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How great is must be to go to a school in this beautiful area of South Africa.
The Drakensberg Boys choir is a well established institution from South Africa. It offers the diversity and is representative of the multi-faceted cultures that make up South Africa.
The Drakensberg Boys’ Choir has an unique and diverse style of music. They often tour internationally, so they are not always at the school in South Africa. It is definitely worth trying to attend one of their performances.
The Drakensberg Boys Choir performs most Wednesdays during term time at 3.30 p.m. (when in South Africa, and not on tour)
There are plenty posters all over the area about the performances
Written Aug 3, 2008
Website: www.dbchoir.co.za
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A very interesting place. This is a collection of shops, art gallery, deli, restaurant, info centre etc. The place has a distinct African feel and blends very well with the surroundings. You can have a meal here, have a few drinks in the pub or just do shopping.
Thokozisa is the home to the Central Drakensberg Information Centre. It forms the gateway to the Central Drakensberg region.
The website below gives a lot of info, do visit
Written Aug 3, 2008
Phone: +27 (0)36 488 1207
Website: http://www.cdic.co.za/thokozisa.htm
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It is possible to see and do quite a bit if you have only one day to visit the Central Berg.
Start the morning at Valley Bakery with a good breakfast and good views at the mountain peaks. Then at 10h30, watch the raptors at Falcon Ridge which lasts about an hour. From here, it is a short way to Monks Cowl, where you can go for a short, hike, or just visit the shop with many interesting stuff on sale. In the afternoon, visit Dragon Peaks, where you can have lunch and take an amazing helicopter trip in to the mountains. On your way back visit Ardmore and buy a very unique ceramic piece of art. Stop at Thokozisa where you have a collection of interesting shops, an art gallery, deli etc.
Ok, one day is definitely not enough a week-end is much better!
Written Aug 3, 2008
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Many different places in the Central Berg area offer horse riding. Khotso Horse Trails is one of these. They offer trails from 1 to 2 hours to longer half day/fun day outings.
They cater for all level of riders.
Do book in advance.
They operate from Scrumpy Jack’s, just off the R600
Written Aug 3, 2008
Address: Scrumpy Jacks
Phone: 036 468 1308
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The hiking trails at Monks Cowl are not too difficult and extremely rewarding. You can decide how far or long you want to walk.
You have to register at the office where the trails start. It is best to take a map with you, which is available at the shop in the same area. Do stay on the trial, as it happens often that people get lost in the mountains.
Wooden walking sticks are on sale for about ZAR 30 (+/- 4UDS).
You can only leave at 06h00, and should be back at the base at 18h00.
Written Aug 3, 2008
Address: Monks Cowl, Central Drakensburg
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Ardmore is a very well known ceramic art studio.
Don’t miss a visit to the studios. If you visit during the week, you will be able to see the artists at work. The setting of this studio is spectacular, with great views of the mountains.
Do visit the ardmore website, it gives a good background of the studio, and you can view some of the pieces of art. (www.ardmoreceramics.co.za)
Written Aug 3, 2008
Address: Central Drakensberg
Phone: +27 (33) 234 4869
Website: www.ardmoreceramics.co.za
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This is more than just a bakery. They also serve light meals and it houses an art gallery.
The setting is beautiful and tranquil. A great place to have breakfast or brunch. Get all your freshly baked bread, croissants etc from here. It is a few kilometres from the central area, and is clearly marked.
Valley Bakery is open Monday to Friday and Saturday mornings.
Written Aug 3, 2008
Address: Central Drakensberg
Phone: 036 468 1257
Website: www.midlandsreservations.co.za/valley-bakery.html
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This bird of prey centre is definitely worth a visit. It is an amazing experience to see some of these raptors in action, with the beautiful backdrop of the mountains.
You will be able to see falcons, eagles, owls and vultures in action. The programme last for about an hour. It is very educational and enjoyable.
Take a hat and sun block with.
The turn off to Falcon Ridge is clearly marked. It is on the way to Monks Cowl.
Shows are held daily at 10h30, with the exception of Fridays.
Fee: ZAR 40 (+/- 5 USD)
Written Aug 3, 2008
Address: Central Drakensberg
Phone: 082 774 6398
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Westline Arrivals offers beautiful scenic flights into the Drakensberg Mountains. You can take the stopover option, where you land on a Plato, have champagne and then continue with the scenic trip. You pass the amazing and spectacular Champagne Castle, Cathkin and Monks Cowl peaks. It is a very special experience not to be missed. They operate from Dragons Peak Park.
Fee: For stop over trip: ZAR 750(+/- 90 USD).
Written Aug 3, 2008
Address: Dragon Peaks Park
Phone: 082 783 7987
At the Cathedral Peak Hotel, there are activities organised daily. They have a 10m high climbing wall, and harnesses suitable for both adults and children. They publish the times that they will have support people available to facilitate the climbing, on the Hotel noticeboard.
Written Dec 18, 2007
Address: Cathedral Peak Hotel
Website: http://www.cathedralpeak.co.za/
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