Archives for the 'Regions' Category
Sungubala Mountain Camp
Friday, August 19th, 2011
Sungubala is a Bush Camp situated in the Northern Drakensberg. It is situated on 500ha of pristine wilderness directly below the peaks of Hlolela and Sungubala (7000ft), just north of Royal Natal National Park.
Surrounding the farm is approximately 30 000 to 40 000ha of conserved wilderness and mountain environment, to which we have access. The camp fills the space between the clutter of camping and the hum drum of even the simplest hotel or resort.
The Berg House
Wednesday, October 14th, 2009
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.
The Bridge Lodge
Thursday, July 14th, 2011
The Bridge Lodge
Situated in the Lovely tourist town of Winterton, central for business travellers.
Close to all the resorts and activities, this hotel offers relaxing accommodation and good food.
Pub and restaurant on premises. Cater for small functions. Halfway between Gauteng and Durban.
The Homestead
Friday, August 19th, 2011
The Village of Geluksburg was first conceived in 1908 but before it could be proclaimed the 1914-18 war forced its abandonment. The idea of a village was resurrected in the 1930′s but the outbreak of the 1939-45 war again saw its abandonment.
The Ledges
Thursday, October 29th, 2009
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.
The Nest Hotel
Friday, August 19th, 2011
The Nest
The Nest is the oldest and most well-known of all the Berg resorts in the Natal Drakensberg. Celebrating its 70 th year of welcoming guests in 2003, The Nest has a strong following of guests who make a point of coming year after year, returning to this most special place of comfort, wonder and beauty.
The Nest offers award winning food, spectacular gardens, wonderful facilities, relaxing accommodation, friendly staff and exquisite views over the Ukhahlamba Drakensberg World Heritage Site together with the availability of just about all leisure and sporting facilities imaginable.
It must be this combination that make The Nest a unique and much loved destination for so many tourists, families, bowlers and many more from far flung places.
The Oaks Supermarket Gifts and Crafts
Monday, July 11th, 2011
The Oaks Supermarket Gifts and Crafts is situated below the Drakensberg Boys Choir School at the entrance of Dragon Peaks Mountain Resort. It is the starting point of guided walks, where maps, books, campingfood, freezer-space, A.T.M., and fuel is available .
Guides, information & resources…
Here is where you meet guides (by appointment):
Alpheus
Phone: 083-753 2842
Steven
Phone: 083-583 3966
Brighton
Phone: 082-216 9974/072-538 1331
They can take you to among other places: 1) Historic Bushmen Paintings 2) Ancient Yellowwood Tree 604 years old 3) Early Voortrekkers Yellowwood Sawpits 4) Moonies Natural Pool And other.
Email: nlanham {at} lantic(.)net
Tel: 082 500 5491
The Swallow’s Nest
Wednesday, October 14th, 2009
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.
Tower of Pizza
Friday, August 19th, 2011
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.
Tozer’s B&B
Wednesday, July 13th, 2011
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.