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DescriptionGiant's Castle Game Reserve in the central region of the uKhahlamba Drakensberg Park takes its name from the silhouette of the peaks and escarpment that resemble the profile of a sleeping giant. Wild flowers of the Drakensberg is the design theme of Giant's Castle Camp and Rock Lodge and original botanical paintings feature in all the chalets and lodge buildings. The camp has 37 two-bed-chalets with en-suite facilities, a lounge/dining area and fully appointed kitchens; 3 four-bed chalets with two bedrooms, a bathroom, a lounge/dining area and a fully equipped kitchen; and 3 six-bed chalets featuring three bedrooms, one bathroom(seperate toilet), a lounge/dining area and a fully appointed kitchen. 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. All units are equiped with satellite TV. Rock Lodge is now a mini conference and wellness centre which also offers avariety of activities and tours as well as a wedding venue. Run in partnership with KZN Wildlife it makes a wonderful addition to the peace and tranquility of the wildflower garden that is Giant`s Camp. A perfect place to get rid of your stress and recharge your batteries. Izimbali restaurant and bar provides guests with the option of fully catered meals in its warm and relaxed atmosphere. A vulture hide allows unique birding in winter inclusively from May to September and the Main Caves Museum gives an insight into the past life of the San People. 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. Superb rock art is high among its special attractions. The renowned vulture restaurant is open in winter for visitors to watch bearded vultures and other endangered species feeding.Visit the Main Caves Museum for fascinating insight into the past lifestyle of the San people. Accommodation Giant's Castle Game Reserve in the central region of the uKhahlamba Drakensberg Park takes its name from the silhouette of the peaks and escarpment that resemble the profile of a sleeping giant. Wild flowers of the Drakensberg is the design theme of Giant's Castle Camp and Rock Lodge and original botanical paintings feature in all the chalets and lodge buildings. The camp has 37 two-bed-chalets with en-suite facilities, a lounge/dining area and fully appointed kitchens; 3 four-bed chalets with two bedrooms, a bathroom, a lounge/dining area and a fully equipped kitchen; and 3 six-bed chalets featuring three bedrooms, one bathroom(seperate toilet), a lounge/dining area and a fully appointed kitchen. 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. All units are equiped with satellite TV. Rock Lodge is now a mini conference centre as well as a wedding venue. Run in partnership with KZN Wildlife it makes a wonderful addition to the peace and tranquility of the wildflower garden that is Giant`s Camp. A perfect place to get rid of your stress and recharge your batteries.
FacilitiesRestaurant & Bar Izimbali restaurant and bar provides guests with the option of fully catered meals in its warm and relaxed atmosphere. Conference Situated in the heart of the only "Game Reserve" in Natal outside of Zululand, the Rock Lodge Conference Center is one of the most unique conference centers in the country. It is a magnificent lodge built into a hillside over looking the Bushmans River with Giants Castle as a backdrop. The lodge incorporates the surrounding freestanding natural rock into its conference lounge wall.Designed primarily to accommodate smaller conference groups of around 30 delegates in a horse shoe layout, the center can accommodate 60 delegates seated cinema style. Accommodation at Giants Castle can accommodate up to 120 people, and special rates are offered to organizations that take advantage of our "off" season May, June, and July period. This executive conference & events centre is designed for “smaller” groups such as a board of directors - middle & upper management teams or for companies desiring a unique location to host their conferences - entertain their corporate guests or for an exciting team building location or exotic wedding location. CAPACITY EQUIPMENT FACILITIES AT GIANT’S CASTLE CATERING REQUIRMENTS VENUE DETAILS GENERAL INFORMATION Rock Lodge is jointly managed by Entabeni Communications and KZN Wildlife. Our professional and motivated team will make every effort to ensure that any wedding, meeting or conference held at the Lodge will be a memorable event.
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The Main Caves Museum is situated a 1.5 km walk from the Resort. A guided interpretation of the museum is available from the entrance every hour on the hour between 09:00 and 15:00.
The “round trip” to and from the Resort takes 2.5 - 3 hours. The visit may be booked and paid for in advance, direct with the Resort, or on arrival.
FURTHER INFORMATION ON GIANT’S CASTLE:
1. There are 15 km of pristine fly-fishing river (brown trout) and a limited number of rods are available for hire from the Resort Office. 2. The area is rich in bird life, including Lammergeyer (bearded vulture), Cape Vulture, Black Eagle, Jackal Buzzard and Lanner Falcon. The Lammergeyer Hide should be booked direct with the resort. 3. Numerous self-guided walks between 1 and 5 ½ hours can be enjoyed. Natural pools ideal for swimming. 4. Giant’s Castle is situated 48 km from Nottingham Road, 64 km from Mooi River (N3) and the route is tarred all the way, 218 km from Durban and 471 km from Johannesburg. 5. Entrance gates to the Reserve open and close at the following times:-
Summer (1 October - 31 March): 05:00 - 19:00 Winter (1 April - 30 September): 06:00 - 18:00 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
