Giant's Castle Game Reserve is considered the home of the eland and the majestic bearded vulture. Giants Castle lies in the Central Drakensberg region of the Ukhahlamba Drakensberg Park, a World Heritage Site. There is an accommodation camp at Giant's Castle which offers glorious views for hikers and mountain climbers.

The superb rock art is high among the special attractions that Gianst Castle offers. The renowned vulture restaurant is open in winter for visitors to watch bearded vultures and other endangered species feeding.Visit the Main Caves Museum for fascinating insight into the past lifestyle of the San people.

giants castle hiking Giants Castle takes its name from the mountain formations which depict a sleeping Giant with its foot propped up against its castle.

Giants Castle Accommodation

Antbear Guest House - Indeed a special find. One of those places you wished you would have stayed longer where the accommodation, view, location, service and food are just perfect. This is the nearest private accommodation option near to Giants Castle and also offers one of the best deals available.

Giants Castle Camp - The upside is that you are inside Giants Castle Nature Reserve. The downside is that you are inside Giants Castle Nature Reserve. You are as close as you can be to starting the hiking trails but far from any of the other attractions available. And the gate opening and closing times make early starts and doing anything after sunset an impossibility. If you do decide to stay here opt for the self catering option and make sure you bring your own food with you. Giants Castle camp offers self catering and has a restaurant.

Drakensberg Luxury cave lodge Experience something different and stay in the only fully catered luxury cave in the Drakensberg Mountains. And the luxury cave comes with a few special romantic options like a jacuzzi spa bath and fireplace both in the bedroom. Whats more it opens onto a deck with hammock chairs and a panoramic view not often experienced.