Durban - Gooderson Drakensberg Gardens Golf and Spa Resort, known for its spectacular view of the Southern Drakensberg, crisp mountain air, clear streams and azure skies, is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts looking for anything from golf to mountain biking.
Set on a scenic 350-hectare World Heritage site, it is perfect for getting out of city comfort zones, with couch potatoes sure to enjoy hiking, horse riding, canoeing, trout fishing or even river rafting.
The resort is proud of their challenging 18-hole golf course, as well as the recently completed 12km custom-built mountain biking track, which passes by a dam and through the golf course, as well as the lush pine forest, and is suitable for all riders at all levels.
Bikes are also available from the hotel reception.
Last year saw a number of exciting additions at Gooderson Drakensberg Gardens Golf and Resort. They introduced a zip line called “The Rinkhals”, which stretches from halfway up the Beacon Hike down to the popular Adventure Park; a cricket field with netted pitch and field, based inside the BMX track (great for all ages, especially father and son bonding); a bow range at the Adventure Park that sees archers shooting over a bridged stream and the Jackal Buzzard Fort, a raised fortress for younger adventurers.
Also newly completed is the Ibis, a covered boma-style venue that looks onto Rhino Mountain. This doubles as a function/party venue with a small food and beverage outlet attached for visitors to the Adventure Park.
They have also built six brand-new family rooms for that much-deserved getaway and continue to ensure that you receive good value and good fun at all of the resorts.
l www.goodersonleisure.co.za or contact reservations at 031 337 4222
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