Hiking Trails (64 of 118 Things To Do in Drakensberg)
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MTB and Running Nature Trail
Overnight? Stay in Newcastle
The South African experience is all about high blue skies, warm sunshine, fresh air, and plenty of exciting wildlife. And, there are few better ways to enjoy the ...
Hiking Trails / Sports & Leisure
Giant's Cup Hiking Trail
Overnight? Stay in Sani Pass
This hike runs along the foothills of the gorgeous Drakensberg range of mountains, mainly through the Cobham and Garden Castle reserves. Views here are to die for ...
Hiking Trails
Giants Cup Hiking Trails Sani Pass
Overnight? Stay in Sani Pass
If you're looking for a hiking trail that is a little steep in a few places, but generally easy enough for an average level of fitness, Giant's Cup trail fits all ...
Hiking Trails
Mlambonja Pass to Twins Cave Trail
Overnight? Stay in Cathedral Peak
The Mlambonja Pass to Twins Cave Trail is an 11 km route up to the Mlambonja Pass to Twins Cave. It is a steep trail that heads up from the Cathedral Peal Hotel, ...
Hiking Trails
Rainbow Gorge Trail
Overnight? Stay in Cathedral Peak
The Rainbow Gorge Trail is another hike that showcases the Drakensberg Mountain Range and Cathedral Peak. The beauty of this area is unrivalled, and those that have ...
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Ganabu Ridge and Baboon Rock Hike
Overnight? Stay in Cathedral Peak
Cathedral Peak is a free-standing mountain within the magnificent Drakensberg Mountain Range in KwaZulu-Natal. It stands at 3 004 metres, or 9 856 feet high, and ...
Hiking Trails / Walks & Hiking
Ploughman's Kop Trail
Overnight? Stay in Mont-Aux-Sources
Ploughman's Kop is a mountain in the shape of a head on the left arm of The Amphitheatre in the Royal Natal Park, which is in turn part of the ...
Hiking Trails / Walks & Hiking
Old Kraal and Yellowwood Forest Trail
Overnight? Stay in Giants Castle
The trails in the Giants Castle Nature Reserve are a must-walk if you are in the area.
To complete the easy one hour Old Kraal and Yellowwood Forest Trail, ...
Hiking Trails
Cathedral Peak Hike
Overnight? Stay in Cathedral Peak
Start: Cathedral Peak Hotel
Finish: Cathedral Peak Hotel
Duration: 19 km, 12+ hours (one very long day, if you make an early start)
Fitness: this is an arduous ...
Hiking Trails / Sight Seeing / Sports & Leisure
Sentinel Peak trail
Overnight? Stay in Mont-aux-Sources
Start: Sentinel car park (almost 3 000 metres above sea level)
Finish: Sentinel car park
Duration: a whole day
Fitness: fit (the hike may be shortened, but it is ...
Hiking Trails / Walks & Hiking
Giant's Castle Hikes
Overnight? Stay in Giants Castle
Giant's Castle refers both to the landmark rock massif in the central Drakensberg, where it rests in amongst the peaks of Champagne Castle and Cathkin Peak, and the ...
Hiking Trails / Sight Seeing
Langalibalele Pass hike
Overnight? Stay in Giants Castle
Start: Giant's Castle camp
Finish: Giant's Castle camp
Duration: 6.5 km, roughly 5 hours
Fitness: moderate
Our tip: always remember seasonal clothing as the ...
Hiking Trails / Sports & Leisure
Amphitheatre Heritage Trail
Overnight? Stay in Bergville
Start: there are numerous entrances, but Witsieshoek is one of them
Finish: Royal Natal National Park
Duration: 25 - 30 km over three days
Fitness: average, but ...
Walks & Hiking / Sports & Leisure / Hiking Trails
Drakensberg Grand Traverse
Overnight? Stay in Sani Pass
Start: the Sentinel
Finish: Bushman's Nek
Duration: 200 km; anything from 12 to 15 days (average is 14)
Fitness: above average fitness; it's tough, possibly the ...
Hiking Trails
Ingogo Hiking Trail
Overnight? Stay in Newcastle
Start: site office Vulintaba estate, near Newcastle
Finish: site office Vulintaba estate, near Newcastle
Duration: 24 km over 2 days
Fitness: average, with ...
Drakensberg as a destination
If you are considering visiting the Drakensberg region or have already booked your Drakensberg accommodation, then you are probably keen to see what activities are available and what there is to do in the area. Explore our growing selection of Things to Do in Drakensberg, or view the events that are taking place in KwaZulu Natal during your stay, or suggest an activity if you come across something we've missed.
In the neighbourhood
Bergville, Bushmans Nek Valley, Cathedral Peak, Cedarville, Central Drakensberg, Champagne Valley, Drakensberg Gardens, Estcourt, Geluksburg, Giants Castle, Himeville, Kamberg, Kokstad, Matatiele, Monks Cowl, Mont-aux-Sources, Northern Drakensberg, Sani Pass, Southern Drakensberg, Swartberg, Underberg, Van Reenen, Winterton, Witsieshoek
Staying Overnight
Cleopatra Homestead
Nestled in the heart of the Kamberg Valley in KwaZulu-Natal's Drakensberg, Cleopatra Mountain offers self-catering accommodation on a private far...
Penwarn Manor
Penwarn Manor is rustic yet modern, offering accommodation in Underberg on Penwarn Farm Lodge just 25km from the quaint town. As you drive down t...
Inkungu Homestead
Welcome to our charming Inkungu Homestead nestled in the breathtaking Central Drakensberg mountains of South Africa! Situated amidst the awe-insp...
Montusi Mountain Lodge
Montusi Mountain Lodge is a lovely lodge in the Northern KwaZulu Natal Drakensberg mountains (near the Royal Natal Nature Reserve), offering supe...
Haycroft Lodge
The spacious Haycroft Lodge is located on Stoneyhall Farm and is set on the banks of a tranquil lake that reflects the panoramic views of the Dra...
Penwarn Mthini Lodge
Penwarn Mthini Lodge offers Underberg accommodation and is the shining star of Penwarn Farm Lodge. The lodge is perched on a hill overlooking a m...
Thokomala Cottage
Thokomala Cottage offers Northern Drakensberg accommodation in a spacious family cottage with world class mountain views from the cottage. We inv...
Cleopatra Mountain Farmhouse
Cleopatra Mountain Farmhouse is a world renowned gourmet getaway, idyllically situated on the edge of a trout filled dam and surrounded by the Gi...
Thamela Cottage
Thamela Cottage offers Northern Drakensberg accommodation with spectacular Drakensberg mountain views. With its ideal location halfway between Jo...
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