Didima Camp (Cathedral Peak)

Description

Didima camp features 62 two-bed luxury chalets, 2 four-bed cabins, a two-bed honeymoon suite and a six-bed bungalow. Each of the two-bed chalets are back to back and an interleading door allows the two chalets to be converted into a four-bed family unit with self-catering facilities. The two four-bed cabins have two bedrooms each en-suite, a lounge/dining area and a kitchen, and the six-bed chalet has three bedrooms, each with en-suite facilities, a lounge/dining area and a kitchen. All accommodation at Didima boasts satellite television and cosy fireplaces. The central lodge provides a restaurant and bar, fireplaces throughout, an intimate lounge and a shop for groceries and curios. The state-of-the-art conference facility seats 140 delegates and a large breakaway facility doubles as a wedding chapel with a full height glass wall framing the splendour of Cathedral Peak.

Accommodation

Two Bed Chalets
Each of the two-bed chalets have an en-suite bedroom and a sitting area. The chalets are built back to back and an interleading door allows the two chalets to be converted into a four-bed family unit with self-catering facilities. All linen, towels and blankets are supplied. The chalets boast satellite television and cozy fireplaces.

Four Bed Cabins
The two four-bed cabins have two bedrooms each en-suite, a lounge/dining area and a kitchen. All linen, towels and blankets are supplied. The chalets boast satellite television and cozy fireplaces.

Six Bed Bungalow
The bungalow has three bedrooms, each with en-suite facilities, a lounge/dining area and a kitchen. All linen, towels and blankets are supplied. The chalets boast satellite television and cozy fireplaces.

Rates

Accommodation Type	Per person - sharing	Minimum per unit	Gross
Bed only - 2 bed non self-catering (28)	R500	R750	Gross
Bed only - 2 bed self-catering (32)	R525	R790	Gross
Bed only - 4 bed self-catering (2)	R525	R1575	Gross
Bed only - 6 bed self-catering (1)	R525	R2100	Gross
PACKAGE RATES
Bed and Breakfast (2/4 bed unit)	R620	-	Gross
Dinner, Bed and Breakfast (2/4/ bed unit)	R830	-	Gross
Single surcharge (packages) 2/4 bed unit	R250	-	Gross
TOUR GUIDES - ACCOMPANYING PACKAGES
Porterage	R25 per person both ways		NETT
9 and under paying guests - B & B	R370		NETT
9 and under paying guests - D, B & B	R530		NETT
10 - 14 paying guests	1 Tour Leader free
15 - 29 paying guests	2 Tour Leaders free
30 plus paying guests	3 Tour Leaders free
Tariff includes entrance to the Rock Art Centre
Accommodation charges include gate entry, community levy & rescue levy.

NB: Please note that the above rates are subject to change. Please confirm rates by clicking on the enquiry button/tab or by calling the following:

Central Reservations Office
Tel: +27 (0)39 747 4702

Didima Resort, with a unique blend of ancient cultural heritage and modern luxury, evokes the atmosphere of San Culture within the magnificent mountain setting of Cathedral Peak valley. Winding up the narrow road approaching the resort, the Drakensberg mountain splendour beckons, with sweeping panoramas of jagged mountain peaks rising from massive sandstone cliffs and dramatic cloudscapes against an impossibly blue sky. This is the setting for Didima, a luxurious mountain haven inspired by the San people incorporating San Rock Art into a uniquely themed luxury resort. Experience the beauty of the mountains and the fascinating San history from the comfort of this Ezemvelo KZN Wildlife resort.

Accessibility: Johannesburg 4.5 hours, Durban 3.5 hours, Pietermaritzburg 2.5 hours

Conference facility : Capacity - 140 seater

Wedding Chapel : Glass-fronted chapel offers magnificent views for a memorable wedding

Restaurant : Capacity - 140 seater

Other facilities : San Art Interpretive Centre, swimming pool, tennis court, walking and hiking trails.

Accommodation facilities for physically disabled guests are available (1 x 2 and 1 x 6 bed chalet).

Didima is situated 40 km from Winterton off the (N3) and the route is tarred all the way, 250 km from Durban and 400 km from Johannesburg.

Directions

FROM DURBAN A) Along the N3, pass Shell Ultra City and take the Exit 194, 'Winterton/Bergville/Colenso/R74' glide off. Turn left and proceed for 20kms to Winterton. Opposite the Engen garage, turn left onto the R600 CENTRAL BERG road.Go over the railway line and river bridge. Go past the shops on the right and turn right at first road to the right, (100m past shops): Travel for about 11kms, at a 't-junction stop', turn right and 500m turn first left, sign 'Cathedral Peak Hotel /Emmaus'. Didima is about 20 minutest 30km at the end of this road.You have arrived! B) Alternatively, from the N3, take EXIT 179, the 'Estcourt North/Giant`s Castle/Loskop/Central Drakensberg' for about 30 kms. (Don't take this road at night, as it passes through a rural area). You will pass the KwaZulu Shoe factory on your left. After the R600 intersection, the road becomes dirt (for about 10kms), then resumes as tar. After about 3kms (on tar), turn left at sign 'Cathedral Peak Hotel/EmmaUS'. Didima is about 20 minutest/30kms at the end of this road. You have arrived! FROM JOHANNESBURG Scenic Route: CAUTION: Do not follow this route in wet or freezing conditions Johannesburg to Harrismith on N3. At Harrismith turn right(Exit 29) onto N5 towards BETHLEHEM/BLOEMFONTEINt/Alternative Route to Durban. Proceed forapproximately 5kms, turn left onto the 'R712 QWA-QWA/BERGVILLE' road. Proceed for approximately 10kms. Turn left again on the 'R74 BERGVILLE/OLIVIERSHOEK PASS'road. Continue past Sterkfontein dam, down Oliviershoek Pass, straight past Bergville.As you leave Bergville, Cross the Tugela River Bridge, then turn right onto a tar road, signposted 'Cathedral Peak Hotel'. Travel about 20 minutes/17kms then turn right at sign post 'Cathedral Peak Hotel/ Emmaus'. Didima is about 20 minutes/30km at the end of this road. You have arrIved! FREEWAY ROUTE Johannesburg to Van Reenen's Pass on the N3. Take the first glide off after the Tugela Toll Plaza, which is at the bottom of Van Reenen`s Pass.Turn right over the Freeway and proceed for 38km to R74 junction. Turn left to Bergville and As you leave Bergville, cross the Tugela River bridge then turn right onto the tar road, signposted 'Cathedral Peak Hotel'. Travel about 20 minutes/17kms then turn right at signpost Cathedral Peak Hotel/ Emmaus'. Didima is about 20 minutes/30km at the end of this road. You have arrived! Pets are not permitted into the reserve. "No entry fees will be charged for visits by KwaZulu-Natal (KZN) Primary and Secondary School groups, from KZN Schools to KZN Protected Areas and St Lucia Crocodile Centre provided that such visits: 1. are authorised by the Head of the school 2. are booked in advance with the Officer in Charge of the Protected Area or Crocodile Centre 3. do not take place over weekends, during KZN Provincial school holidays or Public Holidays".

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