Graskop Gorge Lift Company - The Lift
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NOTICE:

BIG SWING AND ZIPLINE CLOSED FOR ROUTINE MAINTENANCE: 30 OCTOBER TO 3 NOVEMBER

Please note that the Graskop Gorge Lift Co's Big Swing and Zipline will be closed for routine maintenance, ahead of the festive season, on 30 October, 31 October, 1 November and 2 November. Both activities will re-open on Friday, 3 November.

BUT, THERE’S STILL PLENTY TO DO AT GGLC:
The viewing lift and forest experience, suspension bridge, restaurants, shops and craft centre will be open during this time!

NOTICE:

The Graskop Gorge Lift Company is a CASHLESS facility.

Discover A World Below:
Embark on a Serene Descent with the Viewing Lift

Ready for an unforgettable journey? The Viewing Lift, a first-of-its-kind experience in Africa, invites you to descend 51 metres into the heart of the ancient Afromontane Forest.

This glass-fronted elevator provides stunning vistas of the Drakensberg Escarpment as you gently glide down the cliff face. Accessible to all, including wheelchair users, the one-minute ride offers a smooth and comfortable descent.

Embrace the fresh air and lush greenery as you enter the vibrant forest below. Be in awe of the engineering feat behind the Lift, with its impressive 240 tons of concrete foundation and 88 tons of steel shaft ensuring a safe and secure experience.

More than just a ride, the Viewing Lift is a gateway to exploration. Begin your adventure today!

Fast Facts

Graskop Gorge Lift Company
Contact Details
Phone
+27 (0)13 767 1144
Mobile
+27 (0)66 305 1572/3
Mail
info@gglc.co.za
Social Media
Business Hours Monday to Sunday: 08h30 to 17h00
(Last Lift Experience, Big Swing and Zipline tickets are sold at 17h00, weather permitting).
Last food orders for both the Lift Café and Swing Café are at 16h30 and drinks until 17h00. IMPORTANT NOTICE! The Graskop Gorge Lift Company is a CASHLESS facility.
Where to find us Situated just outside of Graskop on the R533 towards Hazyview (on the opposite side of the gorge to the Big Swing).
GPS 24°56'45.0"S 30°50'30.4"E
Selected photos by Lilly Eksteen & Justin Blanche