Okhahlamba Drakensberg Tourism

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PalmSwift B&B is in the picturesque village of Winterton, which is situated in the Central Drakensberg area. It is called the PalmSwift Guesthouse as there is an enormous palm at the entrance of the house in which these particular swifts nest. The first thing people comment on, on entering the property is the incredible number of trees and their amazing size. Although the garden does not have many flowering plants and shrubs at the moment, the greenery and shade provide an atmosphere of tranquility and the feeling of being out in the country

The house is large and has 3 bedrooms available at the moment. The Blue Room has 2 single beds, a small sitting room looking onto a section of the garden and its own bathroom with a bath, shower, toilet and basin. The Green Room has a queen bed and a small sitting room. It also has it s own outside entrance. The Peach room has 2 single beds and is spacious. The Green and Peach rooms share a bathroom that has a shower, toilet and basin. At present, none of the bedrooms have their own TV or radio. The rooms are colourful but simply and tastefully furnished.

Laundry can be done by arrangement. Braai ( barbeque ) facilities are available it you don t want to eat out, with crockery and cutlery available for your use. Or use the microwave or stove to warm a take-away. Being in the Central Drakensberg area we are perfectly situated for a variety of tourist sights, historical sights as well as sporting facilities. Spionkop Nature reserve and Dam, the Boer War Battlefields, museums, excellent golf courses, river rafting, off road karting, quad biking, hiking and many other facilities are all within 15 to 30 minutes from our guesthouse. There are also many other interesting drives and sights further away that provide interesting day-outings. These include sights and activities in the Northern Drakensberg and the Midlands of KwaZulu Natal.

Web – Tel 036 468 5555 – Fax 036 468 1234

The Berghouse

The Berg House is situated 3 hours from Johannesburg and Durban. These self catering and B&B cottages are located on the Oliviershoek Pass, overlooking the “Amphitheatre”, high escarpment and “Little Drakensberg”. Our property is situated on 1600 acre’s with 7km’s of river frontage.

The cottages are comfortable, fully equipped, with open plan lounge/kitchen areas, 2 bathrooms in each, 4 bedrooms per unit, a log fire place in each with wood provided. These cottages are built from sandstone and thatch gathered from the property. Linen is provided on the bed. The cottages are serviced daily.

Numerous activities on site such as horse riding from 1..3 hours, hiking, 4×4 trails, mountain biking, birding, trout and yellowfish in dams and river, full moon night rides, golf at 2 courses nearby, houseboat rides, Royal Natal National park, Tugela Vaal Hydro electric Power Station.

Email – Tel 036 438 6707 – Fax 036 438 6707

The Ledges Guest Farm

The Ledges is a guest farm situated amongst the breathtaking mountains in the Northern Drakensburg with spectacular views of Cannibal Cave and Sugar Loaf and a river running just below the accommodation.

The Ledges caters for a variety of needs. The farmhouse and other self-catering cabins are fully equipped and furnished with antiques.

The farmhouse can accommodate seven to eight people and has a large veranda with a thatch lapa for braais, the other cabins can accommodate four and three people respectively. Our wooden bed and breakfast cabins can accommodate two people each and have en suite bathrooms.

Web – Email – Tel 036 438 6022 – Fax 036 438 6022

The Swallows Nest B&B

The Swallow’s Nest is an attractive Guest House with a garden cottage set in landscaped gardens on the outskirts of Winterton village opposite the Country Club.

The Swallow’s Nest offers close proximity to the Central and Northern Drakensberg resorts.

Durban is a 2½ hour drive and Johannesburg 3½ hours It is an an ideal halfway stop when travelling to or from Durban.

Swallows Nest is fifteen minutes away from Spioenkop Dam, with its nature reserve featuring many different bird species and game, horse riding and water sports.

Tours can be arranged to the Tugela/Vaal Hydro Electric scheme on the Tugela River.

During day trips to the berg resorts, guests may take in the breathtaking scenery, hike in the mountains, make use of the three golf courses in the area, or cast for trout in the rivers or at the Cathedral Peak Trout Hatchery.

Email – Tel 036 488 1009 – Fax 036 488 1009

Tower of Pizza

Visit this famous landmark and experience traditional farmstyle hospitality in close proximity to all major attractions in the Amphitheatre valley, Northern Drakensberg. Artistic and off beat decor complement the tranquil and natural beauty of the area.

Other Italian foods are also available along with our famous wood burning oven pizzas, that are freshly made on order from our closely guarded family recipe.

Tower of Pizza is situated on a working grain farm in the Amphitheatre valley in the Northern Drakensberg.

Tower of Pizza has its origin in an unused grain silo, which with the addition of a traditional wood burning pizza oven became a pizzeria. This quickly became a popular meeting place for both the local people and tourists and has grown into a landmark in the area. It is even used as a halfway meeting point for people traveling between Durban and Johannesburg.

Web – Email – Tel 036 438 6480 – Fax 036 438 6480

Tozers B&B

Tozer’s B & B is situated in the beautiful village of Bergville , set against the backdrop of the majestic uKhahlamba Drakensberg mountains (Recently announced as a World Heritage Site).

We are centrally situated for day trips to Northern & Central Drakensberg approximately 30 min from all the popular “Berg” attractions. The B&B is halfway between Durban and Johannesburg.

Enjoy the peace and tranquility of our accommodation. We serve full English breakfast and our rooms are tastefully furnished, offering all modern conveniences, including TV. There is also an enclosed swimming pool where you can relax at your leisure. We offer off street parking and a private braai area.

Tel 036 448 1053 – Fax 036 448 1561

Tugela Falls B&B

Tugela Falls B&B is a Traditional Style Farm House situated in the foothills of the Drakensberg Mountains in Kwazulu Natal. A few hectares away from the Amphitheatre Royal Natal National Park – a World Heritage Site.

Owner Eunice is on hand to offer the best hospitality in this Traditional Style Farm House surrounded by great mountain views.

The guests can relax and enjoy the cool fresh air from the Tugela waterfalls. Tugela Falls B&B offers three cosy rooms with en-suites and wake up to an excellent breakfast with breath taking mountain views and surrounding valleys.

Web – Email – Tel: 082 315 7759