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YOUR NATURAL HERITAGE

South African National Parks

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Sanparks Conference and Function Venues

1. Augrabies Falls National Park .................................................................................... 42. Mokala National Park ............................................................................................... 63. Karoo National Park ................................................................................................. 84. Mountain Zebra National Park ............................................................................... 105. Kruger National Park - Berg-en-Dal ......................................................................... 126. Kruger National Park - Mopani ............................................................................... 147. Kruger National Park - Skukuza ............................................................................... 168. Table Mountain National Park ................................................................................ 189. Golden Gate Highlands National Park - Golden Gate Hotel ..................................... 2010. Garden Route National Park - Wilderness ................................................................ 22

SANParks, for tranquil and refreshing social and business breakaways

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IntroductionSouth African National Parks (SANParks) manages a system of parks that represent the indigenous biodiversity and associated cultural heritage of the country. These 22 parks are scattered throughout the country in coastal, arid, mountain and bushveld settings offering a wide range accommodation and nature-based activities, all bent on turning the visitor’s trip into a memorable experience.

SANParks does not only cater for the holiday-maker and tourist but also for business people seeking out-of-town conference facilities in a tranquil environment. There is a selection of venues to choose from and the service is tailor made according to the client’s choice of conference style, location, seating capacity and budget.

The location of our conference boardrooms in the bush presents an ideal opportunity to spice up business meetings and other social gatherings with activities that includes game drives, safari walks, hiking trails, bushbraais and other park specifi c nature-based activities.

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Bushbraai: Our unique experience that combines a game drive and a bush dinner at a special site with burning lanterns, fi re and a variety of night sounds to complete the perfect dining experience in the wilderness, tailor made for all groups

Birding: A bird’s eye view never looked better than at our tranquil environmentsCulture Trails: Trace the thousands of years’ old footsteps at an ancient civilization as you

“culture trail” through some of our archeological ruinsAbseiling: Get your creative fl ow off to a breathtaking start as you abseil and get in

touch with natureHorse Riding: Allow your senses free reign as you horse-back it through the luxurious

mountain landscapes in our parksFossil Trail: Grab an opportunity to study real fossils on the accessible fossil trailInterpretative Centres: Explore the rich cultural and natural heritage of our parks and a wealth of

information about our unique interactive displays, that fascinate adults and children alike

Wilderness Trails: Adventure, bush cuisine, living without bounds, experience all this at one of our wilderness trails

The Dolphin Trail: amble along the suspension bridge which marks the start of the Dolphin Trail, take a boat ride on the spirit of Tsitsikamma up the gorge to the waterfall, a haven for Adrenalin junkies

The Half collared Enjoy a 3 hour return trail strolling on the 2 km long boardwalk which endsKingfi sher Trail: at the waterfall and is situated on the western bank of the Touw River at the

Ebb&Flow railway

Experience tranquil and refreshing breakaways within our National Parks and explore our world of activities and adventure with your group

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South African National Parks Conference Facilities Map Tranquility

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Augrabies Falls National Park

PARK LOCATIONNearest Town Upington (120 km)

Nearest Airport Upington Airport

GPS Coordinates S 28°37’039”, E 20°20’945”

Gate closest to camp Main Entrance Gate (3 km from Rest camp)

Gate Times 24hours open (early departure only on prior arrangement with

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Applicable speed limit 40 km/h in game area; 20 km/h in rest camp

Distance from gate to camp 3 km

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PARK FACILITIESSwimming pool Yes, open for day and overnight visitors

Accommodation 59 units and 40 camp sites

Cellphone reception All networks

Fuel Petrol and Diesel available

Shops Convenience shop

Restaurant A-la-carte

Disabled access Universally accessible units available

Weddings Weddings and team building can be catered for

The Augrabies Falls Conference Centre is part of the Augrabies Falls National Park main rest camp. Augrabies Falls on the Orange River, rank among the world’s greatest waterfalls. The name Augrabies, which was given to the falls by the local Khoikhoi people, means hollow place, a place of great noise, and a rocky waterfall and accurately describes the falls. European explorers had called the falls King George’s Cataract, or Hercules Falls but the Khoikhoi name has stuck.

The Augrabies Falls Conference Centre is well equipped to host any high powered business or social gathering. Augrabies Falls National Park a place for tranquil and refreshing business breakaways

ACTIVITIESHiking/Nature Trails, Game Drives, Mountain Biking, Waterfall Viewing and Canoeing

Activities available in the park can be tailor made to suite different group schedules

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ResultsCONFERENCING

Full day and half day packages available on request.

STANDARD OFFERINGS Flip Chart (one per room, more at an additional charge)

White Board with eraser; black, green, blue & red, white board

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Retractable white projection screen

SANParks branded 5 page A5 note pad

Fine point pen

500ml bottled water

Sweets / mints (wrapped)

Data projector

Laser pointer

Lectern

TV and DVD

Augrabies

OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT*Technician on duty / assistant

Photocopier and cost of copies

Faxing services

*(At an additional cost to the client)

VENUEAugrabies Falls conference centre sitting arrangements

U-shaped 30 delegates

Schoolroom 40 delegates

Theatre/Cinema 70 delegates

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Mokala National ParkEx

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PARK FACILITIESSwimming pool 2 swimming pools

Accommodation 31 units and 10 camp sites


Fuel Modderiver 50 km from Mosu reception


Disabled facilities Universally accessible units available

Weddings Weddings and Team Building at Mosu and Lilydale

PARK LOCATIONNearest Town Kimberley (84 km)

Nearest Airport Kimberley airport (84 km)

GPS Coordinates Main Gate: S 29˚12’775”, E 24˚19’579”,

Lilydale Gate: S 29˚04’236, E 24˚27’593”

Gate Times Summer: October 1 - March 31, 06h00-19h00

Winter: April 1 - May 31, 06h30-18h30

Winter: June 1 - August 31, 07h00-18h00

Summer: September 1 - September 30, 06h30-18h00

Applicable speed limit 40 km/h


The Mosu and Mofele Conference Centres are part of the two lodges situated within Mokala National Park.

Mokala is the newest of all the national parks and replaces the old Vaalbos National Park that was given back to the Sidney on Vaal land claimants. Mokala was offi cially opened on July 19, 2007 and currently covers 26 500 hectares. It has a variety of game but is primarily there for the protection of South Africa’s rare and endangered species – the Black rhino, tsessebe, White-backed vulture, Roan antelope, Sable antelope and disease-free buffalo.

The two conference centres at Mokala National Park are well equipped to host any high powered business or social gatherings

Mokala National Park a place for tranquil and refreshing business breakaways

ACTIVITIESGame Drive and Bushbraai


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ExperienceMokalaCONFERENCING




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Fine point pen

500ml bottled water


Data projector

Laser pointer

Lectern

TV and DVD



Faxing services


VENUEMosu sitting arrangements




Banquet 50 delegates

Mofele sitting arrangements




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Karoo National Park

PARK LOCATIONNearest Town Beaufort West (12 km)

Nearest Airport George (300 km) or Cape Town (500 km)

GPS Coordinates E 22˚54’124”, E 32˚36’343”

Gate closest to camp Main entrance gate off the N1 highway

Gate Times 05h00-22h00; Reception: 07h00-19h00



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PARK FACILITIESSwimming pool x2 2 swimming pools

Accommodation 38 units and 10 camping sites


Fuel Available at various fuel stations in Beaufort West

Bank (ATM) Available at Beaufort West

Post offi ce In Beaufort West



Disabled access Universally accessible chalets and cottages available

Weddings The Salt & Pepper restaurant is able to cater for weddings

Team Building Grantham Environmental Education Centre can be used for team

building breakaways

Golf Course There is a 9-hole course in Beaufort West

The Karoo National Park Conference Centre is part of the Karoo National Park main rest camp. The park is a convenient stopover on the N1 route between Cape Town and the interior of the country. It is about 500 km north of Cape Town and about 1 000km south of Johannesburg. Being the largest ecosystem in South Africa, the Karoo is home to a fascinating diversity of life, all having adapted to survive in these harsh conditions.

The conference centre at Karoo National Park is well equipped to host any high powered business or social gathering.

Karoo National Park a place for tranquil and refreshing business breakaways.

ACTIVITIESHiking Trails, Game Viewing and Game Drives, Self Drive 4x4 Trail, Interpretive Centre, Bird Hide - Bird, Swimming Pool and Fossil Trail - Universally Accessible


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ExploreKarooCONFERENCING




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Fine point pen

500ml bottled water


Data projector

Laser pointer

Lectern

TV and DVD

OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT*Photocopier and cost of copies

Faxing services


VENUEKaroo National Park conference centre sitting arrangements





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Mountain Zebra National Park

PARK LOCATIONNearest Town Cradock (12 km from main gate)

Nearest Airport Port Elizabeth (234 km from the park)

GPS Coordinates S 32˚13’451” - E 25˚28’700”

Gate closest to camp 12 km

Gate Times Main Gate and Reception: 07h00-18h00 – April 1 to September 30

07h00-19h00 – October 1 to March 31

Boom Gate: 07h00-18h00 – April 1 to September 30

06h00-19h00 – October 1 to March 31



PARK FACILITIESSwimming pool 2 Swimming pools



Fuel Diesel and 95 unleaded available at fuel station near reception

Bank (ATM) Available in Cradock

Post offi ce Available in Cradock

Shops Convenience shop selling curios and basic supplies


Disabled access Universally accessible bungalows and cottages available

Weddings The park restaurant can cater for weddings

The Mountain Zebra Conference Centre is part of the Mountain Zebra National Park main rest camp. The park is situated near Cradock in the malaria-free Eastern Cape. The craggy heights, rolling plains and deep valleys of the park have become an entrancing preserve for the Cape Mountain Zebra. The park was proclaimed in 1937 for the purpose of protecting a remnant population of the Cape Mountain Zebra.

The conference centre in the park is well positioned and equipped to host small business or social gatherings.

Mountain Zebra National Park a place for tranquil and refreshing business breakaways

ACTIVITIESHiking/Nature Trails, Game Drives and Game Viewing, Guided Tours to San Cave Paintings, Scenic Picnics, Swimming Pools and 4x4 Routes


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TranquilityMountain ZebraCONFERENCING




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Fine point pen

500ml bottled water


Data projector

Laser pointer

Lectern

TV and DVD


Faxing services

Telephone facilities


VENUEMountain Zebra conference centre sitting arrangements





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Kruger National Park - Berg en Dal

PARK LOCATIONNearest Town Malelane (29 km) from Berg en Dal camp

Nearest Airport Kruger Mpumalanga International (75 km)

GPS Coordinates S 25˚25’705”, E 31˚26’606”

Gate closest to camp Malelane Gate 12 km from Berg-en-Dal camp

Gate Times Jan, Feb, Nov and Dec 05h30 - 18h30

Mar, Apr, Aug, Sept, and Oct 06h00 - 18h00

May, Jun and Jul 06h00 - 17h30

Applicable speed limit 50 km/h on tar & 40 km/h on gravel.

Distance from gate to camp 11 km = 30 min

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PARK FACILITIESSwimming pool Yes

Accommodation 62 bungalows 23 family cottages, 2 guest houses & 70 campsites


Fuel All types available

Bank (ATM) Mini ATM at restaurant

Post offi ce Malalane town or Skukuza

Shops Convenience shop on site

Restaurant A-la-carte and take-away kiosk

Disabled access Universally accessible bungalows and cottages available

Wedding venue Yes

Golf course Leopard Creek, Malalane and Skukuza

Berg-en-Dal Conference Centre is part of the Berg-en-Dal rest camp located in the southern section of the Kruger National Park. The rest camp is situated on the banks of the Matjulu Spruit with a view of softly undulating hills to the east. On the northern and southern sides dry riverbeds and a dam border the camp. There are large trees along the streams and special care has been taken to preserve the natural vegetation in the camp. Berg-en-Dal is also the only camp set in a rugged mountain environment and is built on the site of a prehistoric settlement.

The conference centre at Berg-en-Dal is well equipped to host any high powered business or social gatherings.

Kruger National Park a place for tranquil and refreshing business breakaways.

ACTIVITIESSelf-Drive Game Viewing, Traditional Dancers, Sunrise and Sunset Game Drives, Morning and Afternoon Bush Walks, Bushbraais and Bush Breakfasts, 4x4 trails and Non guided Rhino Trail in camp


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ResultsBerg en Dal

CONFERENCINGFull day and half day packages available on request.



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Rectractable white projection screen


Fine point pen

500ml bottled water


Data projector

Laser pointer

Lectern

TV and DVD



Faxing services

Telephone facilities


VENUEHall sitting arrangements

U-shaped N/A




Room 1 sitting arrangements




Room 2 and 3 sitting arrangements




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Kruger National Park - Mopani

PARK LOCATIONNearest Town Phalaborwa (75 km from Mopani Camp)

Nearest Airport Phalaborwa (Gateway) Airport (3 km from Phalaborwa gate)


Gate closest to camp Phalaborwa Gate (74 km from Mopani Camp)

Gate Times Jan, Feb, Nov & Dec 05h30-18h30

Mar & Oct 05h30-18h00

Apr, Aug & Sept 06h00-18h00

May, Jun & Jul 06h00-17h30

Applicable speed limit 50 km/h - on tar Roads, 40 km/h on gravel roads

Distance from gate to camp Phalaborwa Gate to Mopani - 2 hours drive (74 km)

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PARK FACILITIESSwimming pool Yes

Accommodation 45 bungalows, 12 cottages and 46 guest cottages


Fuel Petrol and diesel

Bank (ATM) Mini ATM inside shop



Disabled access Universally accessible Bungalows and Cottages available

Wedding Venue

(As Mopani is part of a National

Park, no music can be played .)

Ceremony Reception

Mooiplaas Bushbraai site

Bushbraai site Walkway

Walkway Restaurant

Fish Eagle Terrace Boma

Conference centre deck Conference centre

Mopani Conference Centre is part of the Mopani rest camp located in the northern section of Kruger National Park. The rest camp lies on the banks of the Pioneer Dam, a best kept secret, nestled among the koppies with mopani trees and a huge gnarled old Baobab tree in the heart of the camp.

The conference centre boasts state of the art equipment fi t to host high powered business meetings, weddings and other social gatherings.

Kruger National Park a place for tranquil and refreshing business breakaways

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ExperienceMopani




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Fine point pen

500ml bottled water


Data projector

Laser pointer

Lectern

TV and DVD

PA System with lapel or handheld microphones


Faxing services


VENUEsitting arrangements Xanasti Matomani 1,2 & 3

(Combined)Matomani 1 & 2

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U-shaped 50 delegates 40 delegates 30 delegates

Schoolroom 120 delegates 54 delegates 30 delegates

Theatre/Cinema 300 delegates 150 delegates 65 delegates

Banquet 120 delegates N/A N/A

sitting arrangements Matomani 1 Matomani 2 Matomani 3




Banquet N/A N/A N/A

ACTIVITIESSelf Drive Game Viewing, Sunrise and Sunset Game Drives, Morning and Afrternoon Bushwalks, Overnight Wilderness Trails, Bushbraais and Bush Breakfasts and In-Camp Walking Trail

Activities available in the park can be tailor made to suite

different group schedules

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Kruger National Park - SkukuzaEx

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PARK LOCATIONNearest Town Hazyview 55 km

Nearest Airport Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport (112 km from Skukuza)


Gate closest to camp Paul Kruger Gate (12 km), Phabeni Gate (39 km)

Gate Times Jan, Feb, Nov & Dec 05h30 - 18h30

Mar, Apr, Aug & Sept & Oct 05h30 - 18h00

May, Jun & Jul 06h00 - 17h30

Applicable speed limit 50 km/h on tar and 40 km/h on gravel

PARK FACILITIESSwimming pool 2 swimming pools available



Fuel Diesel and petrol are available

Bank (ATM) ATM is available

Post Offi ce Available at reception building

Shops Curio and convenience shop

Restaurant 2 A-la-carte restaurants

Disabled access Universally accessible bungalows and cottages

Wedding Venue Conference venues and Skukuza Golf Club

The Nombolo Mdhluli Conference Centre is a new addition to the Skukuza rest camp situated in the southern part of the renowned Kruger National Park. The new 500 seater conference centre was completed in 2010 and is equipped with state of the art audio visual equipment and translation booth, making it suitable to host any high powered multilingual conferences. The centre’s 690m2

fl oor space and 5m ceiling height make it suitable for other uses that includes product launches and exhibitions. The Skukuza rest camp has ample accommodation to house delegates and offers a wide variety of activities and facilities to spice up the conferencing experience.

Kruger National Park a place for tranquil and refreshing business breakaways.

ACTIVITIESSelf Drive Game Viewing, Sunrise and Sunset Game Drives, Morning and Afrternoon Bushwalks, Overnight Wilderness Trails, Bushbraais and Bush Breakfasts, 4x4 Trails, In-Camp Walking Trail, 9 Hole Golf Course, Museum and Amphitheatre and Kids Educational Programs


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ExploreSkukuzaCONFERENCING




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Fine point pen

500ml bottled water


Data projector

Laser pointer

Lectern

TV and DVD

PA System with lapel or handheld microphones


Faxing services

Translation booth services

Internet services


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sitting arrangementsSkukuza

Conference CentreBreakaway 1 Breakaway 2




Banquet 500 delegates N/A N/A

sitting arrangements Breakaway 3 Breakaway 4 Skukuza Auditorium

U-shaped 50 delegates 50 delegates N/A

Schoolroom 30 delegates 30 delegates N/A


Banquet N/A N/A N/A

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Table Mountain National Park

PARK LOCATIONNearest Town Cape Town

Nearest Airport Cape Town International Airport

Gate Times Winter: April - September 07h00 - 17h00

Summer: October - March 06h00 - 18h00

Distance from gate to camp Platteklip Wash Houses – 1 km from Cape Town City Centre -

Buffelsfontein Visitor Centre - Inside Cape Point – ± 5 km from

Cape Point Gate

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PARK FACILITIESAccommodation Platteklip Wash Houses (24 persons)

Inside Cape Point at Olifantsbos Guest Cottage (12 persons)

Eland Family Cottage (6 persons)

Duiker Family Cottage (6 persons)


Shops Curio shops at Cape Point

Restaurant A-la-carte at Cape Point

Disabled access Platteklip Wash Houses and Cape Point

Wedding venue Small weddings - maximum 40 persons

Team Building Group of 40 persons can be catered for

Table Mountain National Park has conference facilities at historical Plateklip Wash Houses at the foot of Table Mountain and at Buffelsfontein Visitor Centre inside Cape Point.

Table Mountain National Park, a natural World Heritage Site, is a haven of magnifi cent mountains plunging into crystal seas fringed with the bleached white sands of the Cape Peninsula. Add to this magnifi cent tapestry of natural and social history, and you have a destination that has something for everyone – from madcap adrenaline sport fans and families to nature lovers and history buffs. The park stretches around 70 km from Signal Hill and Table Mountain in the north to Cape Point in the south and includes the seas and many of the beaches around the Peninsula.

The conference centres at Platteklip Wash Houses and Buffelsfontein Visitor Center are well equipped to host any high powered business, weddings and other social gatherings.

Table Mountain National Park a place for tranquil and refreshing business breakaways.

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TranquilityTable Mountain




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Fine point pen

500ml bottled water


Data projector

Laser pointer

Lectern

TV and DVD



Faxing services


VENUEPlatteklip Wash House sitting arrangements





Buffelsfontein visitor centre sitting arrangements





ACTIVITIESHiking/Nature Trails, Guided Overnight Trails, Mountain Biking, Bushbraais, Scenic Picnics, Hang/Paragliding and Rock Climbing

Activities available in the park can be tailor made to suite

different group schedules

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Golden Gate Highlands National Park - Golden Gate HotelRe

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The Golden Gate Hotel and Chalets has much to offer in terms of classy conferencing. Its tranquil setting helps to ease the mind and add to productivity. The Golden Gate Conference Centre is fully equipped and consist of fi ve venues. The Golden Gate Hotel and Chalets has a team of professional co-ordinators who take pride in assisting clients to make their conference, meeting, event or launch as hassle free as possible. The hotel’s fi ve venues: Free State Room, Ribbok, Oribi, Blesbok and Eland, offer the perfect setting for productive conferencing.

Golden Gate Highlands National Park a place for tranquil and refreshing business breakaways.

PARK LOCATIONNearest Town Clarens (17 km) and Bethlehem (60 km) from the Park

Nearest Airport Bloemfontein, Johannesburg and Durban – all ± 300 km from the

Park


Gate Times Open Access Park

PARK FACILITIESAccommodation Hotel and Chalets 88 units

Additional Accommodation:

Glen Reenen Rest Camp (34 units),

Mountain Retreat (8 units)

Basotho Cultural Village (24 units)


Fuel Diesel and petrol available at Glen Reenen Rest Camp

Shops Curio shop at hotel and convenience Shop at Glen Reenen


Disabled access Universally accessible units available in hotel and chalets

Wedding venue Can be catered for

Team Building Can be catered for

Golf course In Clarens

ACTIVITIESHiking/ Nature Trails, Abseiling, Horse riding, Canoeing, Tennis, Mountain Biking and Basotho Cultural Tour


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Fine point pen

500ml bottled water


Data projector

Laser pointer

Lectern

TV and DVD



Faxing services


VENUEsitting arrangements

Free Sate Eland Ribbok Blesbok Oribi

U-shaped 100 delegates 45 delegates 40 delegates 20 delegates 18 delegates

Schoolroom 300 delegates 100 delegates 60 delegates 30 delegates 24 delegates

Theatre/Cinema 300 delegates 100 delegates 60 delegates 30 delegates 24 delegates

Banquet 300 delegates 100 delegates 60 delegates 30 delegates 24 delegates

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PARK LOCATIONNearest Town Wilderness (2 km) and George (15 km)

Nearest Airport George (15 km from the camp)


Gate closest to camp There is only one main gate on the N2

Gate Times 05h00 - 18h00 - security guards on standby for late arrivals.


Distance from gate to camp 500m

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PARK FACILITIESAccommodation 33 units and 121 camping sites


Fuel Available in town 2 km from the camp

Bank (ATM) Available in town, 4 kms from the camp

Post offi ce Available in town, 4 kms from the camp

Shops Available in town, 4 kms from the camp

Restaurant Contract caterers can be arranged

Disabled access Universally accessible units available

Wedding venue Can be catered for

Golf course Is available in George (15 km)

Team building Can be catered for

The Loeries’ Nest Conference Centre is part of the Ebb & Flow South Camp of the Wilderness National Park. The park is located in the heart of the Garden Route and is set in a captivating world of lakes, rivers, estuaries and beaches that gently unfold against a backdrop of lush forest and lofty mountains.

The major attraction for the area are nature trails that wind through densely wooded forest and along tranquil rivers. In spring, a carpet of fl owers further enhances the beauty of this area.

The Loerie’s Nest Conference Centres is well equipped to host small business or social gathering

The Wilderness National Park a place for tranquil and refreshing business breakaways.

Garden Route National Park - Wilderness

ACTIVITIESHiking/Nature Trails, Mountain Biking, Birding, Canoeing, Dolphin & Whale Watching, Beach visits, Heritage site visits, Paragliding and Abseiling


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ExperienceWilderness




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Fine point pen

500ml bottled water


Data projector

Laser pointer

Lectern

TV and DVD



Faxing services


VENUELoeries’ Nest conference centre sitting arrangements





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