Giants Cup Wilderness Reserve in Underberg, KwaZulu Natal (original) (raw)

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Giants Cup Wilderness Reserve is a highly recommended property for self catering in Underberg for anyone visiting the Drakensberg region.

Giants Cup Wilderness Reserve is Home to prolific wildlife and waterfowl, and 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.

Self Catering Accommodation

Giants Cup Wilderness Reserve cozy country cottages that are perfect for those looking for privacy splashed with a bit of luxury.

Nestled deep in the mountains, completely surrounded by a world heritage site, this is paradise for those that love nature and the great outdoors.

The units have an open plan lounge and well equipped kitchen areas.

Please see the individual unit descriptions with photographs below, to assist you with your choice.

Location & Access

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.

Activities

We have some unbelievable hikes straight from your doorstep when staying with us. It doesn�t matter if you are a hiking newcomer or an experienced hiker, we have something for everyone. Enjoy a short trail around our lake or a long day up to the escapement, the best part about it is you will likely not see another person and the views are breathtaking!

Where else can you fly-fish for wild spawning fish of up to 10.5 pounds, while surrounded by herds of grazing eland and mountain reedbuck, and with lammergeyer (bearded vulture) or black eagle circling overhead? The lake & Umzimkulwana river, which flows through it, comprise an open, naturally self-sustaining fishery.