Rock Lodge
Game Lodges & Resorts
accommodation
uKhahlamba-Drakensberg Park
Kwazulu-Natal
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Accommodation Venue - Rock Lodge
( Game Lodges & Resorts Accommodation in uKhahlamba-Drakensberg
Park / Kwazulu-Natal / South Africa
Rock Lodge is situated within the scenic mountain
wonderland of Giant's Castle Game Reserve and boasts magnificent
uninterrupted views of the slumbering giant and great wall of
the Drakensberg mountains. Giant's Castle takes its name from
the massive ramparts of rock rising above the lodge - the silhouette
of the peaks and escarpment against the sky resemble the profile
of a sleeping giant. The lodge includes a sumptuous lounge with
satellite television, dining room and kitchen. This is the ideal
place for those wanting to enjoy a sense of secluded privacy in
the midst of scenic mountain splendour. The moody mountain peaks,
often wreathed in cloud and mist in the heat of a summer's day
are transformed in winter, where they stand etched against the
blue African sky, with peaks often covered in a thick mantle of
snow.The lodge itself boasts three sumptuous en-suite bedrooms,
one of which is built around a massive rock which takes centre
stage, an opulent lounge and dining room with doors that open
onto exquisite vistas of the encircling mountains. A unique vulture
hide allows visitors to watch the bearded vulture and other endangered
raptor species feeding during the winter months, and the Main
Caves have magnificent San rock art panels, providing a glimpse
into the lives of these vanished people. Fly fishing is a very
popular activity at Giant's Castle where fishermen are invited
to enjoy 15 kilometers of superb trout waters, while hikers can
undertake overnight trails and day walks and birders can look
out for the over 170 recorded birds species in the reserve.A resident
cook prepares excellent meals with food supplied by the guests.
A Alternatively a fully catered option is available either at
the restaurant or at the lodge.
Activities
PREHISTORIC ROCK ART:
There is a large sandstone cave containing prehistoric San rock
art. This is one of the biggest and best preserved painted sites
in southern Africa. This cave is an easy 30 minute walk from the
camp office and regular guided tours are taken through this unique
exhibition from 09h00 to 15h00 daily for a small fee.
DAY WALKS:
There is a variety of self guided day walks through the lower
parts of the park throughout the year, weather permitting. Routes
are available from the camp office.
BIRD WATCHING :
Over 170 known species of birds, including many raptors such as
Bearded Vulture and Black Eagle
THE LAMMERGEYER HIDE:
Offers excellent viewing of raptors from May to September
HIKING AND CAMPING:
Throughout the year. Overnight hiking is suitable for experienced
hikers. Tents are only permitted above the contour line, out of
sight of the main hutted camp.
TROUT FISHING:
In the streams along the Bushman's River; in season only [closed
season 1 June to 31 August].
SWIMMING:
Limited to parts of the Bushman's River below the drinking water
in-take for Giants Camp. [Summer months only!]
GAME VIEWING:
Mainly Eland and other species of antelope, baboons, also some
smaller mammals such as rock hyrax(dassie)and serval. Best sightings
are in the winter months, but good throughout the year.
ICE CLIMBING:
Limited Ice climbing during the winter months only
MOUNTAIN BIKING:
Mountain bikes are only allowed on the 75 kilometre Mountain Bike
Challenge route.
This is held annually on the last Sunday in April.
RELAXING:
Excellent opportunities throughout the year, irrespective of weather,
particularly in the comfortable rest camp.
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Game Lodges & Resorts Accommodation in uKhahlamba-Drakensberg
Park / Kwazulu-Natal / South Africa )
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