Off-Site Activities
Midlands Meander
The Midlands Meander is a slow drive through the foot hills of the Drakensberg in search of quaint stores boasting all the ingenuity of the local people. From crafts to food, there is something for even the most discerning of taste. This is a full day of traveling recommended only for the avid shopper.
Township and Freedom Struggle Tours
The township has become a cultural African Mecca of its own. A living testament to the fortitude and resilience of the tribes of Southern Africa. Township tours include being taken by an experienced guide to the various township cultural and historical locations.
Battlefield Tours
It is hard to conceive that the heart of beautiful central and northern KwaZulu-Natal was once the scene of bloody conflict between the Zulu, Boer and the British. Their clashes and military engagements shaped the history of South Africa, and shook the might of the British Empire's military. It was in this area over a period of some seventy years, that one historical drama after another unfolded. On request, qualified tour guides will take you through the various sites ensuring that you are enriched with more than just memories of a magnificent landscape.
October 1899 marked the beginning of the Anglo-Boer War and Ladysmith was to be a key point in the struggle for Natal.
The Battle of Colenso 15 Dec 1899
The Battle of Thabanyama 20-23 Jan 1900
The Battle of Spionkop 23-25 Jan 1900
The Battle of Vaalkrantz 5 Feb 1900
The Battle of Tugela Heights 14-27 Feb 1900
The British paid a heavy price with approximately 1818 either killed or wounded and 1541 dead from disease.
Fly Fishing
There are a number of dams within the reserve which offer guests the opportunity to fish. These dams are well stocked with bass and various other fish species. Guests will be accompanied by a guide when fishing. The Drakensberg offers the best fly fishing in South Africa. There are excellent trout waters in the region with well-stocked dams and pristine stretches of river where brown and rainbow trout occur in abundance.
Historical Sites
If you can possibly tear yourself away from the peaceful seclusion and beauty of Nambiti Hills Private Game Lodge and its surroundings, we recommend a guided tour of these historical sites:
Siege Museum
Town Hall
Town Hall Museum
'The Twins' (2 x 6.3 Howitzers cannons)
Statue of Ghandi
All Saints Church
Scenic Flights
To fly over the majestic Drakensberg mountains is to be forever in awe. A World Heritage Site, the Drakensberg is full of scenic drama and extraordinary beauty. When you see it from the air, you are privy to the magnitude and variety of this incredible mountain range that cuts through much of KwaZulu-Natal. Flights over the central Drakensberg leave from Ladysmith Airfield or Champagne castle in the Drakensberg.
White River Rafting
It is the effervescent spray and churning waters that challenge the adventurous and raise the adrenaline. If you prefer something a little more sedate, you can go rafting down the river. Either way, we'll make all the arrangements and get you there. Summer is an ideal time for white water rafting and the Nambiti Reserve has twice hosted the South African white water championships. There is an excellent 20 km stretch of rapids and pools in this section of the Tugela Canyon, including the intimidating 'washing machine' and 'finger rock' rapids. Water levels alter the mood of the river, and experiences can be varied, but all adventures are guaranteed to be unforgettable.
Astronomy
There is something about gazing upward into an uninterrupted African night sky that captures us all. Weather permitting, an evening game drive will be enhanced by tales of African folklore about the galaxy. Astronomy discussions can also take place from either of the two boma areas at Nambiti Hills
Golf
The Cathedral Peak 9-hole Golf Course has been termed 'the thinking golfers' course' and is set against the magnificent backdrop of the Drakensberg. The Champagne Sports Resort Golf Course boasts 18 holes designed by Hugh Baiocchi, set in perfectly manicured grounds and equally spectacular scenery. The Ladysmith Country Club also offers a 13-hole Golf Course
PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL OFF SITE ACTIVITIES ARE SUBJECT TO AVAILABILITY
