Get on a high at De Hoek

Up, up and away.

Weekend guests taking advantage of this event, will be welcomed to De Hoek on Friday and after a day of exploring the grounds, investigating the treasures that the hamlet of Magaliesberg has to offer or taking advantage of the facilities on offer at this five-star country retreat, will gather in the Garden Pavilion for a talk by the pilots on the ins and outs (and highs) of hot air ballooning. Once everyone's appetite for adventure has been whetted, culinary appetites will be tested and treated with a five-course, crystal and silver-served gourmet dinner.

And so to bed, and up at the crack of dawn

An early night may not be everyone's choice, but the welcoming and plush rooms will offer warm comfort as guests drift into dreams of the morning's sky flight.

Bright and early the next morning will see guests gathering shortly after dawn to enjoy steaming coffee and homemade rusks as the balloons are readied, embarkation sorted. After that, it's all aboard, and the magnificent balloons will gently drift into the mountain skies.

An hour of floating over the exquisite scenery in this area and the rare opportunity to enjoy a bird's eye view of the magical landscape will leave you on a high - before the sumptuous breakfast prepared by the talented hotel chefs. A day of leisure follows on the grounds of De Hoek.

Oh look, there's Jupiter

Olde world charm at its best.

As the Highveld sun sets, guests will be delighted at the bright night skies and will be treated to a presentation and star gazing with Astronomy Africa from sunset until late into the night. Add to this a buffet dinner, good wine and fine company: the scenario will lack nothing but a deep sigh of pure relaxation and an overall sense of unmatched pleasure.

A leisurely breakfast will end the weekend for our pampered guests as they wander slowly back to the city, refreshed and revived by their new experiences.

At a cost of R9995 per couple, this is the package to spoil a loved one, re-kindle a lost sense of adventure and guarantee the deepest sense of wellbeing you have felt in a while.

De Hoek's 16 suits will be in demand for this weekend, so confirm your reservation while you can and call +27 (0) 14 577 9600 or email moc.keohed@snoitavreser.

Also check out the website so see what you'll be missing if you don't pick up the phone or send a quick email... www.dehoek.com.