Stay at Royal Natal National Park

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Royal Natal National Park offers Drakensberg accommodation in a variety of lodgings, from Thendele Lodge to charming cottages and bungalows.

Thendele Camp at this KwaZulu-Natal nature reserve in South Africa has magnificent views of the world-famous Drakensberg Amphitheatre.

Situated below the sandstones of Dooley, amidst Yellowwood forests and Protea Savannah, Thendele Camp is divided into upper and lower sections.

From this Drakensberg accommodation in South Africa, you can hear the rumbling sound of the Thukela (Tugela) River after a heavy storm, a thrilling experience indeed.

Thendele Lodge

Thendele Lodge in Royal Natal National Park in the Drakensberg, South Africa, is a bit away from the main camp and comprises of a comfortable lounge, equipped kitchen and three en-suite bedrooms. A resident cook is available to prepare meals, you will however need to provide your own food supplies.

Thendele Cottages

There are also 2x six-bedded cottages available each with three bedrooms, one bathroom, a large lounge, dining room and kitchen. The kitchen is fully equipped with linen, stove, refrigeration, crockery and cutlery. A cook is also available to prepare meals for you. You will need to provide your own food items. A resident cook is available to prepare meals. You will however need to provide your own food supplies.

Thendele Main Camp: Upper Resort

The Upper Resort compromises of 13x self-catering chalets, each fully equipped with linen, crockery, cutlery, stove, refrigerator and cooking utensils.

  • 6x Two-bed chalets (1 bedroom, a bathroom, dining/lounge areas and kitchen)
  • 7x Four-bed chalets (2 bedrooms, a bathroom, dining/lounge areas and a kitchen)

All units are serviced daily, you will however need to provide your own food supplies and wash your own dishes.

Thendele Main Camp: Lower Resort

The Lower Resort has 12x self-catering chalets available, each fully equipped with linen, crockery, cutlery, stove, refrigerator and cooking utensils.

  • 8x Two-bed chalets (1 bedroom, a bathroom, dining/lounge areas and kitchen)
  • 5x Four-bed chalets (2 bedrooms, a bathroom, dining/lounge areas and a kitchen)

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Alpine Heath Resort

Situated just 30 minutes from Royal Natal National Park, the Alpine Heath Resort provides 4-star accommodation in 100 Deluxe Chalets with stunning views of the Drakensberg Mountains.

Each of the chalets (sleeping up to 6 guests) has a cosy living room, kitchen, and dining space, as well as private braai facilities. In addition to a phone, satellite TV, and strong cellphone reception for your comfort, your chalet comes with a fireplace and a patio.

Alpine Heath Resort facilities include a coffee shop, restaurant, pizzeria, bar, deli shop, swimming pool, beauty salon, spa, Kids Zone and playground.

On-site activities include horseriding, miniature golf, trampolines, fishing, volleyball, hiking, volleyball and much more.

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