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Vaal Riviera

First Air: August 22, 2025 · Last Air: August 22, 2025 · Status: Returning Series · 9/10 · Reality

It’s time for the long-awaited opening of the Vaal River for the holiday season, and four families from the Vaal Triangle are getting ready for the big day on the river. Viewers are invited into their homes, without any formal introductions, to experience the ordinary, unfiltered reality as the coolers and shiny cars are packed and the boats are loaded. Strong personalities and family dynamics unfold as everyone comes together at the river for the first time. Friendships form, tensions begin to simmer, and a competitive tube race sets the tone for the season. As the sun sets, charm and drama collide, and beneath the surface of the festivities, something deeper begins to stir on the Vaal Riviera.

Cast

Charl Arangies
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Bernelee Arangies
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Rianza Snyman
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Riandi Deysel
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Jay Jay Deysel
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Lanu00e9 Swart
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Corrie Swart
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Crew

  • Producer: Lea Knoesen
  • Executive Producer: Izelle Venter
  • Director: Zandri Douglas
  • Editor: Alexander la Cock
  • Cinematography: Kobus Marx

Overview

It’s time for the long-awaited opening of the Vaal River for the holiday season, and four families from the Vaal Triangle are getting ready for the big day on the river. Viewers are invited into their homes, without any formal introductions, to experience the ordinary, unfiltered reality as the coolers and shiny cars are packed and the boats are loaded. Strong personalities and family dynamics unfold as everyone comes together at the river for the first time. Friendships form, tensions begin to simmer, and a competitive tube race sets the tone for the season. As the sun sets, charm and drama collide, and beneath the surface of the festivities, something deeper begins to stir on the Vaal Riviera.


Seasons & Episodes

Season 1

Season 1

2025 2 Episodes

Premiered on August 22, 2025.

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    E1: The Vaal Opening 8.0
    It's a busy morning for the Arangies, Deysels, Snymans and Swarts as they get ready for the annual opening of the Vaal River - a special place for most families in the triangle.
    August 22, 2025 48 min
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    E2: Braai Bonding 7.0
    Mila phones her dad to ask if he'll be joining the braai at the Arangies, because he did not attend the river day. Allegra and Mila go on a milkshake date, and Allegra's boyfriend is a topic of conversation.
    August 26, 2025 59 min