Activities
@ Dawson’s Game and Trout Lodge

Bird Watching
The area hosts a unique combination of bird species to trill even the most avid birder. Some speciaes include Knysna Louries, Malachite Hum bird, Olive Bush-Shrike, Trumpeter Hornbill and many more occasional visitors and seasonal migrants. Bring your binoculars or borrow ours.

Game Viewing
Dawson’s does not have any dangerous animals on the property, so it is the ideal opportunity to view game safely on foot. Our daily game drives will provide you with the opportunity to either walk from a point or enjoy a unique bush picnic set up on top of a hill overlooking the valley.

Fly Fishing
While away the hours by doing what comes naturally at one of our seven well-stocked dams. Let us offer you expert tuition or set up a gourmet picnic for you to enjoy whilst you practice the art of casting. We practise catch and release only.

All of our guests have full access to a wide variety of activities whilst staying at Dawsons Game and Trout Lodge. There is something for everyone – whether you want to wander along the river on an afternoon stroll or go on a Quad biking Adventure, we can organise it for you.
    
Hiking and Walking

The hiking or walking opportunities on Dawson’s are endless. Walk along 100-year-old water canals to a spectacular waterfall or climb to Leonard’s Rock, the highest point of the surrounding mountains, and enjoy the magnificent view overlooking the entire valley. Restricted by very little as there are no dangerous animals to be wary of, you can explore every inch of our 2000 hectare property. As a result, we are an ideal location for young children to experience nature and make the most of wide-open spaces. Please ensure you let us know where you plan to hike and that all necessary safety precautions are adhered to.   

Horseback Safaris

Hoofbeat Safari's – offers professional horse rides for all ages and gives you the opportunity to enjoy the beautiful lowveld scenery as well as game viewing on horseback. Great packages are on offer which adds value to your ride and really creates that experience of a life time". Visit www.hoofbeatsafaris.com for more information.

Sightseeing in and Around Dawsons

Dawson’s Game and Trout Lodge, is situated in Mpumalanga (meaning “the rising sun”) which is well known for its spectacular scenery, wild life and historical interest. Exciting day drives can be taken to nearby Barberton, Pilgrims Rest (home of the South Africa’s historic Gold Rush), Grasskop, Sabie and Swaziland, as well as the Kruger National Park.
    
Quad Biking

This is a great activity for families to enjoy together as well as corporate groups as part of a team building exercise. We offer some thrilling and exceptionally beautiful trails with something for everyone to enjoy.
    
Archery

In no time a total novices will be hitting the target in good groupings and notching respectable scores thanks to the expert tuition of our experienced instructors.
    
Clay Pigeon Shooting

Experience the thrill of a clay pigeon disappearing in a cloud of dust in mid air. A variety of course layouts cater for all, from families to corporate groups. All equipment included. We give you the opportunity to give this noble sport a respectable try – you‘ll surprise yourself how well you do under the expert guidance and reassuring manner of professionals.

Please note that some of the above activities are not part of the overall accommodation cost and may carry an extra cost. Please contact the lodge to get more information on these costs.