Rustler's Valley New Year Celebration

A week of high mountain air, living water, cosy campfires and fertile ground - the best New Year's party ingredients around for new year celebrations


Found in the heart of the Orange Free State, Rustler's Valley welcomes the crowds to one of their best bashes: four days leading up to the party to chill and enjoy nature and perhaps attend the Drum Workshop, thereafter four amazing days of entertainment over New Year's Eve (including a day to recover at the end). Probably the longest, most rejuvenating New Year's celebration you've ever been to.

The annual New Year celebration is gaining strength in numbers and in the range of musical (and other) entertainment. As always, revellers are promised live bands and DJs performing an eclectic fusion of music. The line-up is always holistic and family-friendly, with plenty of drumming, world and "sacred" music in a generally ultra-relaxed atmosphere.

Rustler's always attracts a diverse crowd, with visitors from all over Africa and beyond. The stunning valley gets its name from a hidden canyon where stolen cattle were once concealed until they could be smuggled away for sale.The picturesque setting of Rustler's Valley provides visitors with many varied activities and excursions, from horse riding and polo on the neighbouring farm (Franschoek) to plenty of walks to the Game Farm Thaba Thabo and drumming at Marimba House.

Rustler's Valley New Year Celebration
When: 26th Dec 2006 to 3rd Jan 2007
Where: Rustler's Valley Mountain Lodge
More info: +27 (0) 51 933 3939


Molo says: "Cape Town has much to offer throughout the year, and the New Year rolling in is most definitley no exception. Find all kinds of Festive Season activities as the tourists flock to our sunny shores."

"If you're planning to join in the festivities, check out our accommodation specials to ensure a great price for a gorgeous place."

 

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