DescriptionDrakensberg Mountain Range is the most majestic in South Africa and is the longest mountain range in the country, running for hundreds of kilometres and reaching a width of 150 kilometres in places. In the foothills of the scenic Southern Drakensberg which forms part of the uKhahlamba World Heritage Site is Drakensberg Gardens Golf and Leisure Resort, only 2 1/2 hr. drive from Durban. The resort is conveniently located allowing access to spectacular walks and hikes - the most strenuous being a nine hour hike up the Rhino Horn 3000 metres above sea level. With the beautiful mountains as your backdrop, play golf on the competition status 18 hole golf course at the Resort or take part in many other sports and activities on offer including bowls, canoeing, tennis, squash and putt-putt. The unique combination of family facilities, which includes a mini farmyard for the children, makes this resort an ideal family holiday Drakensberg Gardens Golf & Leisure Resort boasts 4 magnificent conference venues, the largest seating 200 delegates. Tailor made evenings can easily be arranged by the hotel to suit your conference requirements. Located on a scenic 860 acre estate, on world heritage site in the heart of the Southern Drakensberg, Drakensberg Gardens Golf & Spa Resort offers guests a tranquil setting to relax and unwind.All accommodation is spacious and comfortable, offering a choice of contemporary rooms or thatched bungalows. All rooms have a private bathroom, television, telephone, tea/coffee making facilities and heaters. The Deluxe Rooms also include under floor heating for those cold winter days. Dining options include The Eagles Roost (buffet), The Bistro (a ‘la carte), The Bergview Restaurant & Bar (a ’la carte), VineKnot Restaurant (Table d'Hote) and the Glengarry Country Club Restaurant & Bar (light meals). A lounge and two additional bars are also available in the main hotel. A variety of recreational activities are available on the resort such as the ONLY 18 hole golf course in the Southern Berg, tennis, bowls, volleyball, badminton, fishing, horse riding and squash. A recent addition is the Wellness Centre which consists of a sauna and plunge pool, two jacuzzis, two steam rooms, a 24 jet hydrotherapy bath (heated) as well as a fully equipped gym with cardiovascular circuit, weight training and juice bar. The Wellness Centre also includes the Body and Soul Spa which offers 5 treatment rooms (booking is essential). The resort also offers two fully equipped conference / function venues with a maximum seating capacity of 200 delegates. Drakensberg Gardens Golf & Spa Resort holds a 3-star rating by the Tourism Grading Council and is part of Gooderson Leisure. ACCOMMODATION: 83 Guest Rooms, 1 Double paraplegic (48 Twins / 14 Family Rooms / 8 Doubles / 12 Deluxe Kingsize). LOCATION: Southern Drakensberg, 240 km from Durban, 34 km from Underberg.Rates
DirectionsDirections from Durban: • Take the N3 past Pietermaritzburg. • Just before Howick take the off ramp to the left marked “Underberg/Bulwer R617.” • Follow the signs to Bulwer on the R617 all the way to Underberg. • Go through the town of Underberg, you will pass the Country Club on your right. • ± 4km outside Underberg you will see a large signboard indicating a “right turn” to Drakensberg Gardens Resort. • Follow the 29km tarred road until you arrive at the Hotel. • The journey takes approximately two and a half hours. Directions from Johannesburg: • Take the N3 to Pietermaritzburg. • Just after Howick take the off ramp to the left marked “Underberg/Bulwer R617.” • Follow the signs to Bulwer on the R617 all the way to Underberg. • Go through the town of Underberg, you will pass the Country Club on your right. • ± 4km outside Underberg you will see a large signboard indicating a “right turn” to Drakensberg Gardens Resort. • Follow the 29km tarred road until you will arrive at the Hotel. • The journey takes approximately six and a half hours. | ||||||||||||||||
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