Bivane Vallei SA Boerperd Stud

13/08/2026

23/07/2026

Lang-Carel Jopie's son, Lang-Carel Rigter, Owned by Falree Boerperd Stud.
I knew Rigter well before he was sold.. thinking his temperament so closely resembles his sire. Here he is starring in the U/6 classes at Toyota SA SA Boerperd Nationals.
So beautiful to see more of Jopie's progeny do so well with their owners. Many congratulations and credit to Falree stud and Rigter's trainers.

**All photo credits, turn-out credits, training credits due to owners

25/03/2026

We absolutely loved having Ella Sheppard and Ella Robb for 2 weeks. Thank you for all your input at the stables, help with our young Boerperde, and just enjoying the farm for all it is!

Ella S made this lovely short video of their working holiday stay 🐎🌿

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16/03/2026

We are so thankful and proud! The first four fillies we presented for inspection (grading) have passed and are now officially branded as SA Boerperd 👏🏼🐎 What a special milestone!

Bivane Vallei Lara (LC Lusthof x LC Geluk)(2022)
Bivane Vallei Jana (LC Jopie x LC Gravin)(2022)
Bivane Vallei Jubilee (LC Jopie x LC Geluk)(2023)
Bivane Vallei Juweel (LC Jopie x LC Gravin)(2023)

And our two geldings that were also graded to receive the SA Boerperd brand:
Bivane Vallei Lieutenant (LC Lusthof x LC Mahem)(2023)
Aandag Hotwheels

12/03/2026

Lovely photo of two year old Bivane Vallei Juweel captured by Ella Robb who visited us from Zimbabwe.

More to come!

Juweel is out of Lang Carel Gravin by Lang Carel Jopie

03/02/2026

"..Bivane Vallei was established as a continuation of this legacy, shaped by a new landscape but guided by the same principles. Our choice of the SA Boerperd was not incidental. It was the natural expression of a belief in a horse that belongs to this country that we love. Our aim has never been to reinvent the SA Boerperd, but to build carefully upon a foundation we trust..."

Read more on our Home page at www.bivanevallei.co.za

12/10/2025

True to her nature, our Lang-Carel Geluk gifted us the most perfect filly on a quiet and misty morning, sired by Lang-Carel Jopie.

Welcome, little one, you already remind us of everything that we love about the Lang-Carel horses and we are honoured to watch you start your journey in the beautiful valley on Kwazulu-Natal.

We are thinking of using the name "Jasmyn" for her, but we are most open to any name suggestions beginning with the letter "J."

☺️🌿🐎

15/08/2025

🌾🐴 Escape to the Countryside – Join Our October 2025 Working Holiday! 🐴🌾

Only 3 people will get to join us for foaling season, new trails, and spring magic in the orchard.

We’re opening just 3 spots for adventurous, horse-loving souls to join us in the rolling hills of northern KwaZulu-Natal this October 2025.
Live and work alongside your hosts, Petrus and Hannelie Bezuidenhout, and their two small children on a functional South African cattle & kiwi farm, home to the beautiful Bivane Vallei SA Boerperds – bred and trained in a natural, free-range environment.

- Petrus manages the kiwi orchard and is also an experienced horseman with safari guiding experience and a deep interest in conservation and regenerative agriculture.
- Hannelie is a mom and homemaker with a passion for the SA Boerperd breed. She has extensive experience in horse behaviour, stud management, coaching, and natural horsemanship – and loves sharing this knowledge with guests.

This October brings special seasonal experiences:
🐎 Foaling season – witness the magic of new life and help with gentle early handling
🌿 Bud break in the kiwi orchard – learn about orchard care and seasonal farming tasks
🏞 Exploring new riding trails – help map and test beautiful routes through our hills and valleys

Your accommodation:
🏡 Stay in a shared three-bedroom farm cottage with private bedrooms and shared kitchen and living areas
🍳 The house will be fully stocked with groceries so you can make your own meals at your own pace
🛋 A cozy, comfortable space to relax after a rewarding day on the farm

What’s included:
✨ Hands-on experience with our horses – from training to foal handling
✨ Daily farm life – feeding animals, helping in the orchard, exploring the land.
✨ Seasonal learning opportunities unique to October
✨ Participation in a meaningful community outreach project
✨ A chance to live like a local in one of the country’s most beautiful rural areas
✨ Comfortable, private room stay in a shared farm cottage.
✨ Personally help you with safe logistics for transfers from airport to the farm.

Dates: Starting 10 October 2025
Availability: Only 3 places – first come, first served
📩 Message us today to grab your spot or learn more – adventure awaits!

14/07/2025

A glimpse of the dream; little girls and foals growing up together on a family-run stud farm.
Annri Bezuidenhout loving "her" foals; two years ago and now with BV Jubilee and BV Lara.

26/05/2025

I stumbled upon these two old photos of Jopie, and they stirred up memories that inspired me to share this.

Here he is—Lang-Carel Jopie—first as a weanling, barely a year old, and then just eight months later, standing proudly beside his breeder, the legendary Jan van der Wath of Lang-Carel Stud.

But beyond Jopie’s remarkable transformation, what truly stands out in these images is Oom Jan himself. I can still picture him carefully selecting young horses from the veld, his keen eye spotting potential where others might overlook. His ability to recognize greatness before it fully emerged was nothing short of remarkable. And in Jopie, he was right—this stallion went on to claim two National in-hand championships as a junior and sire multiple title holders, remaining to this day one of our most treasured breeding assets.

This reminds me of another truth: the incredible potential for growth when a young horse is given the right management and care. Just months can make all the difference.

Since Oom Jan’s passing, we continue to miss his wisdom, his guidance, and his unwavering belief in raw potential. But as we eagerly await the arrival of four Jopie foals this summer, I can’t help but wonder—what legacy will they carry forward? Who among them will be the next Jopie?

Edit: Last added photo of Jopie as a 6 year old.