On-site Self-Guided Experiences

At a beautiful look-out towards the Drakensberg Mountains & Spioenkop dam. Arrange at afternoon tea with service staff or reception.

The multitude of Africana, Natural history, political & inspirational biographies in the library.

Mats are available at the reception should you wish to do your own vinyasa in the privacy of your room or out on the viewing deck surrounded by nature.

This diversity of habitat is reflected in the 280 bird species found within walking distance of your accommodation. 25km of well-marked trails are available for guests to enjoy on their own steam or with the assistance of guide. Binoculars, bird baths, resting benches & a library of reference books add to your avian experience. Winter months are awash with the bright orange flowers of the Aloe spectabilis, which attract a vast selection of nectar & insect-feeding birds, all slightly disguised with orange faces from the pollen! Specials at this time of the year are Gurney’s Sugarbird & the Malachite Sunbird. Summer months  attract numerous migrants, of which the many cuckoo and widow species are of special interest.

Specials that are seen regularly include Fiscal Flycatcher, White-Bellied Korhaan, Buff-streaked Chat, Layard’s Tit-babbler, Blue Crane, Cape Vulture.

Within an hour’s drive one can visit nearby birding hotspots, such as Ingula Nature Reserve and Maloti Drakensberg Park. Maps & delicious picnic lunches on offer from the lodge.