1.) Tiffindell Ski Resort 
A unique South African winter escape that offers skiers of all levels the chance to cut their way through the slopes. From bunny hills to the main trail, Tiffindell provides beginner, intermediate and advanced lesson. End your day curled up by the fire with a steaming cup of hot coco in one of Tiffindell’s many chalets, or for those not yet ready to go to bed, enjoy the night life at the highest pub in South Africa, Ice Station.

2.) Matroosberg Mountains
Your own wintery adventure is waiting to happen in the Matroosberg Private Nature Reserve. From classic extreme sports – like abseiling and kloofing – iconic to South Africa to more brisk activities such as ice climbing and snow safaris, Matroosberg transports you to a winter wonderland. After a day of playing on these mountains warm up by the indoor braai in the Goatherds House, enjoying the tranquility of sleeping mountainside in this 100 year old cottage.

3.) Sani Mountain Lodge
Riding along the ‘Dragon’s Spine’ of the Drakensberg Mountains sits the Sani Mountain Lodge, your home away from home overlooking the legendary Sani Pass. A winding trail once used by pack animals to carry goods, now your entrance to a whole other world. With passport in hand you will walk among the fascinating people of Basotho who practice a simple lifestyle herding livestock among the peaks. Complete your day with a mug of mulled wine at the lodge’s snow covered pub.

4.) Maliba Mountain Lodge 
Wake up in the “Kingdom in the Sky” amongst the peaks of Tsehlanyane National Park enjoying the mountainous view from your 5 star chalet veranda. Spend your days ‘surfing’ the slopes at Afriski. Or for a touch of history, be intrigued by the ancient Liphofung Caves, once home to the people of the stone age, and walk within the footprints of dinosaurs at the banks of the Subeng River. Finish your day fireside in your own personal spa bath.

5.) Gauteng Mount Grace Country House & Spa
Escape the demands of every day life in this luxurious spa house, where your only concern is what to choose next on the menu. Guests can peruse a selection of facials, body wraps, massages and grooming treatments. There is also a list of packages and seasonal offers to choose from. For those who would prefer to enjoy the picnics in the countryside, or visiting the local vineyards instead, there is always the complimentary spa facilities including a hydrotherapy journey, steam room, jacuzzi, flotation pool, rock pool, and reflexology walkway.