About Alpine Heath
Ideally situated midway between Durban and Johannesburg, Alpine Heath Resort & Conference Centre gives families and nature-lovers the opportunity to explore their surroundings with luxury Drakensberg accommodation with self catering options as a home base.
With 100 units, the newly refurbished 6-sleeper chalets each offers private braai facilities, a comfortable lounge, kitchen and dining area. Your chalet also includes a fireplace and patio, plus the convenience of a telephone, satellite TV and good cellular reception
Whilst the chalets are self catering, if you do not feel like cooking you have many option. Head over to Gruyéres Restaurant or Pizza Inferno Pizzeria – their menus are known for delicious meals that cater to all tastes. And in case you need groceries or trinkets to take home, pay the unique Village Market a visit!
The Village Market situated in the charming Village Square is available if you need to stock up on general items such as freshly baked bread and pastries, farm eggs, cheeses, a variety of cold or marinated meats, braai packs, milk, fruit and vegetables
Your children can also enjoy the Little VIP Club for the day, so they can participate in educational activities such as bug hunting, bush collage-making, biscuit decorating and treasure hunting.
Horse Riding
Exploring your surroundings on horseback is a must! Interact with the lovely Nooitgedacht horses on an outride at the equestrian centre. For romantic trail rides, enjoy a deliciously prepared picnic basket in the serene setting of the mountains. Must be pre booked.
The fun Horse Play program caters to all levels of experience and includes washing, feeding and grooming the horses under supervision. Bookings can be made at the Alpine heath reception on arrival.
Hiking Trails
Explore the exciting Drakensberg hiking trails that Natal’s Northern part of the mountains offer.
Majestically dominated by the peaks from Sungubala to Babangibona & Baboon Rock, you will stumble upon streams that flow into Putterill & Wanhoop & in turn, drain into the Tugela River
If you are a bird lover then you will thoroughly enjoy a visit to the Mooi River at Giants Castle Game Reserve. With over 140 species to be seen, this is an ideal place to view some magnificent sights.
Alpine Trails take you on adventures through open grass veld and areas broken by pockets of Proteas along hillside slopes and crystal clear streams. The rivers are habitat to a variety of flowers and game.
Beauty Salon
The resort is proud to bring you the a stunning, on-site beauty salon and spa, so make the most of your mountain getaway by booking an unforgettable, holistic health experience.
Canopy Tours
The Drakensberg Canopy Tours are nestled in the indigenous forests of this natural treasure trove; where the rugged faces of the cliffs & the verdant lushness of greenery converge. The Cathkin Peak stands tall over the whole scene, like a sentry on guard.
Mountain Biking
There are a 150km of permanently marked mountain bike trails with routes for all levels of experience. To add to an unforgettable getaway, you are guaranteed memorable climbs, exposed traverses, breathtaking views & thrilling downhills
Property Facilities
- Bar
- Kiddies Club
- Meals on Request
- Pool
- Spa
- Conference Centre
- Malaria Free
- Restaurants
- Gym
- Meal on Request
- Secure Parking
- Secure Parking
Room Facilities
- Bath
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
- Cooking Facilities
- Disabled Rooms
- Electrical Outlets
- En-Suite
- Fan
- Hair Dryer
Room Facilities
- Fridge
- Internet Access (Complimentary)
- Laundry Facilities
- Safe
- Satellite / Cable Television
- Shower
- Tea / Coffee
- TV with DSTV
- Nespresso machine in each room