Activities
Amatava caters for nature lovers, adventurers, corporate clients, families and friends with activities that include:
Bird watching - Amatava has over 300 bird species to view. Amongst them you may find the Bronze-winged Courser, Crowned Plover, Paradise Flycatcher and many more.
4 X 4 Trails - Both vehicle and Quad riders are challenged with the mixed terrain Amatava offers. Out-rides of 40 to 80 kilometers, accompanied by a back-up vehicle, cooler box and braai necessities make these trips an unforgettable experience for both riders and spectators.
Horseback-riding & mountain-bike trails - Mountain-biking and horseback-rides on various trails offer our guests a unique experience of nature and its abundance of wildlife. Amatava is equipped to train beginners for horse-riding and teach them the principles of care and safety.
Star- gazing - Discover the southern night skies in a truly magnificent setting where the Milky Way's only rival is the amber glow of the campfire light.
Fishing - a variety of fish can be found in the waters of Amatava and close surroundings.
Paint Ball - Challenging each other in the Amatava bushveld, promises to be uniquely different and adventurous. Amatava has its own equipment and instructors offering training for beginners.
Clay Pigeon shooting and archery - Over the stretches of the Stryd-poort mountain range, you can hear the thundering of shotguns as the flying clay pigeons test its shooter's skills. Alternatively you can hear the whistle of your arrows as you take aim at our 3D targets. Amatava offers technical assistance and guidance for beginners.
Youth Camps - offering all the fun of our activities, Amatava Youth Camps are developed to teach important life skills while having fun. In the safety and capability of our well qualified and specialised staff, guests will be treated with respect and can look forward to activities such as:
- Fauna & flora identification
- Hiking and mountain climbing
- Explanation of the food chain and agricultural activities
- Trees and the need to protect them
- The basics of camping & bush survival
- The basics of archery and target-shooting
- Fishing
- Horse-back riding
- Teambuilding & self-development
- Motivational speeches etc.
Father & Son breakaways - Catering for both adult and child, Amatava provides the ideal setting for the transfer of skills & culture, whilst fathers bond with their beloved sons.
