Bookshop, Museum & Bistro

17 Zasm ave, Waterval Boven, Mpumalanga (N4)
Tel: 013-257-0759 Email: info@makomati.com

Come witness the true ancient history of humankind… in the cradle of humankind.

Author, scientist, explorer, Michael Tellinger, has created a haven for travellers and tourists on the N4 to Nelspruit. The perfect stop-over by the Elands River in the mountainous town of Waterval Boven, for the hungry and the curious travellers. Consisting of a small country bistro, bar, bookshop AND museum, Michael aims to turn Stone Circle Bistro into a place where new-age thinkers meet and share ideas, and host regular talks and events with fascinating guest speakers.

Scattered throughout the mountains of Waterval Boven and Mpumalanga lie the hidden ruins of the most mysterious and misunderstood ancient civilisation on Earth. Our aim is to educate and inform the world of this ancient human heritage that can be traced back to the earliest times in human history and shine a light on activities and harsh lives of early Homo sapiens.

Some examples of the mysterious stone ruins that have puzzled historians and archaeologists for many decades.

OUR LOCATION

A relaxed country atmosphere by the Elands river, with stunning mountain views and a delicious basic country menu and bar. Stretch out on our deck or by the river’s edge and take in the stunning mountain views. Our large grounds run to the river and children can run and play. At night time, the fire pits light up the evening sky and create a cosy atmosphere around the large fires.

THE BOOKSHOP

Come relax with a cup of coffee on the stoep, look out over the mountains - browse through our collection of 6000 books and find a forgotten gem.

THE STONE RUIN MUSEUM - MAKOMATI FOUNDATION

This is a museum with a real difference. Michael Tellinger has put together a staggering collection of items in a small private museum that tells the hidden history of humankind. See a breathtaking collection of aerial photographs of the hidden ancient stone ruins of South Africa, the oldest man-made structure on earth; the 75,000 year-old Stonehenge-type structure called Adam’s Calendar; pottery from the mysterious Lydenburg Heads civilisation from around 300 AD; stone tools that span 1 million years; and the mysterious “wonder stone” – a spherical stone formed billions of years ago that slowly turns on its own axis.

TOURS TO ANCIENT STONE RUINS

Book one of the exciting trips to the many stone ruins and discover the hidden ancient civilisations of southern Africa. Hiking trails; guided tours; 4x4 tours; helicopter flips for those who really want an unforgettable experience.