a cash bar and for your own account. There will be no card facilities at the bar, so please bring cash.

To help the bar stock what you like, tell us your preferred drinks when you RSVP. We are still finalising the exact set-up, but every guest will be responsible for their own drinks account on Saturday evening.

Three days together

The weekend.

Friday 22 January

Arrive & braai

Bring your own meat and drinks; we’ll provide the salads, bread and accompaniments at the main house.

Saturday 23 January

Our wedding

Ceremony at the waterfall, followed by the celebration. We’ll shuttle you down from the main lodge, and the bar is cash only.

Sunday 24 January

A slow morning

Stay for breakfast before heading home. There is no rush.

Where to sleep

Stay at the ranch.

Guests are welcome to arrange their accommodation directly with the ranch. If we have already confirmed a room for you, it is booked and paid.

Chalet 2

R3 000 per unit

Sleeps 4–6 · Two en-suite bedrooms, kitchen, living room and built-in braai.

Chalets 3–5

R750 per person

Sleeps 2 · En-suite double room and kitchen.

Chalet 6

R950 per person

Sleeps 2 · Luxury en-suite double room, kitchen and jet bath.

Rates exclude 15% VAT. Chalet 2 can take two extra mattresses on request. Check-in 14:00; check-out 12:00.

Contact the ranch and mention the Erasmus wedding on 23 January 2027.

076 725 5783
office@carlo.co.za