Balgowan Holiday Deals

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Holidays in Balgowan

Your last proper vacay feel like it was centuries ago? Easy — book a ticket to Balgowan and you'll be heading off before you know it!

It lies 450 kilometres to the southeast of Pretoria, the capital city of South Africa.

Mother Nature's splendour can be found in many places around Balgowan. Just 20 kilometres away, Howick Public Falls is a terrific place to start. Umgeni Valley Nature Reserve sits 20 kilometres away and is another delightful spot to enjoy some peace and quiet.

If you're the type of traveller who loves experiencing the true local vibe of the place you're visiting, Pietermaritzburg Oval should be top of your must-see list. Look into what live events are on during your stay and cheer along with excited local sports fans. You'll find the stadium 40 kilometres away in Pietermaritzburg.

Nottingham Road, 11 kilometres to the northwest, is popular for the Gowrie Farm Golf Course and Fort Nottingham Nature Reserve. Why not make your way there and swing by these wonderful attractions? Alternatively, you could head to Lions River, 12 kilometres to the southeast of Balgowan, for the Howick Golf Club and the Howick Museum.

Feel like going to the Tatham Art Gallery, the National Botanical Gardens and Pietermaritzburg City Hall? Head to Pietermaritzburg, 40 kilometres to the southeast, and set up base. These attractions, along with the Msunduzi Museum and the Macrorie House Museum, are all close at hand.

Tease your taste buds and fill your Instagram with mouthwatering pictures by gorging on some of this destination's excellent food and drink offerings. Just remember to hashtag 'yum'!

If you truly want to see the big pitcher, take the hopportunity to toss back a beer. The schooner the better! Bad beer puns aside, be sure to try Rusty Gun Bitter Ale, one of the most popular local brews.

If you have the good luck to be in Balgowan on the 30th of November, get ready to have a ball! St Andrews Day sees crowds of people joining together to celebrate.

Time spent discovering the beautiful Kwazulu-Natal region is a truly unique experience, and it's sure to have touched you with its magic. But alas, all good things must eventually come to an end.

Need to know where the closest airport is? Well, it's called Durban International Airport (DUR) and you'll find it 100 kilometres east.

Hotels in Balgowan

Lock in your Balgowan hotel right away or you may miss out! With just 12 digs offered on lastminute.com.au, it's a smart idea to act fast!

Looking for a recommendation? The Fordoun Hotel & Spa and Woodridge Country Hotel are neck and neck when it comes to great service and a good night's rest.

Top hotels for your Balgowan holiday

AfriCamps at Gowan Valley - Glamping

AfriCamps at Gowan Valley - Glamping

2 out of 5
AfriCamps at Gowan, Valley Guest Farm R103, Balgowan, KwaZulu-Natal
The price is AU$171 per night from 7 Nov to 8 Nov
AU$171
includes taxes & fees
7 Nov - 8 Nov
With a stay at this campground in Balgowan, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Michaelhouse Nature Reserve and Gowrie Farm Golf Course.
"Clean and comfortable accommodation. Great breakfast and braai packs."

Reviewed on 25 Dec. 2021

AfriCamps at Gowan Valley - Glamping
Beacon Vlei Guest Farm

Beacon Vlei Guest Farm

3.5 out of 5
Beacon Vlei Luxury Guest Farm, B3 D144, Balgowan, KwaZulu-Natal
The price is AU$95 per night from 7 Nov to 8 Nov
AU$95
includes taxes & fees
7 Nov - 8 Nov
Located in Balgowan, Beacon Vlei Guest Farm is within a 15-minute drive of Michaelhouse Nature Reserve and Gowrie Farm Golf Course.
Didn’t live up to expectations
"Could see that this used to be great (when photos were taken) While it was was mostly clean, there was a lot that didn’t live up to the promise or what we paid for. Lots of stains too. The bed linen is specifically tired and needing replacement - in no ways can it be called premium. There was no ..."

Reviewed on 7 Apr. 2023

Beacon Vlei Guest Farm
Arum Hill Lodge

Arum Hill Lodge

3.5 out of 5
Currys Post Road, Balgowan, KwaZulu-Natal
The price is AU$76 per night from 7 Nov to 8 Nov
AU$76
includes taxes & fees
7 Nov - 8 Nov
Located in Balgowan, Arum Hill Lodge is within a 15-minute drive of Michaelhouse Nature Reserve and Gowrie Farm Golf Course.
"Suited us perfectly, well provisioned rooms and facilities."

Reviewed on 1 May 2024

Arum Hill Lodge
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