Nestled in the rolling foothills of the Maluti Mountains of the north-eastern Free State lies the Golden Gate Highlands National Park. The park derives its name from the brilliant shades of gold cast by the sun on the park's sandstone cliffs, especially the imposing Brandwag rock, keeping vigil over the main rest camp. This 11 600 hectares of unique environment is true highland habitat, providing home to a variety of mammals – black wildebeest, eland, blesbok, oribi, springbok and Burchell's zebra - and birds, including the rare bearded vulture (lammergeier) and the equally rare bald ibis, which breed on the ledges in the sandstone cliffs. Ribbokkop, the highest point in the park, reveals a breathtaking tapestry of red, yellow and purple hues as its warm shades merge with the cool mountain shadows towards evening.

ACCOMMODATION

• Rondavels with either one double and two single beds or two single and one stack bed, bathroom (shower) and kitchen with basic equipment.
• Noord-Brabant Farmhouse - rustic converted farmhouse - kitchen and bathroom facilities - 1 double bed, 1 sleeper couch and 3 single beds.
• Highlands Mountain Retreat – luxury log cabins nestled into the slope

Camping

• Caravan and camping sites in beautiful shaded grounds at Glen Reenen.
• Ablution and barbecue facilities, scullery.
• Power points in ablution block and some camp sites.
• A maximum of 6 persons, one caravan/tent and one vehicle or one auto villa permitted per site.

ACTIVITIES

• Rhebok Hiking Trail (2 days and 1 night): maximum of 18 persons per group. Advance booking essential. Hikers provide all own necessities. Enquire at your reservations office.
• Short nature trails (varying from 1 hour to 5 hours): no bookings required.
• Game viewing at leisure in own vehicle.
• Holiday programmes are conducted during the April and December holidays. Enquire at reception.
• Environmental education courses (varying from 1 to 5 days).
• Bowls, tennis, table tennis and snooker (at the hotel).
• Horse-riding available - please book.
• Swimming in natural pool at Glen Reenen.
• Abseiling and canoeing available for people using Wilgenhof Environmental Education Centre

FACILITIES

• Cosy atmospheric pub with log fire (at the Protea hotel).
• Picnic site for day visitors has ablution and barbecue facilities.
• Glen Reenen general dealer and filling station, Brandwag curio shop, licensed restaurant, coffee shop and ladies' bar. Enquire at reception.

Rates
All rates are self-catering unless specified otherwise.

IMPORTANT: Deposits & payments
For bookings made more than 6 months before arrival a 50% deposit is required within 4 months of making a booking. For bookings made less than 6 months before arrival a 50% deposit is required within 10 days of making a booking. For bookings made within 40 days of arrival, immediate and full payment is required within 24 hours upon confirmation of the booking. Final and full payment for all reservations is due 40 days prior to arrival. Rates are to be used as a guide only - full quotes will be provided upon receipt of an enquiry.

When making an enquiry, please supply full detail regarding the number of adults, number of children together with their ages, arrival and departure dates, accommodation type(s) required and number of nights in each rest camp. Also supply alternative dates and rest camps where possible. Children under 2 are free of charge. Bookings open 1 year in advance - it is essential to book as early as possible for busy/peak periods and school holidays.

VALID 01 SEPTEMBER 2009 – 31 OCTOBER 2010

PLEASE NOTE
CAMP & CARAVAN SITE RESERVATIONS CAN ONLY BE MADE DIRECTLY WITH SA NATIONAL PARKS AND NOT THROUGH US.

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