Newcastle is the third-biggest city in the area of KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa, with a populace of 363,236 residents as of the 2011 registration. 56,144 of these natives live in Newcastle West, while the equalization of the populace dwell in the fundamental townships of Madadeni and Osizweni, which shape Newcastle East.
Newcastle Tourist Attractions
Chelmsford Nature Reserve
Chelmsford Nature Reserve is situated about 26km from Newcastle and 70km from Ladysmith in the Battlefields region of KwaZulu-Natal. The Ngagane River flows through the reserve and the Chelmsford Dam, the third largest in the province, is the main attraction for swimming, boating, skiing, jet skiing, kite surfing and freshwater fishing.
The reserve is also well stocked with buck including the rare oribi as well as springbok, red hartebeest and blesbok. There are also well over 200 bird species in the park. Chelmsford is one of the few protected areas in KwaZulu-Natal that offers trophy hunting. Accommodation in Chelmsford consists of eight 5-bed chalets close to the water’s edge with beautiful views as well as two fully electrified campsites, Leokop with 10 sites and Sandford with 21. Caravans can be accommodated as well.
The Ncandu Nature Reserve in the northern Drakensberg is managed as an extension to Chelmsford although it is 40km away. This reserve consists of steep, forested gorges divided by grassland plateaus, with trails that wind down through sandstone cliffs into yellowwood forests following the Ncandu river valley with beautiful waterfalls. Accommodation is provided in a 4-bed rustic mountain hut. It is well worth a visit.
Getting there: the reserve is on the Ladysmith-Newcastle road approximately 26km from Newcastle.
Ingogo Hiking Trail
The 2 day Ingogo Hiking Trail is located on the 3000 Ha Dunblane Trout and Golf Estate in the stunningly beautiful Northern Drakensberg at the foot of the 2000m high escarpment near Newcastle. The start is at the Dunblane Estate office and the first day will take you up Donkey’s Pass and Baboons’s Pass as you climb 2000m aided by a rope where necessary. You will then descend to the Ingogo River where you will overnight.
The accommodation consists of 3 stone cottages with electricity, hot water, flush toilets and kitchens stocked with crockery and cutlery.
Mountain Biking on Normandien Pass
This 91-km, circuit route is an ideal ride for endurance training. The route is very scenic, meandering through the foothills of the Drakensberg. It is all along secondary dirt roads, except for a 21-km tarred stretch at the end of the route.
The Normandien Pass is the highlight of the ride. Stop and admire the view from ‘Noah’s Ark’, which is a large rock shaped like a boat, at the 57km mark. Ahead of you lies Newcastle and the charming Chelmsford Dam. The descent down Normandien Pass is steep and technically demanding, so make sure your brakes are in order.
Accommodation
Grey Goose Game Lodge
BED & BREAKFAST ACCOMMODATION IN NEWCASTLE
The Grey Goose Game Lodge is situated at the foot of the Drakensburg Mountains on the outskirts of Newcastle. Whether for business or pleasure we are a fantastic getaway, offering a great service in beautiful surroundings.
We boast 30 luxury en -suite room that are tastefully decorated. Each room is air conditioned and has a HD TV with the Full DSTV hospitality bouquet.
The farm boasts a variety of game which roams freely around the lodge, after a long day take a walk in our surroundings to rejuvenate your soul.
We are a family orientated lodge and children have right of way. For the hot summer days, kids can cool off in the swimming pool or in the farm dams, the huge jungle gym area with a trampoline is designed for hours of fun. There is ample space for children to run wild, chasing bunnies or play hide and seek.
The business traveler should not feel left out, we offer Wi-Fi vouchers, a conference facility and a private lounge.Gooseberries, our a la carte Restaurant will tantalize your taste buds, our menu has recently been updated to cater for everyone’s palate and pocket.Our MTB track and running trail are an added bonus for the sports enthusiast.Become part of our family – we can’t wait to welcome you!
Venues
We are geared up to make your function, whether it be a business function, wedding, birthday party or just a social event, a huge success and we provide everything you need to make it to your perfection.
Accommodation
Accommodation at Grey Goose Game Lodge is stylish yet homely, reflecting the comfortable countryside lifestyle that our stunning location affords, experience the splendour of the Drakensberg. Exquisite views of the Mountains can be enjoyed!
Each of the beautifully-decorated rooms at Grey Goose Game lodge offers guests a perfect sanctuary from which to experience the splendour of the Drakensberg Mountains. Exquisite views of the Grey Goose gardens, Game roaming and surrounding mountains can be enjoyed, while the Garden Rooms offer a more private and secluded setting. We can accommodate up to 64 people at any time and all our rates do include breakfast
Does your family consist of as many members as a herd of zebras? Then we have the perfect accommodation for you at our Zebra corner. We have two Family Units consisting of two single beds and one double bed.
We also have three standard Double bed rooms and one Twin Room with two single beds available in this corner. Each room has an en-suite bathroom with a shower, DSTV, air-conditioning, a complimentary Tea & Coffee Station and undercover parking.
The Zebra corner is surrounded with spectacular views and if you are lucky enough our zebras might even pop by to say hello.
Honeymoon Suite
Spend a memorable night nested in luxury & comfort in our Honeymoon Suite. You will experience comfort and opulence that will make your stay a memorable one.
This luxurious room has a Queen-Sized bed with a separate bathroom area and a spectacular garden themed shower and ball and claw bath. The room has DSTV, air-conditioning, bar fridge, a complimentary Tea & Coffee Station and undercover parking
Gooseberries
Gooseberries offers an a la carte menu Mondays to Saturdays, we serve a buffet supper on Wednesdays, and a buffet lunch on Sundays.
Activities – More than accommodation, The Grey Goose is the place to be!
We are proud to be one of the few places in Newcastle to offer a variety of fun activities that you will enjoy without having to leave Grey Goose Game Lodge.
We don’t just offer the standard service you would expect.
Added value services include room service, laundry, rooms serviced daily, free undercover parking, WIFI in social areas, fully air-conditioned rooms with HD TV.
We will make your stay remarkable with a host of exciting activities, exquisite food, tranquil accommodation and breath-taking scenery.
Our activities and services include:
Restaurant
Venues
Breath taking game drives
Cycling trails
Exhilarating helicopter flips
Fishing
Two day hike up the Northern Drakensberg mountains
Kidsville
Paintball
Parkrun
Picnics
Pony rides
Running/walking trail
Vulintaba | Country Estate
vulintaba country hotel
golf club house
Luxury and elegance comes standard at Vulintaba. The estate is home to a magnificent 4-star hotel where you will be treated to first class hospitality and panoramic views of the surrounding landscape. The hotel boasts 62 superior rooms, 4 inter-leading family rooms and 3 suites, a la carte restaurant with Sunday Buffets and a Bar. Vulintaba’s stylish conference facilities can host up to 600 guests, which are the preferred venue for meetings and conferences and offers a charming wedding chapel which has stolen the hearts of numerous couples in search of a fairy tale venue for their special day. Vulintaba Estate offers guests a 9 whole golf course with 18 tee variations with pro shop, driving range and academy as well as a fully operated club house. Mountain bikers, trail runners and hiking enthusiast are spoiled for choice to explore the estate and surrounding landscapes. In total, Vulintaba, covers over 50km of trails, taking you through the valley, over mountains, through rivers and over grassy plains. We are situated 30KM from town.
Casino, Cinema, Spa and History
The hotel is situated within one of Newcastle’s top attractions, the Blackrock Casino which offers fun, entertainment and thrills for the whole family. The Blackrock Casino and Entertainment centre offers a choice of slots and table games and an entertainment area for kids.
To book a room you can do it in the following websites.
Blckrock court-https://www.tsogosun.com/garden-court-blackrock-newcastle/local-attractions.
Newcastle,Kwazulu-Natal 