Southern Drakensberg

The Ngaqamadola North Pass is moderatly difficult. It does not have a path to follow.
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The Ngaqamadola South Pass is in good condition. It is not a difficult pass to do.
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Ngenwa Cave is in the Cobham region on the Gxalingenwa River. The cave is passed while doing the Giants Cup trail on Day 1.
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Ngwangwane Pass is also known as Bushman's Pass has no trail but is a relatively easy and flat pass.
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Ngwangwe Cave is near the top of Ngwangwe peak which is access from the Ngwangwane Pass (Bushman's Pass) in Bushmans Nek. The cave offers reasonable shelter for 4 people.
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Nhlangeni Cave is below (about 350m) the top of Nhlangeni pass in the Vergelegen area. The cave can be wet in summer and offers accommodation for 4 people.
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Nhlangeni Pass is located in the Vergelegen area in the Berg. It is a moderately easy hike that lacks a trail.
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Nhlangeni Peak is in the Vergelegen area.
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No Man's Peak is in the Garden Castle area.
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Ntshintshini Pass is without a trail and located in the Vergelegen area.
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Ntsupenyana is in the Vergelegen area.
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Ntubeni Pass is steeper than Lotheni Pass and is grass the whole way up. It is located in the Lotheni area.
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Nutcracker cave is in the Cobham area, its 7km from the camp. The cave has a sloping floor and offers good shelter from storms. In summer it is quite damp in the cave. Lakes cave is a further 2 km up and is the best alternative for an overnight camp if in this area of Cobham.
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This trail leaves from below the campsite, where one crosses the swing bridge. It follows the Pholela River upstream for about a kilometre, passing a number of pools suitable for swimming, before it crosses the river again. It then heads back towards the campsite, passing through sections of indigenous Ntshishi (Ouhout ...
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Over The Edge Cottage is set on the outskirts of Underberg and offers views of the Drakensberg mountain range. Each unit is individually decorated and well appointed with a fully equipped kitchen, barbecue facilities and a deck or patio.
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Painter's Cave is in the Bushman's Nek area. Interpretation by Celeste Rossouw: In the contact period and especially after the arrival of the Europeans, Bushman groups changed from being hunter-gatherers to being raiders and traders for the sake of their survival. Bushman raiders kept the horses for themselves as hors ...
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Situated on a slight slope with views of the southern Drakensberg Mountains and the surrounding small holdings, Panorama Hideaway offers accommodation in Underberg. This apartment boasts a patio overlooking the garden. Panorama Hideaway has a kitchenette equipped with an oven, microwave and 2-plate stove. The lounge ar ...
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Offering peaceful gardens and apple orchards, Pennygum Country Cottages is situated in Underberg with majestic views of the Drakensburg mountains from every cottage. Free private parking is available on site, and guests enjoy free WiFi access.
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Penwarn Farm Lodge is offering accommodation in Hartlea. Boasting a shared lounge, this property also welcomes guests with a restaurant and a barbecue. Free WiFi is at guests' disposal. All rooms feature a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a kitchen, a dining area and a private bathroom with free ...
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Phinong Bitso-Lebe is in the Cobham area.
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Phinong Pass has a trail. It is fairly easy to hike in the Vergelegen Reserve.
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Pholela Cave is in the Cobham region near the Pholele river. It's a large cave with a relatively level floor and good shelter in bad weather. Spectacle and Gorge cave are nearby and worth visiting.
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This old building was a farmhouse before the property was taken over by the state and put under the control of the old Department of Forestry, who then turned it into the first overnight hut on the Giant's Cup Trail. It has now been equipped with gas geysers, but the old wood stove can still be seen in the kitchen. The ...
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A fair 3.5 hrs hike (9 kms) A variety of walks start from the Cobham Hutted Camp and follow the Polela River, Emerald Stream and Trout Beck. Trout fishing is possible - with a licence.
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Pholela Shelter is in the Cobham area. Interpretation by Celeste Rossouw: Paintings of the eland do not only reflect that this animal was hunted by the Bushmen, but also its spiritual significance: Bushmen believed that where the eland is, there they would experience divine protection.  
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Located in Underberg, a 3-minute walk from Medical facility (Underberg), Pile Inn Bed and Breakfast has barbecue facilities and garden. Built in 1980, this bed and breakfast is within 500 m of Ok Supermarket and 600 m of Shopping Centre. The bed and breakfast features garden views and a sun terrace. At the bed and brea ...
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Pillar Cave is in the Garden Castle area.
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Pillar Cave Annex is in the Garden Castle area, about 250m from Pillar cave.
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The Pitsaneng North Pass is a gully followed by a traverse and a ridge (from the top down).
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The Pitsaneng South Pass is without a trail.
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Pornographic Shelter (Bushmans River Rock #1) is in the Garden Castle area. Interpretation by Celeste Rossouw: One of the panels at Pornographic Shelter displays a group of running men that seems to be hunting. The parent rock shows signs of flaking, natural weathering and water-wash areas consisting of silica, salt a ...
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Set in the charming Mkhomazana Valley, this resort offers hotel and cottage accommodation, and Southern Drakensberg views. Tours to Sani Pass with 4x4 vehicles depart daily from the resort. All accommodation at Premier Resort Sani Pass has a classical style with wooden furniture, and some units benefit from large windo ...
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Redi is in the Lotheni area.
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Redi Pass is the sixth highest peak in South Africa. The direct route up it demands rock climbing.
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The approach to Rhino Pass is difficult but the actual pass is fairly easy. It has spectacular scenery.
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Rhino Peak (Thaba Ngcobo) is located in the Garden Castle area.
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Ripon Country Cottage is a comfortable three-bedroomed cottage situated on a beef (indigenous Nguni cattle), rose and cherry farm overlooking two trout and bass dams and the Drakensberg Mountains, now a World Heritage Site. Relax with magnificent views of the Sani Pass and enjoy trout and bass fishing, hiking, mountain ...
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Riverbend Chalets (Gold Crown Resort) is set within the scenic Drakensberg Garden and boasts views of lush landscapes and the majestic Drakensberg Mountain Range. The resort has a restaurant, children’s playground and outdoor swimming pool. The 2-bedroom units come fitted with an open plan lounge and dining area, a kit ...
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Rob's Cave is in the Garden Castle area in the Hidden Valley area. The cave has a large overhang providing good shelter. The floor is only level in some areas for sleeping.
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Rockfall Cave is in the uMkhomazi area. The cave is 1.6km from Sinclair's Cave and is positioned in a valley which marks the southern boundary of Anondale farm.
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Rougham Farm is based in the foothills of the majestic Southern Drakensberg Mountains, approximately 22 km south of Underberg toward Swartberg, Kokstad. The 43-hectare farm is run as a sustainable grass-fed beef and sheep farm, and the dry-stone walls that grace the hills of Rougham, give it a highland feel, while the ...
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Runaway Cave is in the Vergelegen area. Its a very small cave that accommodation 2 or 3 people at most.
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The Saddle Nek Pass is located in the Bushman's Nek region of the Drakensberg.
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Sakeng Cave is in the Cobham area. This is a small cave that sleeps 2 people.
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Sandleni Cave is in the Garden Castle area and is positioned just below Sandleni Cave. This is a big cave ad offers great protection from the elements.
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Sandleni Pass is a grassy gully pass and has no trail. It is relatively easy to hike. Although it is technically located in the Garden Castle area, it is very far from both Garden Castle and Cobham and therefore has little traffic.
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Sandleni Pinnacle is in the Garden Castle area.
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