Cathedral Peak - Drakensberg

A first class and friendly resort set in the towering Drakensburg Mountains, half way between Durban and Johannesburg and close to the Lesotho border.

There are 15 or more self guided trails from the lodge - from a half hour stroll to a one day climb to the Peak - and a host of other activities, including horse riding, bird watching and golf. You can even take a scenic helicopter flight which is arranged and paid for locally. Or simply relax and enjoy the view from your sunbed by the pool in Cathedral Peak’s landscaped gardens.

Accommodation - All rooms have television, heating, fan, tea and coffee making facilities, verandah or balcony.

Facilities - Restaurant, lounge and bar, fitness centre, games room, swimming pool and gift shop. Activities include fishing, horse riding, tennis, archery, bowls, golf, mountain walks or hikes.

The Royal Country Inn – Battlefields

Situated in the quaint little town of Dundee which is approximately halfway between Johannesburg and Durban and approximately 45 minutes drive from the KwaZulu-Natal battlefields.

The Inn offers a distinct old world charm, the walls of the lounge are covered with interesting memorabilia. After a day sightseeing relax with a home cooked dinner and a few drinks in the famous Garrulous Griffin Pub which is dedicated to the 24th Welsh Regiment, who fought valiantly at the battle of Rorke’s Drift.

Accommodation - The comfortable rooms all have television, tea and coffee making facilities and some are named after recipients of the Victoria Cross at the battle of Rorke’s Drift. The downstairs rooms have beautifully preserved pressed iron ceilings and they open out onto the garden courtyard, while the upstairs rooms have little balconies overlooking the surrounding area.

Facilities - You will find a dining room, lounge, pub and shady courtyard to relax and enjoy the sunshine. Full day guided Battlefields tour £169.

Isandlwana Lodge - Battlefields

The charming lodge sits right at the edge of the Isandlwana Plain and enjoys views right over the battlefields. The beautiful setting is in complete contrast to the bloody encounters which took place in Zululand a little over 100 years ago.

This fascinating history is brought to life by the lodge’s resident historian. After touring the battlefields relax and enjoy your surroundings and soak up the atmosphere.

Accommodation – The rooms have beautiful views over the countryside and are attractively furnished with tea and coffee making facilities and private balcony.

Facilities – There is a restaurant, bar, lounge, gift shop and you can take part in guided walks and cultural activities.

Amazulu Lodge - St Lucia

A small and personal guest house hotel in the centre of St Lucia and close to the entrance to the Wetlands National Park and beaches. The thatched African style rooms are set around a well kept garden and pool. With Hluhluwe National Park, the Wetlands and estuary nearby, there’s plenty to do in the area, or simply laze beside the Indian Ocean on St Lucia’s perfect beach.

Accommodation 
The spacious African style guest rooms have a private terrace facing on to the garden and pool area, air conditioning and TV.

Facilities 
Swimming pool, gardens, breakfast room and honesty bar.
 

Elephant Lake Hotel - St Lucia

This friendly local hotel is set amongst shops and restaurants of St Lucia, with delightful gardens that run down to the river - great for relaxing by the outdoor pool, but watch out for the hippos at night!

Elephant Lake is ideal for a few days by the beach and for exploring the Hluhluwe or St Lucia Wetlands National Parks nearby. Both can be accessed in your own car or on an organised safari, estuary cruises and even horse rides can all be booked at the reception.

Accommodation  - The bright and welcoming hotel rooms have furnished balconies overlooking the St Lucia Estuary. All are air conditioned with television, tea and coffee making facilities.

Facilities - Restaurant and bar, both with terrace, pleasant garden with pool.
 

Thanda - Tented Camp

In the North East of Kwazulu-Natal, not far from Hluhuwe, lies the 14000ha private game reserve of Thanda. Once marginal grazing land, this beautiful hilly landscape has been turned into a thriving game reserve where the big 5 now roam. Game drives are accompanied by expert trackers who ensure the best animal sightings – perhaps a pack of wild dogs, the endangered black rhino or a cheetah to name a few!

Game activities include

• Morning and evening game drives
• Bush Walks
• Star gazing
• Wildlife lectures

Thanda - Main Lodge

Bayete Zulu Game Lodge - Hluhluwe

This charming lodge is located in Zululand Rhino Reserve just 3 hours drive from Durban and around 30 minutes north of Hluhluwe National Park.  Take game drives around the reserve with a qualified ranger who will help you spot buffalo, hippo, rhino and various antelope species.

Don’t miss the elephant and rhino interaction it’s definitely a highlight of a stay here. In between drives relax and enjoy the attractive swimming pool and in the evenings enjoy fantastic home cooked food in the boma whilst swapping tales of your adventures with your fellow travellers.

Accommodation - All rooms are air conditioned and have ceiling fan, minibar and safe as well as fantastic bathrooms with sunken baths and open showers.

Facilities - There is a kids club, swimming pool, Jacuzzi, gym, lounge, bar, outdoor dining room, boma and a viewing deck. Activities include game drives, bird watching, elephant and rhino interaction.

Rocktail Beach Camp - Elephant Coast

Set on the Indian Ocean and around 5 hours drive north of Durban the camp is surrounded by protected wilderness - where the world heritage site of St Lucia Wetlands Park meets the warm azure waters of the Maputaland Marine reserve. This is an area of remote unspoilt beaches, world class diving and abundant wildlife. 

A leisurely 15 minute stroll from the beach, the camp is tucked away amongst coastal forest and sand dunes. On land experience prolific bird life, hippos and antelope whilst in the sea you will find huge shoals of fish, dolphin and whales. In season (Oct-Mar) the area also plays host to turtles who come ashore to lay their eggs.

Accommodation - The 17 part tented rooms have ceiling fans, ensuite facilities including an ‘open feel’ indoor shower and safe. Mosquito coils and repellent are also provided.

Facilities - Dining room, lounge and swimming pool. An activities package can be booked locally which includes guided beach walks, snorkelling and cultural visits.
 

Getting to Rocktail Beach Camp

The most straightforward and economical way to reach the camp is with your own self drive vehicle and the driving distances are as follows;

•    7 ½  hrs from Johannesburg
•    5 hrs from Durban
•    3 ½  hrs from Richards Bay Airport

Visitors in non 4wd vehicles can park at Coastal Cashews, a secure car park and pick up point. From here there are regular transfers for the 45 minute journey to Rocktail Beach Camp. The last transfer of is at 16.00. All timings are approximate