The Drakensberg offers the most beautiful scenery imaginable, a challenge for adventure seekers, quiet for nature lovers, accommodation of a world-class standard, hikes for family and mountaineer and picture perfect views.
Information about the Maloti-Drakensberg
Originally built as a fortified laager, the “Old Fort” in Himeville (the last of its type to be constructed in South Africa) was completed in 1900. In 1902 it was taken over by the Natal Mounted Police and was used as a prison until its closure in 1972. Subsequently, through the efforts of local residents and the local ... Read More...
John's Cave is in the Garden Castle area below Little Bamboo Mountain. This caves name is given by Dave Sclanders in memory of John C. Durno (junior) who died in 1933 at 15 years of age. Read More...
Boasting a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, Birches Cottage is situated in Underberg, within 2.1 km of Spar Food Store (Underberg). Each unit features a fully equipped kitchenette with a microwave, a seating area with a sofa, a TV and a private bathroom with bath. A patio with garden views is offered in every unit. Read More...
Located in Underberg, Hawley House is a holiday home set in a 6-acre garden with a small dam at the bottom of the property. The property is 800 m from Medical facility (Underberg) and free private parking is provided. There is a seating area, a dining area and a kitchen. A flat-screen TV and DVD player are offered. The ... Read More...
Mpongweni (Sipongweni) South Shelter is in the Cobham area. Paintings on the exterior walls of the Shelter are barely visible due to weathering. It's a steep 250m in altitude climb and about 400m from Mpongweni North Shelter below. Due to the weathering of the paintings it may be better to save your energy for other b ... Read More...
Sakeng Cave is in the Cobham area. This is a small cave that sleeps 2 people. Read More...
When hiking up Masubasuba Pass you have the option of going up along the Pholela River or via Fingall's Rock. This stunning rock feature makes this route option a great option. Read More...
Ndawana River Lodge is located just off the R617 between Underberg and Kokstad with plenty of hiking up the Ndawana River valley and over into the Ngwagwane River valley in the Bushmansnek area. Ndawana River Lodge offers luxury accommodation, total peace, solitude and tranquility. Situated in the Southern Drakensberg ... Read More...
Walker's Pass is a worthwhile route located in Southern Drakensberg in the Garden Castle area. Read More...
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. Read More...
Emerald Dome can be seen from the Cobham Parking area. Read More...
The Old Hatchery Bed & Breakfast offers bright rooms 10 km from Underberg at the foothills of the Southern Drakensberg. It features a restaurant and free WiFi is available. The Old Hatchery has different accommodation options, ranging from simple decorated rooms and a family suite at the Oak Tree Lodge to TV-Free ... Read More...
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. Read More...
Lotheni Pass North Fork is a rock pass situated in the Lotheni region. Read More...
Offering a barbecue and terrace, Douglas Drift Cottages is situated in Underberg in the KwaZulu-Natal Region. Free private parking is available on site. The rooms include a shared bathroom. Enjoy fresh air and tranquillity in one of 3 cottages. Should you be a group of people and take all three cottages, there is a bo ... Read More...
The Matebeng peak is found in the Garden Castle area. Read More...
Snow Hill Cave in not within the Maloti-Drakensberg Park. Interpretation by Celeste Rossouw: The depiction shows a snake with horns. The Zulus and Bushmen believed that this creature controlled rain. According to legend it travelled from mountain to mountain striking the roofs of huts with actual lightning but, mythol ... Read More...
Located in Underberg, Giant's Cup Wilderness Reserve provides barbecue facilities. Located around 2.6 km from Small cave under Overhang, the farm stay is also 3 km away from Bathplug Cave (with waterfall). Attractions in the area include Bamboo Mountain, 3.5 km away, or Tortoise Rocks, set 3.7 km from the property. At ... Read More...
Nhlangeni Peak is in the Vergelegen area. Read More...
Litseketseke Spur is located in the Lotheni area. Read More...
Stones South Pass is located in the Garden Castle area of the Berg. It is a simple grassy gully which is wider than Stones North Pass. Read More...
Sehonghong Cave is near the top of Sehonghong Peak in the Vergelegen area. The cave can be wet in summer and offers accommodation for 2 people. Read More...
Nhlangeni Pass is located in the Vergelegen area in the Berg. It is a moderately easy hike that lacks a trail. Read More...
The Mzimude Passes are not rock passes. The South Pass is steep and is used more often than the North Pass. It has a lot of exposure due to height but it is still safe. Read More...
The Tent is in the Lotheni area. Read More...
Runaway Cave is in the Vergelegen area. Its a very small cave that accommodation 2 or 3 people at most. Read More...
An comfortable self-catering cottage standing on the shore of Heskeths, a twenty five acre lake with majestic views of the Drakensberg over the water; Clearbrook offers total privacy and seclusion from the outside world. The cottage consists of four double/twin en-suite bedrooms, an attractive, comfortable lounge with ... Read More...
Hlathimbe Cave (South) is found at the top to Hlathimbe South Pass in the Lotheni area. Read More...
Country Comfort Underberg has well-equipped accommodation featuring free WiFi in Underberg, Free private parking is available on site. There is a private bathroom with shower and free toiletries in each unit, along with a hairdryer. The accommodation offers one luxury, mountain facing bedroom with a queen bed and an e ... Read More...
Dyke Pass is located in the Vergelegen region of the Drakensberg. Read More...
The Isicatula Pass is found in the Bushman's Nek area. This pass descends from the escarpment into Lesotho by means of a narrow and steep gully. Read More...
Boasting garden views, Himeville Cottage is situated around 6 km from Lake Glencairn. Housed in a building dating from 1983, this holiday home is 6 km from Lake Kenmo Picnic Site and 9 km from Vulture Restaurant (On top of hill). Leading onto a patio, this holiday home comes with 3 separate bedrooms. The kitchen featur ... Read More...
Terateng is in the Lotheni area. Read More...
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Phinong Bitso-Lebe is in the Cobham area. Read More...
The KaNtuba Pass is situated in the Vergelegen area. It is the highest Berg pass. KaNtuba has a sustained gradient and therefore it is manageable to hike. Read More...
Dieu Donne Cottage and Farmhouse are situated at the foot of the Sani Pass Road in the Southern Drakensberg. An ideal relaxing self catering getaway for families or groups of friends - choose between the cottage on the dam that sleeps 8 in 2 large bedrooms or the Farmhouse which sleeps 12 in 6 bedrooms. Read More...
Mlahlangubo Cave is in the Vergelegen area Read More...
The Pitsaneng North Pass is a gully followed by a traverse and a ridge (from the top down). Read More...
Verkyker Pass lacks a trail however it is not difficult to do. It does have a small boulder section to navigate through. Read More...
Bobs House is a holiday home is set on a private property in Himeville, just 6 km from Underberg. It offers a spacious garden and a games room. The holiday home includes 3 bedrooms and a fully equipped kitchen with a separate dining area. The lounge includes satellite TV and surround sound. Read More...
Mzimude is in the Garden Castle area. Read More...
Ntubeni Pass is steeper than Lotheni Pass and is grass the whole way up. It is located in the Lotheni area. Read More...
Shelter Cave is in the Vergelegen area, the cave is 480m further along the valley on the same rock band as Runaway cave. Read More...
Tsepeng Pass is located in the Garden Castle area of the Drakensberg. Read More...
Linotsing Peak is in the Garden castle area. Read More...
The Mohlesi peak is located in the Vergelegen area. Read More...
Verkyker Peak (Thaba Majoe Matso) is in the Garden Castle area. Read More...