Historic Giant's Castle Game Reserve, home of the eland and the majestic bearded vulture, lies in the Central Berg region of the Ukhahlamba Drakensberg Park, a World Heritage Site.
Giant's Castle camp is situated on a gassy plateau among the deep valleys running down from the face of the High Drakensberg, offering glorious views for hikers and mountain climbers.
Giant's Castle Game Reserve takes its name from the silhouette of the peaks and escarpment that resemble the profile of a sleeping giant.
Eland antelope and chacma baboons are commonly seen. Mountain Reedbuck are occassionally spotted. There is a "Vulture Restaurant" where one may watch the Bearded Vulture [Lammergeyer] as well as other raptors.
Superb rock art is high among its special attractions. Visit the Main Caves Museum for an insight into the past life of the San People.
The magnificent views and mountainous backdrops makes Giants Castle an ideal and unique venue for the smaller wedding (up to 80 guests). Rock Lodge is now a mini conference and wellness centre as well as a wedding venue.
Izimbali restaurant and bar provides guests with the option of fully catered meals in its warm and relaxed atmosphere.
Rooms:
* 36x two-bed Chalets with ensuite facilities, a lounge/dining area and fully equipped kitchens;
* 4x four-bed Chalets with two bedrooms, a bathroom, a lounge/dining area and a fully equipped kitchen;
* 3x six-bed Chalets featuring three bedrooms, one bathroom(separate toilet), a lounge/dining area and a fully equipped kitchen.
All units are equipped with satellite TV.
Everything is provided and visitors must only bring own provisions or use the restaurant facilities.
Unit number 8, known as "Bride's Bush" has a double bed, a very private setting with a lovely view of the mountains which makes it an ideal honeymoon suite.
Activities:
- 15 kilometers of Trout fishing river
- Walking & Hiking Trails- High altitude guided trails by special arrangement.
- Guided cultural tours to local amaHlubi community.
- Cultural Zulu dance and song events.
- Champagne breakfasts, barbeques & Sundowners at the Lammergeyer hide (vulture restaurant)
- Main Cave San rock art shelter with over 450 rock art paintings.
- Special Braai evenings at the Rock Lodge ( when not in use for conferences)
- Organized trips to Kamberg Pass Shelter, regarded as one of finest - rock art shelters in the world.
- Mountain Biking
How to get there:
See Map Visitors from the north turn off the N3 into Estcourt. At the intersection of Conner and Lorne streets turn on to the Ntabamhlope road and follow the signs to Giants Castle.
Visitors from the south turn off the N3 into Mooi River, go through the town and follow the Giants Castle signs to the reserve 64 kms away.
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