You could not possibly regret choosing to spend a vacation at the Drakensberg after looking at what kind of scenery awaits all who choose to venture to this part of South Africa. Optima Holidays will give you more reason to become certain about taking a trip to the area with affordably priced packages that include a stay at one of several holiday resorts in Drakensbergwhich comes with the promise of fun-filled activities, spa treatments and plenty of relaxation thereof.

KwaZulu Natal is a province that prides itself on its culture which is why it should come as no surprise to find that arts and crafts stores are popular throughout the province and within the Drakensberg region itself. If antiques and candles are something you like to collect, make your way to Bergville where you can buy these items at prices that won’t make your eyes pop out of their sockets. A national franchise store, Bata has its very own shoe factory near Loskop via Injasuthi which you might want to have a look at. Bushman paintings can be found on rocks in caves within the area as well.
You may also find yourself on a guided tour that will take you around the amazing Drakensberg Hydro Electric Power Station. This enormous and complex structure scoops millions of litres water from the Tugela River and transports it to the power station where it is converted into much needed electrical energy. From there, the water is taken to the Vaal Dam in a sophisticated system that supplies KwaZulu Natal with power and the greater Johannesburg area with a helpful additional water supply. At the Glamosa Glass Factory in Estcourt, visitors are given insight into how new goods are made from recycles glass; you may also get a chance to watch some live glass-blowing in progress as well. Drakensberg has plenty to offer in terms of places to visit and things to do and accommodation is equally plentiful.

Mount Aux Sources Resort is located in the Royal National Park and sits in close vicinity to the Orion Mount-Aux Sources Hotel where recreational activities are accessible to guests from the resort. The resort’s natural environment is exquisite in itself: the mountains form a kind of natural Amphitheatre. Onsite facilities at the resort include self-catering cottages that comprise kitchens, bedrooms, living rooms and bathrooms. Cottages include phones, microwaves and TV; for meals, the onsite restaurant is available to guests during open hours. The resort has an outdoor pool, squash, tennis as well as a braai area. Fishing, golf and horse-riding are accessible a distance drive away from the resort as well. You will very rarely find yourself at a loss for things to do.

Then we have Riverbend Chalet Resort which offers many of the same perks except the fishing, golf, horse-riding facilities are located onsite making them easier to access. You will be given a comfortably furnished room to call yours for the duration of your stay within which a TV with M-Net and microwave is supplied. An outdoor pool will be the perfect place at which to cool off on hot days and the braai area is great for spending time chatting with those who you have travelled with.

With the help of Optima Holidays, your vacation in KwaZulu Natal will be that much closer to becoming a reality. Holiday resorts in Drakensberg provide guests with holiday experiences that are relaxing, exciting, rejuvenating and highly enjoyable and with holiday packages being as reasonably priced as they are you have virtually no excuse for not taking advantage of the opportunity to see the Drakensberg Mountains in all their glory.