Photo credit: Ezemvelo KZN Wildlife
About this place
Garden Castle, in the southern Maloti-Drakensberg Park, is a hiker's base beneath the Rhino Peak and Mzimkhulu wilderness, with trails, rock art and picnic sites, plus access to the Giant's Cup hiking trail huts. A quiet campsite (no plug points) lies amid the foothills. Operated by Ezemvelo KZN Wildlife. Rates are per campsite (Standard season) for the stated minimum, with a per-person supplement.
Hiking trails
Nature trails
Mountain view
Braai area
Scenic views
Bird watching
Get to know where you stay
Choose a room type. We confirm availability with Ezemvelo KZN Wildlife once you send your dates.

Nature
13 animals, 30 birds and 6 trees and plants recorded here or nearby.
These are records, not promises. Wild animals and birds move, so sightings are never guaranteed.

This area is a beautiful destination in KwaZulu-Natal, offering visitors access to local amenities, natural attractions, and the authentic character of South African life.
Garden Castle is in KwaZulu-Natal. The map on this page shows the area.
Check-in is from 14:00 and check-out is by 10:00. Contact the camp directly if you need to arrange early check-in or late check-out.
Campsite (10 of them) sleeps 6 each.
Pick dates on this Spekboom page and request availability. We confirm with Ezemvelo KZN Wildlife, they assign the unit, then you pay on Spekboom.
Request availability. Send your dates and we will confirm availability with Ezemvelo KZN Wildlife.
Staying at more than one place?
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