Birds, trees, flowers, medicinal plants and mountains. Discover the wonder of nature at the Cavern this weekend. Join one or all of these fascinating activities to learn how the trees, birds, rocks, mountains and people of this place, past and present, fit together in a marvellous way.
John Roff is a highly regarded professional nature and geology guide who has spent his life making the wonders of the earth accessible and interesting for people of all ages.
For a window into how John makes nature come alive, please visit johnroff.co.za and his Facebook page.
Dates for 2025:
Friday 31 Oct – Sunday 2 November
Proposed Programme
Friday
18h30
Meet in the Conference Room for a talk; Stories in the stones – an introduction to the remarkable rock formations of the Drakensberg, and their ancient origins
Saturday
07h00
Beginners birdwatching in the garden.
09h30
A family nature walk with tea & Cavern crunchies in the mountain wilderness.
20h00
Night walk in the Fern Forest. Meet in the main lounge.
Sunday
09h00
Medicinal, useful and beautiful plants of the Cavern gardens
12h30 Sunday lunch & depart at your leisure
Rates:
R4040 per person sharing in standard accommodation for the weekend (2 nights)
The rate includes accommodation, all meals, teas and guided walks and talks with John Roff.
We will be visiting South Africa from the Netherlands and would like to join the Nature weekend in October. We would like to arrive on Friday 11th and leave on Monday 14th October
Hello Elizabeth
That is lovely. We will send details through and Reservations will be in touch with a booking.
Warm wishes,
Megan