Golden Gate Highlands National Park

Birding, Free State, Hiking, Horse Riding, Mountain Biking, Mountains, Rock Art, Trail running

Why Visit?

Come explore Golden Gate Highlands National Park with us. There are many adventures to choose from! Night walks, exotic bird watching and the game drives are unforgettable. The lush ridges provide a picture perfect backdrop for any pick nick or outing.

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Getting There

Bordering Lesotho, this park is a 4-hour drive from both Joburg and Durban. 14-hours from Cape Town. 3-hours from nearby Bloemfontein.

Accommodation

The Golden Gate Highlands National Park offers a wide range of accommodation alternatives.

The park-run Glen Reenen Rest Camp has 60 campsites and 32 thatched self-catering houses.

In the midst of the national park, the Highlands Mountain Retreat is a collection of eight self-catering family cabins.

The Golden Gate Hotel, a high-end hotel with cutting-edge features, is also nearby.

Costs

From R280 to R2900 per person per night
R60 per adult, per day conservation fees for South Africans
R240 per adult, per day conservation fees for international visitors

Golden Gate Highlands Photos

Get inspired with these photos of the Golden Gate Highlands National Park.

VISIT Golden Gate Highlands

Go to the SANParks website to book your next day visit or holiday to the Golden Gate Highlands National Park.

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