Drakensberg Passes

Knuckles Traverse Pass is located in the Bushman's Nek just left of Lammergeier pass and goats cave.
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Lammergeier Pass is located in the Bushman's Nek and is a relatively easy pass, however the last 1km on a steep uphill from Lammergeier cave has no visible path. At the top of the pass you will see goats cave on your right.
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Old maps may refer to this as "Bushman's River Pass", as it was known in the 19th century. The exact date of the name change to "Langalibalele Pass" is uncertain, but makes reference to the arrest of the amaHlubi Chief Langalibalele at the top of this pass in 1873. Seven people died during this capture, five from the E ...
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Leslie's Pass is relatively easy to hike, it is just very long. Leslie's and Injisuthi pass are the only routes to the top in the Injisuthi area.
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Lotheni Pass North Fork is a rock pass situated in the Lotheni region.
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Lotheni South Pass - gully access - is actually more prominent but the North Fork is the one indicated on maps. It is a known smuggling route and is an easier hike than the North Fork.
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Lotheni South Fork is a smuggling route with a trail. Lotheni South Fork is an easier hike than the North Fork.
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From the gully at Madonna & Her Worshippers is Madonna Pass. 
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Mangaun Pass is located in the Vergelegen area.
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Manxome Pass is located in the Mnweni region. It is not marked as a pass on the official maps. It is a physically challenging pass to do as it is long and steep but it offers extraordinary views.
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Mashai Pass is often used by hikers climbing the Rhino. Some sections are harshly eroded making it a tricky pass to do. It is the first gully North of Mlambonja Peak and has cairns marking the top.
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The Masubasuba Pass is the most direct way to climb the Hodgson's Peaks. The approach to the pass is spectacularly scenic. The hike up this pass is along the Pholela River Valley and then via Fingall's Rock.
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Mbundini Pass is difficult to navigate due to the lack of a path. It is a challenging climb.
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Mike's Pass is a demanding gravel 4X4 pass high in the mountains near Bergville.
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Along Minaret Pass, rockfall might be an issue. The pass is best accessed from Lakes Cave. Minaret Pass is located south of Hodgson's Peak.
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Mkhomazi Pass is situated in the Vergelegen area. It is a pass with a trail that the locals frequently use.
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Mlahlangubo Pass has two access points - the gully, where there is minor local usage, and the north pass. It is an easy pass from Vergelegen Camp.
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Mlambonja Pass (also known as Umlambonya pass) is a steep pass in the Cathedral range. It is still used often because it is a more direct route to the escarpment from the hotel and has a large, comfortable cave nearby.
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The Mnweni Pass is steep but is one of the most rewarding ascents. The view just gets better!
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Mohlesi Pass is not often used. It is a steep pass which can be found in the south of the Drakensberg in the Vergelegen region.
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Mqatesheni Pass is situated in the Vergelegen area.
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The climb to the Crack and The Mudslide Pass is steep but a chain ladder will help you over the more difficult sections. The descent is steep, loose and slippery after rainfall.
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The Mzimkhulu Middle Pass is located in the Garden Castle area. There is a waterfall on route which may be tricky to navigate.
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There are three possible heads to the Mzimkhulu pass. The North pass is easy with a distinct path and offers beautiful scenery.
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