Ash Cave Hike
The walk from Lotheni campsite to Ash Cave takes about three to four hours. Allow time for the return as well. The approach follows the Lotheni River past eMpophomeni Falls to a fork about 4…
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Bushman's Cave (via Slab Cave) Hike
The walk to Bushman’s Cave via Halfway/Slab Cave is about 9.6km in the Bushman’s Nek area. The cave can be visited on a day hike or used for an overnight stop on day 1 of a longer trip. Arra…
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Bushman's Nek Pass Hike
The walk from Bushman’s Nek camp to the top of Bushman’s Nek Pass is about 8km, with an elevation gain of 679m. This is the outward leg; allow time and energy for the return walk. The route …
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Cedric's Pool Hike
A popular pool only 4.5 km from Bushman's Nek camp. The pool is apparently named after Cedric Biggs, a leader of the Mountain Backpackers Club some years ago, who was known for plunging thro…
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Champagne Castle Peak Trail Run
The track shown is from Monks Cowl up Greys Pass to Champagne Castle which is one of South Africa’s highest peaks. Recorded trail times (historical) 1. Timothy Chambers: 5:54.00 on 20 Decemb…
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Cobham Pholela River Walk
A fun family day outing to Cobham and a short easy walk along the Pholela River. The distance is your choosing, from 1km to 5km in total. As you wind your way along the river choose one of t…
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Cobham to Mzimkulwana Hut and Lakes Cave
This 3 day backpacking trip from Cobham stays at Mzimkulwana Hut on night 1 and Lakes Cave on night 2. Book the hut and cave through Cobham, and arrange any San rock-art visit in advance. Su…
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Cyprus Cave
Cyprus cave was formed when the underlying soil was washed away by the stream that flows over the top into a pool in front of the cave. The cave is named after the cyprus grass which grows i…
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Cyprus cave annex is a few metres from Cyprus cave which was formed when the underlying soil was washed away by the stream that flows over the top into a pool in front of the cave. The cave …
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Drakensberg Grand Traverse
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 …
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Eagle Trail
A hike of 6 hours. The trail starts from the rest camp in the Lotheni Nature Reserve and is a circular route. Explore the Lotheni area: Lotheni lies in a secluded part of the southern Draken…
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Garden Castle to Rhino Peak (Thaba Ngcobo)
A difficult 10km outward hike from Garden Castle to Rhino Peak, taking roughly 5 hours and gaining 1 194m. The descent needs additional time and energy, so start early for a day hike. Arrang…
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Garden Castle to Sleeping Beauty Cave Hike
The outward walk takes about 2 hours over 3.7 km, gaining 377m. The final approach includes wooden steps. The large overhang has flat floor space for about 10 people, though weather affects …
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Gelib Tree Trail
A hike of 2.5 hours. This is a short trail offering magnificent views. Explore the Lotheni area: Lotheni lies in a secluded part of the southern Drakensberg along the Lotheni River. Its walk…
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Giant's Cup Trail Hike
The Giants Cup trail is an established multi-day trail in the southern Drakensberg. The hike is over 5 days (and 5 nights accommodation in the Drakensberg) and is 58.9 km in total. The first…
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Giants Cup Trail Run
The Giants Cup trail is the only established trail in the Drakensberg. The hike is over 5 days (and 5 nights accommodation in the Drakensberg) and is 58.9 km in total. The first day is 12.8 …
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Goats Cave Hike (via Thamathu cave)
The approaches to Goats Cave run via Lammergeier Cave or Thamathu Cave. The Thamathu approach follows a path for much of the way, while the Lammergeier approach includes substantial pathless…
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Gxalingenwa Cave Circular Route
The circuit has an outward leg of about 12.5 km (5 hours) to Gxalingenwa Cave and an 11.5 km (4 hours) return via Pinnacle Rock. Plan for both legs, whether walking the circuit in a day or s…
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Gxalingenwa Cave via Pholela Shelter
This long approach to Gxalingenwa Cave is about 12.5 kms (5 hours), gaining 530m. The route references Pholela Hut, which is a different place from Pholela Cave. The approach uses part of da…
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Gxalingenwa Cave via Pinnacle Rock
This approach to Gxalingenwa Cave via Pinnacle Rock is about 11.5 km (4 hours), with an elevation gain of 432m. Allow separately for the return walk or an onward route. The walk follows the …
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Gxalingenwa River Trail
This walk begins on the Sani Pass Road and follows the Emerald Stream past indigenous forest towards a waterfall and Gxalingenwa Cave, with views of the Giant’s Cup. Allow about 4 hours for …
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Halfway/Slab Cave (Fisherman's Cave) Hike
This day hike follows the Bushman's Nek River into the valley. Assess the walking distance, river crossings and conditions for your group, especially when taking younger children. Some of th…
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Hidden Valley Hike
A moderate 9 km hike of about 3 hours. This hike begins at the Garden Castle main office, via Swiman Hut and along Hidden Valley, returning the same route. Explore the Garden Castle area: Ga…
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Hodgson's Peaks Hike
A severe two- to three-day hike (19 km). The hike starts at Cobham Camp and follows the main Polela River towards the escarpment. The path becomes less clear, and Masubasuba Pass is long and…
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