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For an adventure of a lifetime come to Biggarsberg Horse Trails.

Based on Larksend Farm we offer the novice and experienced rider a wonderful opportunity to combine the excitement of horseback riding and the comfort of first-class accommodation in an area that is of great natural beauty.

We structure the adventure to YOUR needs, offering you the adventure you can only imagine.
Open grasslands, umkhamba trees, clear sparkling streams and views that stretch as far as the Drakensberg 90km away are all part of the splendour of The Biggarsberg. Enjoy the privilege of seeing a wide variety of birds and plains game protected by the Biggarsberg Conservancy. The trails are run throughout the year and are 2 to 4 days. Overnight accommodation is at excellent guest houses or self-catering cottages. Daily saddlebag lunches are served on the trails.

Outrides, dayrides and Battlefields on horseback are also available. All transporting of luggage between the various overnight stops will be taken care of.
Trails can be made up to suite individual time-tables and requirements. The 2 and 4 day trails are examples for your perusal and can be changed if need be.

Set in the beautiful bushveld of the Natal Midlands, 10kms from Estcourt and the N3; Slievyre – A private nature reserve provides the perfect place for family reunions, quiet holidays, romantic getaways or just an overnight stop
The camp is situated in one hectare of fenced mature lawned gardens and consists of five traditionally built stone and thatch chalets.

The camp comfortably sleeps twenty four people. Four of the chalets are twin/double, one sleeps three people with the fifth being a nine bed family chalet. All have private/en-suite shower rooms and the kitchens are equipped with all self-catering facilities.

Fresh bedding and towels are provided for every guest and the chalets are cleaned daily. Two lapa adjoin the chalets, both have tables and chairs and built-in braai area, they are cleaned daily and the firewood is restocked
Slievyre extends to 2 000ha, and is classified as bushveld. Whilst out walking or driving on the farm, animals you will encounter include Giraffe, Kudu, Waterbuck, Zebra, Wildebeest and numerous smaller antelope. The farm is also home to more than 200 species of birds.

Guests are welcome to fish free of charge, just bring your tackle. All residential guests are welcome to join us for a game drive.

On Slievyre we have swimming pool with adjoining children’s pool, walking trails, fishing, bird watching, game drives, 4×4 trails, jungle gym, night drives, board games, quad trails, camping, lawn games and TV/DVD film library.

Nearby places to visit is Weenen Game Reserve 15 km, The Battlefields 45 km, and Central Drakensberg g 50 km, Midlands Meander 45 km, Howick Falls 75 km, Wagendrift Dam 15km and Fort Durnford 10 km.

Each cottage has:

• Two Bedrooms.
• Lounge & dining room.
• Fully equipped kitchen with stove, double door fridge and microwave.
• Bathroom – bath & shower combination.
• DSTV
• Panel heaters in lounge and bedrooms.

Provided are the following:

• Selection of teas & coffee in each kitchen.
• Iron & ironing board.
• Braai facilities.

Also available:

• Self service token operated laundry for guests – washer & tumble dryer. 

Situated on fully secured premises:

• Large parking area.
• Electric gate.
• Electric fencing all round.
• 24 hour monitoring by local security company.