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Giants Cup Wilderness Reserve is a property for self catering in Underberg for tourists visiting the Drakensberg region.
Giants Cup Wilderness Reserve, the premier wild-trout fly fishing destination in Southern Africa, is a registered site of Conservation Significance (site no 49). Home to prolific wildlife and waterfowl, the resrve has been called "one of the most beautiful fly-fishing destinations on the planet" (R. Kirby).
With the Umzimkulwana river and a lake full of wild-spawning rainbow and brown trout, Giants Cup Wilderness sets the standard for authentic wilderness angling in spectacular mountain scenery. It is a birders and hikers paradise. There are more than 106 identified rock-art sites in the sandstone layer in the surrounding Drakensberg wilderness.
Giants Cup Wilderness Reserve offers exceptional comfort and privacy in an unspoiled mountain wilderness. The lodging is well-appointed but without a TV, radio or telephones. Cell phone reception varies from good to poor.
Please see the individual unit descriptions with photographs below, to assist you with your choice.
The reserve is situated just outside Underberg in the Southern Drakensberg at the end of a 2,5km stretch of rough road, low vehicles are not advised.
Select your check-in and check-out dates to view availability and the rates applicable.
This cottage is set in the pines - a short cast away from the water's edge, with an en-suite Jacuzzi bath, fully-equipped kitchen, lounge with fireplace, a patio and braai. The cottage offers accommodation in well-appointed comfort. All linens, crockery and cutlery are provided.
Qty: 1
Sleeps: 4 guests (max 4 adults)
Children: from 0-18 years are allowed
The lodge occupies the premium position on the farm. It is set on the edge of a pine glade, up near the estuary and the reed-beds that surround it. Very private and a birder's paradise. With an en-suite Jacuzzi bath, fully-equipped kitchen, lounge and fireplace, patio and braai. Please note that this Lodge is 4x4 access only.
Qty: 1
Sleeps: 4 guests (max 4 adults)
Children: from 0-18 years are allowed
Otter Cove Cottage is furnished with a King-size bed and an en-suite bathroom fitted with a bath, shower, toilet and basin. the lounger area has a a fireplace and the kitchen is fully equipped.Outside there is a patio with braai facilities. The unit is set on it’s own in a pine glen close to the waters edge.
Qty: 1
Sleeps: 2 guests (max 2 adults)
Children: from 0-18 years are allowed
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Verified review
The owner is a fly fisher of note with knowledge to astound on the subject. The facilities are very neat and the staff very friendly. The surroundings spectacular. We had a marvellous time. Take lots of warm clothes in winter.
June 2017
Cornelis Jansen van Rensburg (Pretoria)
Response timeGiants Cup Wilderness Reserve typically responds to requests in 5-10 minutes.
Child policyChildren of all ages are welcome.
Closest airport(s)King Shaka International - 235km
Check-in/-out timesCheck-in from 14h00
Check-out by 10h00
Payment methods accepted by the property EFT or secure online payment via SA-Venues.com
Listed on SA-Venues.com since December 2015
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