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A Road Less Travelled To A Place Most Beautiful.

5.0 of 5 bubblesReviewed 20 Nov 2020
We spent three nights at Duckbay Lodge. We were upgraded from Fisherman's Cottage. This was very generous move by management and resulted in us getting high value for the price we paid. Duckbay Lodge is highly recommended. Clean, with quality furnishings made us feel "at home." Spacious and well equipped. We had rainy weather most of our stay, and did no fly-fishing. Our walks in the gaps in the weather, were greatly enjoyed, the mountains and the changing colours were spectacular! The abundance of firewood afforded the opportunity to dry out in comfort after rain drenching. The variety of bird life we could observe from Duckbay was another added surprise. The loaf of freshly baked bread and trout pate appreciated. Thanks to Natasha and team for a memorable stay. Goschen is well named after Joshua's mountain and valley portion of the Promised Land. It is a unique and beautiful place.
Date of stay: November 2020
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    Reviewed 29 October 2020

    We loved every minute of our stay at Giants Cup Wilderness Reserve. Tash upgraded us to stay at Duckbay Lodge, which is on the edge of the lake.
    Birdspotting was incredible, the walks were great, views unbeatable.
    Trout pate with yummy homebred bread was a treat. Wish we could've stayed longer.

    Date of stay: October 2020
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    Reviewed 23 October 2020

    Excellent location, with magnificent views of the Drakensberg mountains, the chalets are well maintained and serviced, making for an extremely comfortable stay, well worth the stay and we would highly recommend it.

    Date of stay: October 2020
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    Natasha Avni, Marketing at Giants Cup Wilderness Reserve, responded to this reviewResponded 25 October 2020

    Thank you for your kind feedback. So glad you enjoyed your stay. Hopefully see you back again soon.

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    Reviewed 12 October 2020

    Great tranquil location in the Heart of the Drakensberg!
    Awesome hikes, with amazing birds in the vicinity and breathtaking views.
    Cosy accomodation close to the lake with great hosts. All facilities we required was there.

    Date of stay: October 2020
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    Natasha Avni, Marketing at Giants Cup Wilderness Reserve, responded to this reviewResponded 13 October 2020

    Thank you for your kind review! We hope to welcome you back again soon.

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    Reviewed 19 July 2020

    Giants Cup Wilderness ticked all the boxes. If you are into fly fishing, hiking or just looking for a weekend away this is the spot. The dam is the most scenic and stunning trout dam in the country with gin clear water and hard fighting trout.

    Date of stay: July 2020
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    Natasha Avni, Marketing at Giants Cup Wilderness Reserve, responded to this reviewResponded 13 October 2020

    Thank you Barry! We are so glad you enjoyed your stay!

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    Reviewed 17 January 2020

    Wonderful service, in a phenomenal setting. We stayed in a lovely secluded cottage, that had everything we needed. The staff are so friendly, and the freshly baked bread they delivered to us was an unexpected treat! Gorgeous views and utter relaxation in the midst of nature. Plenty of photo opportunities for the camera enthusiast, and beautiful walking trails. Herds of eland ambling along in the distance, and to experience that magical call of the jackal at the end of the day was the highlight of an incredible stay. Will definitely be back!! Would certainly recommend it to anyone.

    Date of stay: February 2019
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    Giantscup, Manager at Giants Cup Wilderness Reserve, responded to this reviewResponded 19 January 2020

    Thank you for such a lovely review Mrs Kelly! We really enjoy having guests like you that appreciate what nature has to offer. Hopefully see you back here for another visit again soon.

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