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Aleit's Shelter

Rock Art

Northern Drakensberg

Cathedral Peak

Aleit's Shelter is located in the Cathedral Peak area. Interpretation by Celeste Rossouw: The “trance-buck” or flying antelope with trailing wings is a dream image created by a Bushman shama…

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All Out Adventures

Activity

Northern Drakensberg

All Out Adventures, situated in the unspoilt KZN Northern Drakensberg just off the R74, mid way between Joburg and Durban, offers a range of outdoor activities at one spectacular venue. High…

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Alpine Heath Resort

Accommodation

Northern Drakensberg

Set in picturesque Bonjaneni, this 4-star hotel complex offers contemporary accommodation with stunning views of the Drakensberg Mountains. Luxury amenities include an outdoor pool and an eq…

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Amphingati Peak

Peak

Northern Drakensberg

Royal Natal

Amphingati Peak is in the Royal Natal area. This listing uses the name from Chris Murch's list of South African summits above 3000m, dated 1994. Check the name and location against your chos…

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Amphitheatre

Landmark · Peak

Northern Drakensberg

Royal Natal

The Amphitheatre is one of the most impressive cliff landscapes of the Northern Drakensberg. Stretching for more than five kilometres, its great mountain wall rises above Royal Natal and giv…

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Baboon Rock Hike

Hike

Northern Drakensberg

Cathedral Peak

8.2 km · 4.5 hours · Moderate

The hike starts at Cathedral Peak Hotel. The hike is 4.1 km to Baboon rock, the last 2 km on the way to Baboon Rock are fairly steep with a total elevation gain of 440m. GPS track gpxfilenam…

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Barker's Chalet

Cave

Northern Drakensberg

Cathedral Peak

Barker's Chalet is a large overhang overlooking a wooded gorge with a stream below. Its proximity to Cathedral Peak Hotel means the area can be busy during the day, so privacy may be limited…

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Barker's Chalet Hike

Hike

Northern Drakensberg

Cathedral Peak

5.2 km · 2.5 hours · Easy

Barker's Chalet is reached by a 2.6km outward hike from Cathedral Peak Hotel, with a recorded ascent of 212m. Allow for the return walk when planning your outing. GPS track gpxfilename=Cathe…

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Barricade Pass

Pass

Northern Drakensberg

Royal Natal

Barricade Pass was nicknamed Fallen Boot Pass by Neil Margetts. One of his companion hikers dislodged his boot and it fell down a steeper part of the pass. If you begin your route from Fika …

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Beacon Buttress

Peak

Northern Drakensberg

Royal Natal

Beacon Buttress in the middle and Sentinel on the right. Explore the Royal Natal area: Royal Natal offers valley and foothill walks beneath the Amphitheatre, as well as access to the wider n…

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Beacon Buttress Gully

Pass

Northern Drakensberg

Royal Natal

Beacon Buttress Gully is a short, steep alternative to the Chain Ladders on the Sentinel approach to the escarpment. Large rock steps require high step-ups, and descending can be particularl…

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Bell Cave

Cave

Northern Drakensberg

Cathedral Peak

Bell Cave has mountain views and a fairly level floor, but little protection from wind and rain. The Bell Traverse route passes through much more demanding mountain terrain than the cave’s s…

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Bellevue Cave

Cave

Northern Drakensberg

Cathedral Peak

A small cave on the Mlambonja pass offering some shelter. It is not often used as Twins Cave is far better close by. Explore the Cathedral Peak area: The Cathedral Peak and Didima valley has…

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Bellevue Cave (Annex)

Cave

Northern Drakensberg

Cathedral Peak

A small cave on the Mlambonja pass offering some shelter. It is not often used as Twins Cave is far better close by. Explore the Cathedral Peak area: The Cathedral Peak and Didima valley has…

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Berg Backpackers

Accommodation

Northern Drakensberg

Berg Backpackers offers rustic accommodation, 25 km from the Central Drakensberg within a private game farm. It is located 11 km from Winterton and offers free outdoor parking on site. Rooms…

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Berghouse & Cottages

Accommodation

Northern Drakensberg

Holiday accommodation is offered at the Berghouse and Cottages. This destination is situated at the "Gateway" to the Northern Drakensberg, on a private estate. Amphitheatre and Mountain view…

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Bilanjil Bump

Peak

Northern Drakensberg

Royal Natal

The actual summit is on the Mont-Aux-Sources ridge. Explore the Royal Natal area: Royal Natal offers valley and foothill walks beneath the Amphitheatre, as well as access to the wider northe…

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Bingelela

Accommodation

Northern Drakensberg

Located in Bergville, within 3.5 km of Information Bergville and 7 km of Driel Barrage, Bingelela features free WiFi. The property is set 16 km from Fishing Area and 20 km from Spioenkop Bat…

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