In the 'hood, Champagne Valley as a destination

Lying in the central Drakensberg, the Champagne peak is one of the highest peaks in this mountain range, although the prominent peak from here is Cathkin. But it is the enchantedness of the Champagne Valley that draws visitors away from city stressors to escape to a place of rare beauty that manages to remain almost entirely unaffected by development. The town of Winterton marks the entrance ... cont.

R600, Champagne Valley, 3340, Drakensberg, KwaZulu Natal, South Africa

Directions to Far Hills Guesthouse

From Durban:
Continue North along the N3 towards Johannesburg. About 30km after the Mooi River toll gate, take the Estcourt North (179) turn off. Continue left towards Loskop and the Central Berg Resorts. Approximately another 27km turn left again at the 4 way crossing (R600) towards the Central Berg Resports. 10km along this road turn right at the Farhills Guesthouse sign. It is the same entrance to Valley Bakery/ Plantkor.

From Johannesburg:
Continue South along the N3 towards Durban. After the Tugela Toll at the bottom of Van Reenens Pass, look out for the Bergville / Colenso turn off. Take this offramp and continue right back over the N3 towards Winterton. Once in Winterton, turn left at the traffic light (R600) towards the Central Berg Resorts. Continue on this road until you reach the 4 way crossing. Continue through the 4 way crossing for about 10km and turn right at the Farhills Guesthouse sign. It is the same entrance to Valley Bakery / Plantkor.

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  • Hiking trails
  • Horse riding
  • Hot air ballooning
  • Mountain bike trails
  • Parasailing
  • Quad biking
  • Rowing / canoeing
  • Swimming
  • Waterskiing

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