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Region: Central Drakensberg

Spur The Mollar

Spur The Mollar

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Spur The Mollar is in the Monks Cowl area.
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Stable Cave

Stable Cave

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Stable Cave is in the Monks Cowl area near the top of Verkykerskop. This is a large cave that can sleep 12 people, has a level floor and offers good protection from the elements.
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Starboard

Starboard

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Starboard is in the Monks Cowl area.
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Sterkhorn (Mount Memory)

Sterkhorn (Mount Memory)

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

 Sterkhorn (Mount Memory) is in the Monks Cowl area. At the top you will find the M.O.T.H memory cross. For very fit and experienced hikers / trail runners Sterkhorn can be reached on a day hike.
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Sterkspruit Falls

Sterkspruit Falls

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

An easy walk to the falls starting at the Monks Cowl entrance. Take the well marked path down to the falls. 1 to 2 hours in total time returning back to Monks Cowl entrance.
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Sterkspruit Falls and Nandi Falls

Sterkspruit Falls and Nandi Falls

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

A scenic 8km circular hike to Sterkspruit Falls and Nandi's Falls with a total elevation gain during the hike of 330m.
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Situated within 2.1 km of Spar Food Store & Centre (Estcourt), SummerPlace Backpackers Lodge in Estcourt features a number of amenities including barbecue facilities. 5 km from Wagendrift Nature Reserve and 10 km from Wembezi Battlefields, the property features a garden and a bar. Weenen Museum is 27 km away and Wa ...
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Swallows Nest Bed and Breakfast is situated in the village of Winterton, within 20 km from the Drakensberg mountain range. It features a garden and free WiFi in the reception and dining area. Individually decorated rooms offer a patio and come equipped with satellite TV, a microwave and tea-and-coffee-making facilities ...
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Taylor's Pass

Taylor's Pass

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

The top of Taylor's Pass is near Elandshoek - which is frequently used by the locals - so there i high traffic in that area. It is located in the Giants Castle area.
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The Ape

The Ape

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

The Ape is in the Injisuthi area.
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The Corner

The Corner

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

The Corner is in the Injisuthi area.
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Nestled within the Balgowan Valley in a tranquil setting, The Falls Cottages are surrounded by forest, waterfalls and a manicured garden. Guests can enjoy views of the countryside. The homey cottages combine antique furniture pieces with modern conveniences. Each cottage comes with a fireplace, a fully equipped kitchen ...
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The Judge

The Judge

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

The Judge is in the Injisuthi Reserve area.
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The Molar

The Molar

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

The Molar is in the Injisuthi area.
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This hotel offers spacious accommodation with views of the garden or Drakensberg Mountain. It is surrounded by lush green fields in the Maloti Drakensberg Park. The bright rooms are situated throughout the grounds and feature a traditional, country-style décor. Heating and a fan are available for climate control. Toile ...
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The Sphinx

The Sphinx

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

The Sphinx is in the Monks Cowl region of the Drakensberg.
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The Sphinx Hike

The Sphinx Hike

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

A moderate walk from Monks Cowl of 2.4 km and elevation of 312 m to the Sphinx passing Crystal falls on the way. The views are lovely once reaching the Sphinx. Along the way you walk past Crystal Falls, which is a beautiful waterfall inside of one of the many forests that you will need to walk through. This is a good ...
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The Thumb

The Thumb

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

The Thumb is in the Giants Castle region of the Drakensberg.
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Thokozisa Centre

Thokozisa Centre

R600 and Gourton Corner City, , KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Information Centre at Thokozisa, Berg Info and Media. Supplying customers with activities and accommodation in the Champagne Valley
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Three Pools Cave

Three Pools Cave

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Three Pools Cave is in the Monks Cowl area. This is a large cave and provides good shelter from the elements. The views overlooking the Valley make the hike up to the cave worth while.
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Thumb Pass

Thumb Pass

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

The Thumb Pass is located in the Cobham region of the Drakensberg.
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Thumb Spur

Thumb Spur

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Thumb Spur is in the Giants Castle area.
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Trojan Wall

Trojan Wall

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Trojan Wall is in the Injisuthi area.
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Located in Winterton, 7 km from Picnic Area and 8 km from Jet ski area, Tugela River Lodge features accommodation with access to a garden. All units have a kitchen, a private bathroom and a terrace or balcony with views of mountain. A patio with river views is offered in all units.
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Turret

Turret

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Turret is in the Monks Cowl region of the Drakensberg. The Turret is in the middle and Amphlett on the right. To the left is Sterkhorn.
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One of the best ways to explore the Drakensberg is on horse back. The trails will take you up the slopes along the Culfargie, Bellpark area, crossing crystal clear streams, with stunning views of the mountains, riding our sure footed horses.
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Uthekwane Shelter

Uthekwane Shelter

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Uthekwane Shelter is in the AmaSwazi Traditional Authority Area outside of the Monk's Cowl area. Interpretation by Celeste Rossouw: Rabbit therianthropes (semi-human and semi-rabbit figures) are rare since therianthropes usually depict a mixture of either human and eland or human and rhebuck features. Contact: Mr. Gr ...
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Vaal Rhebok Kop’s Cave (Vaalribbokkop)

Vaal Rhebok Kop’s Cave (Vaalribbokkop)

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Vaalribbokkop Cave in Monks Cowl offers spectacular views. The floor is level and shelter from the rain is good. Its a large cave and can sleep 12 people. A section of the cave does have some Bushman Paintings and is thus also referred to as Bee Shelter. The Bushmen danced close to bees and honeycombs when they wante ...
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van Heyningen's Pass

van Heyningen's Pass

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Van Heyningen's Pass can be walked as a round trip. It is located in the Injisuthi area.
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Van Heyningen's Pass to View Point Hike

Van Heyningen's Pass to View Point Hike

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

This is one of the Berg's most popular day hikes – for good reason. It's not too taxing, and it takes you through a big forest with yellowwood trees, and there are moss-covered rocks and tree trunks everywhere. You only realise how high you've climbed once you emerge from the forest. From the lookout you can see Cathk ...
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Verkykerskop

Verkykerskop

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Verkykerskop is in the Monks Cowl Nature Reserve. The view from the top is beautiful and you have a good chance of seeing one of the families of mountain reedbuck or grey rhebuck that occupy the mountain. Verkykerskop is an easy 5/10 minute walk up which starts just before reaching Breakfast Stream after hiking past C ...
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Waterfall Shelter

Waterfall Shelter

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Waterfall Shelter is in the Kamberg area. Interpretation by Celeste Rossouw: Several individuals are painted in bending forward postures and some women are depicted, sitting and clapping. These images link with the trance dance when shamans dance in a circle for days, without eating or sleeping. After enduring days of ...
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Waterwoods Cottages and Wedding Venue is located in Nottingham Road. The accommodation will provide you with a patio and a seating area.There is a kitchen with a microwave and an oven. Private bathroom also comes with a shower. You can enjoy garden view from the room.
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Surrounded by nature and dams, Whispering Waters features elegantly furnished self-catering accommodation in the countryside of Nottingham Road. It features a rock outdoor pool and mini golf. The well-appointed units at Whispering Waters are equipped with a seating area and a fully equipped kitchen. Each has a fireplac ...
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Wild Berry Guest Farm is located in Mooirivier. Free WiFi access is available. Each room here will provide you with a TV. Complete with an oven, the dining area also has a refrigerator and kitchenware. Featuring a shower, private bathroom also comes with a hairdryer and free toiletries. You can enjoy garden view from t ...
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Situated in Mooirivier, KwaZulu-Natal region, Winchester Cottage is located 13 km from Willowgrange War Cemetery. The property is set 13 km from Mooiriver Mooi Loft and 14 km from Supermarket (Mooi River). Fishing and Picnic is 15 km away. At the farm stay, the rooms are fitted with a wardrobe and a flat-screen TV. Cer ...
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Surrounded by greenery, the Winterton Lodge @ Rose Cottage features a splash pool. Guests can arrange a variety of activities, from canoeing to hot air balloon rides. Elegantly decorated, accommodation at Winterton includes a TV with satellite channels and a private bathroom. Some come with a kitchen or kitchenette, wh ...
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Winterton Museum

Winterton Museum

Church Street, , KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

The Winterton museum is situated in Church Street. It has some fascinating displays on the history of the area, including early inhabitants. Zulu beehive huts as well as San Art Gallery, consisting of 10 panels with 104 photographs by well-known Malcolm Pearse of various San paintings in the Berg.  
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Witch Peak

Witch Peak

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Witch Peak is in the Monks Cowl area.
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Wonder Valley Cave

Wonder Valley Cave

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

This valley lies between the Champagne Valley and Injasuti, and can be accessed after a long walk from the R 600 just below Champagne Castle Hotel. This is private property so access is only by permission of the owners. It can also be reached from Injasuthi camp. Travelling North from Injasuthi following the path aroun ...
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World's View Hike

World's View Hike

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

From the picnic area take the concrete path down to and across Bannerman Bridge. Follow the path to below Sugarloaf Kop and on up to World's View. A moderate 3 hrs hike (7km)
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Zulu Cave

Zulu Cave

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Zulu Cave is in the Monks Cowl area. The cave is large and can sleep up to 12 people. Cat Cave is near by and contains Bushamns Paintings.
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Cathedral Peak Trail Run

Cathedral Peak Trail Run

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Cathedral Peak is a mountain in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. It is a 3 004 m high free standing mountain in the Drakensberg. The mountain is also known as Mponjwana by the local Amangwane people. Cathedral Peak is part of the Cathedral Ridge which is at right angles to the main range. Fastest Known Times (KFT) Men 1 ...
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The Drakensberg Grand Traverse (DGT) has no set route and is largely off trail. Most people will cover in the vicinity of 210 kilometers and climb more than 9,000 meters. The DGT is seen as a backpacking destination for the very fit and experienced. The basic rules are that have to pass through eight checkpoints: C ...
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Giants Castle peak is located in the Giants Castle nature reserve. It was named by its appearance of a giant lying on his back. The trail run starts at the parking lot at Giant's Camp and follows the route up Giant's Pass and then to Giants Castle Peak. Fastest Known Times (KFT) 1. Matt te Water: 5:51:03 on 14 Septem ...
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Rhino Peak (Thaba Ngcobo) is located in the Garden Castle area. The start is at the Garden Castle office and the route is generally up Mashai Pass. Fastest Known Times (KFT) Men 1. Kane Reilly 2:15.002. Johardt van Heerden - 2:16.003. Mlungisi Mazibuko 2:27.004. Rory Scheffer 2:29.005. Robert Rorich 2:30.006. Lucky ...
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Sterkhorn (Mount Memory) is in the Monks Cowl area. At the top you will find the M.O.T.H memory cross. For very fit and experienced hikers / trail runners Sterkhorn can be reached on a day hike. Fastest Known Times (KFT) 1. Johardt van Heerden - 1:59.53 (16.1km) on 23 September 2018.
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