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Aasvoelkrans Cave accommodates 8 people and is approximately 4.2 km from the Highmoor Reserve parking area. This is an easy hike. The cave itself is a "double-storey" cave and sleeping would…
View details: Aasvoëlkrans Cave HikeThis 5-day hike explores the northern and central Drakensberg, including the Mnweni area. The itinerary crosses a wider mountain landscape and should not be described as lying entirely withi…
View details: Amphitheatre to Cathedral Peak HikeThis itinerary uses Bannerman Hut as a base for an ascent of Bannerman Pass. The hike to the hut on day one is 10km and includes a sustained climb; allow for the fitness and pace of your gro…
View details: Bannerman Hut and Bannerman Pass Circular RouteA 10 km hike, mostly uphill, to Bannerman Hut. The hike starts at the day picnic spot at Giants Castle. A short downhill and then a mostly gentle climb for about 4 km. The last 5 km follow t…
View details: Bannerman Hut HikeThis longer approach to Bannerman Hut covers 14 km with 609m of ascent, mostly in the 1st half of the hike. The terrain is relatively level thereafter. The views from Bannerman Hut and the r…
View details: Bannerman Hut via Langalibalele RidgeBannerman Hut lies at the foot of the pass and can serve as a base for an ascent. The route still calls for mountain fitness, navigation and preparation for changing conditions; being close …
View details: Bannerman PassThe walk to Bushman’s Cave via Halfway/Slab Cave is about 9.6km in the Bushman’s Nek area. The cave can be visited on a day hike or used for an overnight stop on day 1 of a longer trip. Arra…
View details: Bushman's Cave (via Slab Cave) HikeThe Bushman's Nek Pass is suitable for hiking and horse riding. The hike from Bushman’s Nek camp to the top of the pass is 8km with a total elevation gain of 679m making this a moderately di…
View details: Bushman's Nek Pass HikeCaracal Cave easily accommodates 8 people and is approximately 5.2 km from the Highmoor Reserve parking area. This is a relatively easy hike to the Cave and a bit of a climb back to the park…
View details: Caracal Cave HikeInjisuthi camp-access note — 2 November 2026: MBC Mountain Backpackers Club reports continuing access restrictions following bridge damage and major flood changes around Marble Baths. Confir…
View details: Centenary Hut HikeThe Chain Ladder route reaches the escarpment from Sentinel Car Park, approached via Witsieshoek Mountain Lodge. The ladder ascent is steep and exposed. A reasonable level of fitness, confid…
View details: Chain Ladder PassChampagne Castle rises to 3377m in the Central Drakensberg. This hike climbs Gray’s Pass before continuing to the summit. Reaching the top of the pass still leaves the summit walk and the re…
View details: Champagne Castle Via Gray's Pass HikeThis 3 day backpacking trip from Cobham stays at Mzimkulwana Hut on night 1 and Lakes Cave on night 2. Book the hut and cave through Cobham, and arrange any San rock-art visit in advance. Su…
View details: Cobham to Mzimkulwana Hut and Lakes CaveThe Drakensberg Grand Traverse (DGT) has no set route and is largely off trail. Most people will cover in the vicinity of 210 kilometers and climb more than 9,000 meters. The DGT is seen as …
View details: Drakensberg Grand TraverseFrom the Mnweni Cultural Centre this is a long hike of 14.5km and elevation gain of 546m. The views from near the cave of Fangs and Mbundini pass are stunning. GPS track gpxfilename=Mnweni_t…
View details: Five Star Cave HikeA difficult 10km outward hike from Garden Castle to Rhino Peak, taking roughly 5 hours and gaining 1 194m. The descent needs additional time and energy, so start early for a day hike. Arrang…
View details: Garden Castle to Rhino Peak (Thaba Ngcobo)The outward walk takes about 2 hours over 3.7 km, gaining 377m. The final approach includes wooden steps. The large overhang has flat floor space for about 10 people, though weather affects …
View details: Garden Castle to Sleeping Beauty Cave HikeOne of the most identifiable passes of the Drakensberg Mountains, Giant's Castle Pass is a steep, rocky ascent to 3 102m offering stunning views. Some say it's an extreme 4 hr (6 km) hike fr…
View details: Giant's Castle PassThe Giants Cup trail is an established multi-day trail in the southern Drakensberg. The hike is over 5 days (and 5 nights accommodation in the Drakensberg) and is 58.9 km in total. The first…
View details: Giant's Cup Trail HikeA 4.4km hike with a 436m climb near the end. The Gladstone's Nose Trail offers views of the surrounding Drakensberg landscape. Different species of antelope occur in the area. The trail pass…
View details: Gladstone's Nose TrailTwo routes are possible, one via Lammergeier Cave or via Thamathu Cave. The route via Thamathu cave is recommended as a path can be followed the whole way. The hike via Lammergeier cave has …
View details: Goats Cave Hike (via Thamathu cave)Gray's Pass is a short but difficult mountain pass in the Monks Cowl area. The GPS track below starts at Keith Bush Camp; allow separately for reaching the camp and for your return journey. …
View details: Gray's PassInjisuthi camp-access note — 2 November 2026: MBC Mountain Backpackers Club reports continuing access restrictions following bridge damage and major flood changes around Marble Baths. Confir…
View details: Grindstone Caves Hike12.5 km (5 hours) via Pholela Hut on the way to Gxalingenwa Cave and 11.5 km (4 hours) return via Pinnacle Rock. The hike is good for bird watching and game viewing. It follows the Emerald S…
View details: Gxalingenwa Cave Circular Route
