Bucklands Private Game Reserve is located near Grahamstown in the Eastern Cape, and offers a Valentine’s Special for the month of February 2012, which is valid from 1 February to 29 February, at the Bucklands Lodge.

Bucklands Lodge is a beautifully restored historical building with all the necessary modern amenities, and activities on the Reserve include quad biking, game drives, night drives, game walks, fishing, Rock Art Viewing, Swimming in the Fish River.

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Bucklands Lodge offers:

• Valentine’s Special from 1 February to 29 February 2012.
• Fully Inclusive Package – 2 activities per day, brunch, afternoon high tea, 3 course dinner, morning tea (price excludes all drinks).
• Historical Building with modern amenities and solar powered, 4 Double Rooms with en suite Bathrooms, Guest Facilities, Swimming Pool.

Bucklands Private Game Reserve Contact Details:

Contact: Mary-Ann / Iain

Mobile: +27 (0)72 7363 681 || Fax: +27 (0)86 555 3445

Email: info@bucklandsreserve.co.za or reservations@bucklandsreserve.co.za

Website: www.bucklandsreserve.co.za

Physical Address:
Bucklands Private Game Reserve
Grahamstown
Eastern Cape
South Africa

Gwahumbe Reserve is located in a malaria free area in KwaZulu-Natal, and offers catered and self catered accommodation, excellent cuisine, and an exclusive Spa Wellness Centre. Gwahumbe Game and Spa is a private reserve that forms part of the greater Gwahumbe Valley which includes a riverine forest, valley bushveld, plateau grassland and majestic cliffs, and was recognised as a natural heritage site in 1999.

Gwahumbe Game and Spa provides Catered Accommodation, Self Catering, Wellness Centre, Luxury Accommodation, Rustic Bush Camp.

Gwahumbe Reserve facilities:

• Catered Accommodation – B&B, DB&B, Full Board.
• Self Catered Accommodation – RIVERBEND (6 sleeper); EAGLES NEST (6 sleeper); EAGLES NEST (8 sleeper); STONE Chalet 1 (4 sleeper); STONE Chalet 2 (4 sleeper); MZIGI Bush Camp (sleeps 10).
• Wellness Centre.
• Activities – challenging 4 x 4 trails, mountain biking, teambuilding activities, game viewing drives, hiking bird watching.

Gwahumbe Reserve Contact Details:

Tel: +27 031 781 1082

Fax: +27 031 781 1083

Cell: +27 082 347 6536

E-mail: info@gwahumbe.co.za

Website: www.gwahumbe.co.za

Physical Address:
Gwahumbe Reserve Game & Spa
KwaZulu-Natal
South Africa

Briar Lea Lodge is located about 2,5km on the Cobham Nature Reserve Road (D7) near Himeville, KwaZulu-Natal, on an 800ha working farm of cattle, maize, potatoes and beans. The Lodge offers a Farm Environment, Original Homestead, Self Catering, Abundant Birdlife, Fishing, Sani Pass Tours.

Briar Lea Lodge can arrange Sani Pass Trips to enjoy a drink and lunch at the Highest Pub in Africa, in Lesotho (passports essential – no identity documents are accepted).

Briar Lea Lodge accommodation & facilities:

• Accommodation – self-catering, fully equipped and serviced daily.
• Briar Lea Lodge – the original restored homestead, sleeps 15, four en-suite bedrooms and a large 6 bedded room; ideal for informal conferences, team building, club getaways, large families.
• The Loft – quaint cottage, sleeps 6 guests in 3 twin rooms, with a bathroom, lounge / dining room and kitchenette.
• Activities – Tennis, Bird Watching, Private Dam, Bass Fishing, Trout Fishing, Walks, Sani Pass Tours.
• Children Most Welcome.

Briar Lea Lodge Contact Details:

Contact Person: Kerry Venniker

Tel: 033 7021251

Mobile: 084 2450210 / 082 5181550

Website: www.briarlealodge.com

Physical Address:
Briar Lea Lodge
near Himeville
Underberg
Southern Drakensberg
KwaZulu-Natal

Dragon Peaks Mountain Resort is a family owned wilderness estate located in the heart of the Drakensberg Mountains of KwaZulu-Natal, near Cathkin Peak and Champagne Castle. The Resort offers a wide range of self catering accommodation, which includes 4 star graded caravan and camping facilities, log cabins, thatched cottages, and a Mountain Base for up to 123 people.

Dragon Peaks Mountain Resort offers Self Catering Accommodation, Island Wedding Venue, Conference Facilities, Airfield, Holiday Entertainment, Activities.

Dragon Peaks Mountain Resort facilities:

• Accommodation – Luxury Thatch Cottage Number Two (12 Sleeper); Cottage Number Three (8 Sleeper); Cottage Numbers Four and Five (2 Sleeper); Cottage Number Six (6 Sleeper); Thatch Cottages Numbers 7, 8 & 9 Luxury (6 Sleepers); Park House Thatch Cottage (7 Sleeper); Highlands Thatch Cottage (7 Sleeper); Maluti Log Cabins (4 Sleepers); Drakensbergs (4 & 5 sleeper); Plettenbergs (4 Sleeper); Mountain Base (sleeping up to 123 people); Caravan & Camping Sites (8 per site).
• Facilities – Conference Centre, Island Wedding Venue, Dams, Games Room, Playground, Swimming Pool, Outdoor Lapa, Restaurant & Pub, Superette, Airfield.
• Activities – Horse Riding, Scenic Helicopter Flights, Hiking, Abseiling, Fishing, Boating, Mountain Biking, Bird Watching, Swimming, Tennis, TV Lounge, Volleyball, Archery & Holiday Entertainment.

Dragon Peaks Mountain Resort Contact Details:

International Calls: +27 36 468 1031

RSA Calls: 036 468 1031

Email: dpp@dragonpeaks.com

Website: www.dragonpeaks.com

Postal Address:
Dragon Peaks Park
P.O. Box Winterton
3340
Kwazulu-Natal
South Africa

Ferndale Lodge offers 3 star graded accommodation in private rooms and secure wooden chalets, all en-suite and with their own entrances from a patio, in Randburg, Johannesburg. Rooms are all equipped with microwaves, fridges, crockery and cutlery, TV, tea/coffee facilities. There are braai (barbecue) facilities in the beautiful gardens, and a swimming pool.

Ferndale Lodge is close to Randburg CBD, Monte Casino, the Sun Dome, and major Shopping Centres.

Ferndale Lodge facilities:

• English style breakfast buffet served
• Private and secure accommodation
• Secure parking – off street and out of sight
• Wireless Internet Connectivity
• Can accommodate up to 60 people
• School and sports groups Welcome
• Airport transfers (recommendation)
• Credit cards welcome
• Itinerary planning and bookings
• Competitive car hire rates
• Chauffeur services
• Tailor-made tours of Gauteng (recommended)
• Conference facilities – up to 35 delegates

Ferndale Lodge Contact Details:

Contact: Gordon

Telephone:+27(0)11 787-7308

Mobile: +27 (0)82 454-3138

Facsimile: +27(0)86 510-3385

Website: www.ferndalelodge.co.za

Physical Address:
Ferndale Lodge
271 Pine Avenue, Ferndale
Randburg, Johannesburg
Gauteng
South Africa

Steynshoop is situated in the scenic Magaliesberg valley near Hekpoort in Gauteng, about one hour’s drive from Johannesburg and Pretoria, and the estate includes a 50-acre forest. The self-catering lodge with 9 en-suite bedrooms offers a beautiful view of the Magaliesberg mountain range, and borders the Magaliesberg Nature Reserve.

Suites at Steynshoop include The Homestead, The Valley Suite, The Corner Cottage and The Gatehouse Cottages, and facilities include Self Catering Accommodation, En-Suite Bedrooms, Weddings, Functions, Conferencing.

Steynshoop facilities:

• Luxury Self-catering Lodge
• 9 En-suite Bedrooms
• All-weather Floodlit Tennis Court
• Infinity Swimming Pool
• Full-size Billiard Room
• Small Conference Centre
• Ideal Wedding & Small Function Venue

Steynshoop Contact Details:

Email: reservations@steynshoop.co.za

Tel: +27 14 576-1035

Fax: +27 73 696-9717

Website: www.steynshoop.co.za

Physical Address:
Steynshoop
Hekpoort
Magaliesberg Valley
Gauteng
South Africa

Kashan Country House is a full-serviced, luxury lodge set in a tranquil private estate located near Hekpoort in Magaliesberg, Gauteng. This 4 star graded Lodge is situated in a nature reserve and world heritage site, and is about an hour’s drive from Pretoria and Johannesburg.

Kashan Country House offers Luxury Accommodation, Rim-Flow Pool, Pool Terrace, Boma, Wildlife, Bird Watching, WiFi Facilities, Mountain Hikes, Archery, and more.

Kashan Country House facilities:

• Activities – Swimming, Tennis, Croquet, Boule, Billiards Snooker, Archery, Walking, Hiking, Wildlife, Bird Watching, Sunday Lunches.
• Facilities – 9 Luxury Rooms, WiFi, Library, TV Lounge, Film Library, Conference Room.
• Nearby Attractions – Mountain biking, Hartebeespoort Dam, Hot Air Ballooning, Sterkfontein caves / Cradle of Man, Pilansberg Game Reserve (Big 5), Sun City & Lost City.

Kashan Country House Contact Details:

Email: reservations@kashanhouse.co.za

Tel: +27 14 576-1035

Mobile: +27 73 696-9717

Website: www.kashanhouse.co.za

Physical Address:
Kashan Country House
Portion 1 of Farm Steynshoop 456JQ
Hekpoort, Magaliesberg
Gauteng, 2800
South Africa

Hoogland Health Hydro was established in 1977, is situated on a private game reserve, and focuses on health, wellness and fitness programmes to effectively manage the stress of modern day living.

Hoogland Health Hydro is a 3 star graded health and wellness facility that offers various hydro facilities and treatments, body and face therapies, diet programmes, health lectures and exercises to enable guests to achieve a higher quality of life.

Hoogland Health Hydro facilities:

• Jet Pool and Jacuzzi’s open 24 hours a day.
• Other facilities with supervision, available between 07h00 and 21h00.
• Hydro Therapies – swimming pool, water jet pool, cold pool, outdoor & indoor jacuzzi’s, saunas, steam rooms, steam cabinets and sitz baths.
• Hydro guests enjoy exclusive use of Game Reserve.
• Dr Andre Kruger – Medical Doctor and Director of Hoogland, assessments and daily monitoring.
• Vuyo Mellet – Personal Trainer, Pilates Instructor, Tai Chi Instructor, Holistic & Sports Massage Therapist.
• Packages, Additional Treatments, Skincare.

Hoogland Health Hydro Contact Details:

Tel: +27 (0)12 380 4000

Fax: +27 (0)12 380 4011

Cell: 082 9089210 / 082 883 0924

Email: hydro@hoogland.co.za

Website: www.hoogland.co.za

Physical Address:
Hoogland Health Hydro
near Pretoria & Johannesburg
Gauteng
South Africa

Monkeybay Backpackers is a tastefully decorated lodge located near the main beach in the heart of Ballito Village, along the Dolphin Coast, KwaZulu-Natal. The area offers some of the best surfing on the North Coast, as well as a relaxed atmosphere and a selection of restaurants and coffee shops.

Monkeybay supports various charities, such as the Vervet Monkey program as well as the Aids Orphans program, by inviting children from the program to spend a weekend at Monkey Bay and teach them to surf.

Monkeybay Backpackers Rates for 2011:

• 4 to 6 Sleeper Dorm – R150 per person
• 12 to 14 Sleeper Dorm – R120 per person
• Double Room – R350 per room
• Twin Room – R350 per room
• Campsite – R80 per person
• Kitted Tents – R100 per person
• Contact Monkeybay Backpackers for Peak Season Rates
• Airport Shuttle    – R200
• Surf Board Rentals – R150 per day
• Surf Lessons – R200 for 1 hour
• Durban Surf Package R500, Half Day
• Surf Durban waves – guaranteed to stand up
• Specials – Stay 3 Nights and get free use of Surf Boards

Ballito Adventures:

• Surfing – some of the best surfing on the North Coast (Salmon Bay, Clark Bay, Willard’s Beach, Thompson Bay, Salt Rock and Tiffany’s).
• Ballito Beaches – beaches protected by shark nets, tidal pools.
• Beach Front Promenade – meanders along the coast line for 2.5 km.
• Cage Diving – Blacktip Sharks, Dusky Sharks and Spinner Sharks.
• Dolphin and Whale Watching – Humpback and Southern Rights Whales can be seen from the shore and for a closer look at the dolphins, you can take a tour.
• Quad Biking – breathtaking off-road ride across four private sugar estates, suitable for all level of riders.
• Kitesurfing – lessons to improve your skills.
• Fishing – Deep Sea Fishing Charters.

Monkeybay Backpackers Contact Details:

Contact Person: Michael Dempsey

Tel: +27 71 348 1278

Email: marketing@monkeybaybackpackers.co.za

Website: www.monkeybaybackpackers.co.za

Physical Address:
Monkeybay Backpackers
9c Jack Powell Road.
Ballito, Dolphin Coast
KwaZulu Natal,
South Africa, 4420

Tsitsikamma Lodge and Spa offers 3 star leisure accommodation in unique, freestanding wooden cabins with breathtaking mountain or forest views, and is situated 8 km east of Storms River Bridge, on the Garden Route, Eastern Cape.

Tsitsikamma Lodge and Spa activities and facilities include Nature Trails, Restaurant and Bar, Internet Cafe, Swimming Pool.

Tsitsikamma Lodge and Spa facilities:

• Gardenette Cabin – Double bed, Open-plan setting, En-suite bathroom with spa-bath, shower & toilet.
• Garden Cabin – 1 x double bed & 1 x single bed downstairs with Upstairs loft bedroom with 2 x Twin beds for children, En-suite bathroom with spa-bath, shower & toilet.
• Luxury Cabin -  Double volume cabin, Loft bedroom double bedded, Single bed downstairs, Spacious downstairs interior, Sunken lounge with fireplace, En-suite bathroom with spa-bath, shower & toilet.
• De-Lux Honeymoon Cabin – Queen sized bed, Lounge with fireplace, En-suite bathroom with spa-bath, shower, toilet, heated towel rails.

River Hotels Administration Contact Details:

CENTRAL RESERVATIONS:

South Africa: 0861 RiverH (748374)

International: +27 46 624 8525 (tel)

Fax: +27 46 624 8529 (fax)

Email: reservations@riverhotels.co.za

Website: www.riverhotels.co.za

Physical Address:
Tsitsikamma Lodge and Spa
Storms River
Garden Route
Eastern Cape
South Africa

Postal Address:
River Hotels Administration Office
44 Park Road
Port Alfred
6170
South Africa