Central Drakensberg

Cayley Mountain Resort is located in the breathtaking Central Drakensberg, overlooking the imposing Cathkin Peak and Sterkhorn ranges. The Bell Park Dam lies stretched out below the resort offering breathtaking views; and is also the site of many leisure activities. Guests enjoy precious time with loved ones around a w ...
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20 Mount Champagne, a property with a tennis court, barbecue facilities and a garden, is situated in Bergview, 600 m from Drakensberg Boys' Choir School, 1.9 km from Dingaan's Cave, as well as 2 km from Bottlebrush Place. This holiday home also has a restaurant. The holiday home features a kitchen with a dining area an ...
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Aasvoelkrans Cave accommodates 8 people and is approximately 3.9km's from the Highmoor Reserve parking area. This is a relatively easy hike. The cave itself is a "double story" cave and sleeping would generally be at the bottom cave. Their is a steep drop from the top cave and a climb down from the bottom cave to the ...
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Aasvoelkrans Cave accommodates 8 people and is approximately 4.2km's from the Highmoor Reserve parking area. This is an easy hike. The cave itself is a "double story" cave and sleeping would generally be at the bottom cave. There is a steep drop from the top cave and a climb down from the bottom cave to the lovely poo ...
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Set in the Natal Midlands, Abberley Guesthouse is located in Balgowan Valley, in a forest garden with views of the valley. Each bedroom has a kitchenette equipped with a microwave, fridge and kettle and an en suite bathroom fitted with a bath or shower. You can enjoy forest views from the rooms' private patio.
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Acorn Cottages is located in Bergview, within 2.3 km of Cathkin Farm Wedding Venue Clay Pigeon Shooting and 3.1 km of The Nest Bowling Club. All rooms boast a kitchen, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, and a private bathroom. Local points of interest like Khotso Horse Trails and Four Rivers Rafting & Advent ...
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More of a mountain scramble than a hike. Named after GT Amphlett who was the president of the local mountain club, in 1908.
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This pass is accessed via Gibisella ridge or by coming up via Marble Baths. It is a potentially dangerous path.
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Set in the Drakensberg Mountains, Ardmore Guest Farm is located in the Champagne valley, 25 km south of Winterton. This cosy farm style accommodation offers an outdoor pool and a tea garden. All units are en suite with tea-and-coffee making facilities, refrigerator and a log fireplace. The larger units have four-poste ...
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Ashtonville Terraces Guesthouse is a guest house offering accommodation in Estcourt. The property is situated 800 m from Spar Food Store & Centre (Estcourt). Attractions in the area include Wagendrift Nature Reserve, 5 km away, or Wagendrift Dam, located 6 km from the property.
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At Home BB in Estcourt features accommodation with a garden. 400 m from Spar Food Store & Centre (Estcourt), the property is also 3.8 km away from Wagendrift Nature Reserve. Free WiFi is available and Wembezi Battlefields is 9 km away. Guest rooms come with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, toaster, a kettl ...
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Bannerman cave is in Lesotho behind Bannerman Face and can be accessed either via Bannerman Pas, Hubi Pass or Langalibalele Pass. The cave is south facing and has a fairly narrow entrance.
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Situated above Bannerman Hut on the Giants Castle area and is about 600m wide.
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Bannerman Hut is located inside the Giant's Castle Reserve in the Drakensburg Central area of KwaZulu Natal. This remotely located hut is often used  for a night when traversing between the Giant's Castle and Injisuthi areas on a multiple day trek. The morning sunrise makes the hike up the hill well worth while.
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If you only ever do one overnight hiking trip in the Drakensberg then this is at the top of the list. The hike to Bannerman Hut on day one is 10km and a climb, most people will be fine. Sleep in relative luxury and in the morning hike up Bannerman Pass. You have plenty time to get to the top and back before sunset for ...
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A 10 km hike, mostly uphill to the best overnight hut in the Drakensberg. The hike starts at the day picnic spot at Giants Castle. A short downhill and then a mostly gentle climb for about 4km's. The last 5km's are along the contours to the Hut, enjoy the views on the way. The sunrise that awaits you from the hut in t ...
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The long way to get to Bannerman Hut, 14km's, 609m uphill most of which is in the 1st half of the hike, its pretty flat thereafter. The views from Bannerman Hut and the relative luxury of the hut overnight will make the hike worth while.
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Bannerman Pass was named after former British Prime Minister Sir Henry Campbell-Bannerman. It is said that, when viewed from the right angle, the cliffs just south of the pass resemble the profile of his face. Personally I have never been able to see it, but nonetheless, that's the origin. Risks: the pass can get iced ...
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This cave is located in the Injasuthi (translated as valley of the well-fed dog) valley and is a 5-hour hike from the Injasuthi camp. The cave is fenced so cannot be accessed without a guide. Interpretation: The human figures appear to be arranged in a composition that suggests a fight. Some figures have arrows notche ...
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From Injisuthi Camp follow the route towards Fergy's Cave and then take the right fork along the Injisuthi River approximately 4kms from the start and about 1km before Fergy's Cave. Total distance to the cave is 5.7km and an climb of only 258m. The cave is fenced so cannot be accessed without a guide. Contact: 036&nb ...
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This hike begins at Injasuti camp and follows a circular route via Grindstone Caves, the waterfalls and Cataract Valley. The path follows the Mhlwazini River back to the camp. A moderate 4 hrs hike (13km)
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The Bushmen danced close to bees and honeycombs when they wanted to enter trance or go into an altered state of consciousness, in which they believed they could better harness spiritual potency. Mark Robertson, Officer in Charge, 036 468 1078 or 083 608 3748, Mark.Robertson@kznwildlife.com This cave is also known as ...
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In the Giants Castle area to the left of Langalibalele Pass, a relatively easy pass with some zig-zagging between the each small cliff on the way up.
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Bond Peak is located within the Giants Castle area. Bond Pass and Jaraten Pass are the closest passes.
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Botlonglong / Thabana Tsooana Peak near Champagne Castle is in the Monks Cowl area. The closest pass is Ship's Prow Pass.
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Caracal Cave easily accommodates 8 people and is approximately 5.2km's from the Highmoor Reserve parking area. This is a relatively easy hike to the Cave and a bit of a climb back to the parking area. This is a comfortable cave, although quite dusty. Water supply is seasonal, although has been seen in winter months wh ...
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Caracal Cave easily accommodates 8 people and is approximately 5.2km's from the Highmoor Reserve parking area. This is a relatively easy hike to the Cave and a bit of a climb back to the parking area. This is a very comfortable cave. Water supply is seasonal, although water flowing over the top of the cave has been se ...
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Carbineer Point is located within the Giants Castle area. Jarateng/Jarding's Pass (South) is the closest pass. Image from left to right, Katana, Carbineer Point, Kambule and Mount Durnford.
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Cathkin Cottage B&B or Self Catering offers upmarket accommodation in the heart of the Champagne Valley. 5 well appointed en-suite rooms, swimming pool, communal lounges and free WiFi. Hiking trails that start from the cottage and close to many activities and restaurants. Located in a secure eco-estate with an abun ...
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A cosy haven situated in the Northern Kwazulu Natal region. A breath beneath the Drakensberg Mountains and in the slope of a hidden valley. Majestic in appearance and elegant down to every last detail. The rooms are inspired by luxurious living and superb comfort. Cathkin House offers an experience like no other, wi ...
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Cathkin Mountain Pass is easily tackled by the more experienced hiker. It is rather steep but does gradually become gentler. The pass on the right is Ship's Prow Pass and Cathkin Mountain Pass is on the left.
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Flat-topped Cathkin Peak named after Cathkin Braes the Scottish hometown of David Gray @ 3 149m is in the Monks Cowl Reserve. In Zulu Cathkin Peak is known as Mdedelelo which means “the one who shoves in" or "the bully” due to how it protrudes from the escarpment.
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About 4 km north of Cayley Lodge above the Ama Swazi settlement is an extensive rock ledge where 2 small streams enter the valley below. On the South side of this ledge is a small overhand with some reasonably well-preserved paintings comprising of a few Eland some other antelope, human figures and a very faint rianthr ...
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Lacated in Injasuti. The hike to this delapidated hut is past Fergy's Cave and then a severe uphill hike near the end. The views are outstanding and a hike to this hut should be on everyone's to do list. As their are no windows its best to take a tent and sleep near the hut.
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A difficult 10.5km hike starting at Injisuthi Camp to Centenary Hut but worth every aching muscle once you get to the top. The first 7.5 km's are easy and then the "little" hill to climb up to the hut. It seems never ending at times but is most definitely achievable by most people, take it easy up the hill and you will ...
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Champagne Castle is located within the Monks Cowl. Greys Pass, Cathkin Mountain Pass and Ship's Prow Pass are the closest passes.
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Champagne Castle Buttress is located within the Monks Cowl. Greys Pass, Cathkin Mountain Pass and Ship's Prow Pass are the closest passes.
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Champagne Castle Dome/Ridge is located within the Monks Cowl. Greys Pass is the closest pass.
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Champagne Castle is the second highest mountain in South Africa at 3377m and is located in the central drakensberg. This hike is perfect for fit hikers who are looking for a unique multi day hiking experience.
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Set in Bergview, Champagne Haven features a garden, year-round outdoor pool, and barbecue. Free private parking is available on site. Featuring a patio, the accommodation has a dining area and a seating area. It is equipped with a flat-screen TV with selected satellite channels and a DVD player. There is also a kitchen ...
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There is a small cave next to the stream which has an interesting burial site in the right side of the cave. The burial chamber was upright to cater for a body in a seated position and the remains of a bushman type person were removed for research purposes in the middle of the last century, but the stones of the grave ...
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Corner Pass is not technically difficult but does involve some scrambles around boulders. There is no specific path to follow, generally going along the narrow gully is best.
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Magnificent views and best approached Keith Bush Camp.
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The area in which Cowl Pass is situated is known as the Champagne Valley which consists of three extraordinary peaks: Monk's Cowl, Cathkin and Champagne Castle.
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Cowl View is located within the Monks Cowl area. Organ Pipes Pass is the closest pass.
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Dead Dog Cave is a sandstone overhang over 100 metres long.
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