What makes the Drakensberg in South Africa such a great agri-tourism destination?
Have you ever considered to spend your holiday on a “real, working farm” which offers all kinds of agri-tourism attractions. You can bottle feed lambs, collect eggs from the free range hens, watch the cows being milked and help pick the ingredients for your evening meal. Strawberries taste best eaten directly as you pick them.
Some of the activities on offer include learning to make cheese, animal petting farms and so much more. Children delight in petting the animals and watching some of the farming activities. Life is lived at a gentler pace where outdoors and open space are valued more than video games.
Ideas for your agri-tourism experience
Learn to make cheese. At Antbear Lodge the milk comes from their own cows and this one day course allows you to learn how to make cheese in small quantities. Generally its best to start with the simple feta cheeses and work your way up to mozzarella, goude and peccorino. There is something special about being able to take home some cheese that you have just helped make.
Get your hands dirty with some woodwork - Woodworking skills can be learned and at the same time you can make something to take back with you.
Experience farm life be warned, once you have been here a few days you might want to stay forever.
Great for children
Petting farm – Young children can enjoy interacting with farm animals and watch the cow being milked. Of course they need to be up early. Then there are chickens, geese, ducks, turkeys, horses, donkeys, a mule, sheep, pigs and more to be discovered.
Mountain biking – There is no greater fun than getting the bikes out and riding the dirt trails around the farm.
Hiking Trails – Farms are renowned for the excellent hiking opportunities they offer. Get out and explore the hills with spectacular views of the Drakensberg Mountains.
Horse Rides – If you are going to visit a farm then you are in for a treat. Go for an outride and enjoy the nature.
Activities available while in these agri-tourism environments.
Enjoy cool river walks or long hillside hikes through the trails surrounding the cottages and neighboring farms.
Cheese Tasting. At Marakesh Cheese Farm Visitors can expect to be taken through a tasting of between 8 to 10 different types of cheese, (depending on the time of year) with an informative discussion about each type of cheese. This is one that is not to be missed.
Romesco offers olive tasting with some of the most interesting options being chili Kalamata or even a berry kalamata.
Visit the Drakensberg Brewery and enjoy a pure mountain brew.
Spend the day at a farmers market. Expect to find local produce, bespoke goods and services, an eatery, and a beer garden. There is certainly something for everyone and remember local food and supplies support local families!
Agri-Tourism experiences in the Drakensberg
Antbear Eco Lodge & Farm
Antbear Farm is a working farm that has a heard of Nguni Cattle and has a small scale organic food producing farming environment for self sufficiency. Previously it was a dairy farm that had been left to go to ruin. Andrew and Conny have done extraordinary things that have brought new life to a once abandoned piece of land. The farm is now home to horses, donkeys, goats, ducks, chickens, geese, turkeys, dogs, cows, pigs and a few cats most of which have been taken in as rescues.
Antbear Lodge through its agritourism concept gives you a chance to learn about the lives of rural people, their culture and their customs while creating employment. Agritourism results in skills development, closer communities, and new opportunities for rural women. The potential of Agritourism in South Africa to uplift local communities is huge and is very much supported by us.
Young children can enjoy interacting with farm animals and watch the cow being milked. Of course they need to be up early. Then there are chickens, geese, ducks, turkeys, horses, donkeys, a mule, sheep, pigs and more to be discovered. You can try bass fishing in one of the farm dams and there is plenty of excellent bird watching all over the farm.
Antbear Lodge excels at hospitality. This is an agri-tourism holiday you will remember forever.
Ardmore Guest Farm
Ardmore Guest Farm is situated in the scenic Champagne Valley in the Central Drakensberg. You will enjoy stunning views of the three highest peaks in South Africa. Mafadi (highest peak at 3450m) Injisuti Dome (second highest at 3410m) and the majestic Champagne Castle (third highest at 3377m) which are all situated in South Africa’s latest World Heritage Site. This is a malaria free area.
You will receiving a warm welcome which makes all the difference and that's what Ardmore Guest Farm excels at. This is a great for children too who will love the ducks, goats, sheep and the fact that you can bring your pet along.
Great food and friendly staff. If you want a tranquil spot in a great location, then Ardmore Guest Farm is for you! Your stay will be memorable and thoroughly enjoyed.
Experience the Drakensberg, Estcourt, 3310, South Africa.
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