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River Cruise
A leisure boat cruise around the peaceful marina, which then takes you just up the Kowie River to the outskirt of town, then back to the Halyards Hotel. . [Entire trip duration: one hour]. . For bookings and more informa... »»
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River Wild Safari
A leisure boat trip from the Halyards Hotel up the Kowie River [11 km] to Mansfield Reserve, lavish game drive, buffet lunch at our Black Rock Restaurant, then a leisure boat trip back to the Halyards Hotel! . . [Entire... »»
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Survivor Braai
A leisure boat trip from the Halyards Hotel up the Kowie River [11 km] to Mansfield Reserve, buffet lunch at our Black Rock Restaurant, then a leisure boat trip back to the Halyards Hotel! . . [Entire trip duration: fou... »»
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Small Motor Boat Hire
The Halyard’s Hotel has medium and small Self-Drive Motorboats for hire, for a slow, relaxing putt around the marina, or up the Kowie River. . . For bookings and more information please contact reception: . . Tel: 2... »»
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Canoe and Paddle Boat Hire
The Halyard?s Hotel has canoe and paddle boats for hire. Head up the Kowie River or around the marina! . . For bookings and more information please contact reception: . . Tel: 27 (0)46 604 3300 . e-Mail: halyards@riv... »»
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River Wild Safari
A leisure boat trip from the Halyards Hotel up the Kowie River [11 km] to Mansfield Reserve, lavish game drive, buffet lunch at our Black Rock Restaurant, then a leisure boat trip back to the Halyards Hotel! . . [Entire... »»
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Survivor Braai
A leisure boat trip from the Halyards Hotel up the Kowie River [11 km] to Mansfield Reserve, buffet lunch at our Black Rock Restaurant, then a leisure boat trip back to the Halyards Hotel! . . [Entire trip duration: fou... »»
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Game Drives
We offer game drives on open game viewing vehicles that will ensure the most memorable game viewing. . . For bookings and more information please contact: . . Tel: 27 (0)46 624 8199 or 27 (0)79 968 0222 . e-Mail: man... »»
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Walking trails and Hikes
The focus of Mansfield Lodge is relaxed and informal and we invite you to discover Mother Nature at her finest. . Walking trails and hikes abound through the grassland and wooded valleys, follow animal routes and learn t... »»
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Game Viewing
Tenahead is a protected area for the conservation of the environment and the natural wildlife resources. Tenahead seeks to make a contribution to nature conservation by: . . Restoring the natural environment. . Re-estab... »»
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Wing Shooting
There is little to compare with the sheer majesty of Drakensberg peaks and valleys coupled with the excitement of pursuing the Greywing Francolin over English Pointers. . Some of the finest game bird hunting in the world... »»
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Fly Fishing
It is a well know fact that the area around Tenahead boasts with some of the finest trout and yellowfish fishing in our country. . Rhodes, Barkly East, Maclear and surrounding areas have over 1000km of fishable water on ... »»
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Flora
Tenahead is divided into three main zones, Montane, from 1280m to about 1830m, Sub-alpine, from 1830m to the Summit plateau ? about 2860m and Alpine, from 2860m to the highest parts of the summit plateau. Most of Tenahea... »»
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Bird Viewing
Birds & Birding Tenahead and the area directly surrounding it have over a 150 different birds species. Many of these species only occur in alpine areas above 7000ft above sea level, numerous tourists venture into this ar... »»
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Rock Art
There are various exhibits of San art in the area directly around Tenahead. Picnics / packed lunches will be provided by the Lodge for the outing. . . The late Stone Age inhabitants are generally regarded as being the S... »»
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Hiking
Tenahead Mountain Reserve boasts with numerous hiking trails that reveal its natural treasures. . . For the less energetic there is the Ox wagon trail. The distance of this trail is approximately 2km. The trail follows ... »»
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Mountain Biking
Tenahead has 8 mountain bikes for guests to use at will to ride along the mountain bike route between 2500 to 2800m above sea level. . . It is possible to ride all the way to Tiffindell Ski Resort 25km along the Lesotho... »»
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Horse Riding
Tenahead Mountain Reserve has seven beautiful ?Boerperd? horses that are surefooted and well equipped to carrying riders to just about any destination on the reserve. . . Hand made saddles are used and riding helmets ar... »»
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Bum Boarding
Tenahead lies in an area of Southern Africa that receives more snow than anywhere else in the region. . . Get your heart racing and your adreneline pumping with bum-boarding - just imagine the pure thrill as you whoosh ... »»
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Vulture Viewing
Tenahead has built a stone vulture restaurant hide on the escarpment overlooking the vistas and valleys 4000 ? 5000 ft below. . . The one way glass of the hide allows guests to view the fantastic feeding of the Bearded ... »»
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Nature Trails
At the Lodge we offer several trails for the exclusive use of our guests. Trails are used at your own risk. Extreme care should be taken when hiking any nature [slippery rocks, etc]. Wear comfortable walking shoes and ta... »»
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Popular Attractions in the Area
Every morning after breakfast, we have a brochure display in our Restaurant on the bar counter. You are welcome to browse…. And enjoy fun-filled days!!! . . ... »»
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