
Giants Castle to Bannerman Hut and up Bannerman Pass
Drakensberg Hikes

Route: Giants Castle to Bannerman Hut and up Bannerman Pass
Distance: 35 km (circular route)
Duration: 20 hours (3 days)
Day 1 is a long hike from the Giant's Camp northwest along a clear path, with an early start it is easy to make the hut by lunch time. The hut must be booked through KZN Nature Conservation Service.
Day 2 is a severe hike up Bannerman Pass (about 3 km to the top and 800m climb up). Return to Bannerman Hut the same way. The sunrise in the morning is stunning.
Day 3 return via Langalibalele Ridge.
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