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71 listings found Aasvoëlkrans Cave has sleeping space for 8 people and is about 4.2 km from the Highmoor Reserve parking area. The shelter has two levels, with the lower cave normally used for overnight stay… This 5-day mountain traverse links the Amphitheatre and Cathedral Peak areas through the northern Drakensberg, including Mnweni. Mnweni forms part of the Amangwane community area outside the… This itinerary uses Bannerman Hut as a base for an ascent of Bannerman Pass. The first day covers about 10km to the hut, with a sustained climb. After the first night at the hut, climb Banne… The walk to Bannerman Hut is about 10 km, mostly uphill, from the day picnic area at Giant’s Castle. After a short descent, the route climbs gently for about 4 km. The final 5 km follow the … This 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… Bannerman 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 … The 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… The walk from Bushman’s Nek camp to the top of Bushman’s Nek Pass is about 8km, with an elevation gain of 679m. This is the outward leg; allow time and energy for the return walk. The route … Caracal Cave has sleeping space for 8 people and is about 5.2 km from the Highmoor Reserve parking area. The return walk includes a climb back towards the parking area. The overhang provides… Injisuthi 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… The Chain Ladder route reaches the escarpment from Sentinel Car Park, approached via Witsieshoek Mountain Lodge. The ladder ascent is steep and exposed, requiring fitness, confidence with he… Champagne 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… This 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… The Drakensberg Grand Traverse is a long mountain journey without a single fixed path. The route described here covers about 210 kilometers and climbs more than 9,000 meters, depending on th… This long approach from the Mnweni Cultural Centre covers 14.5km with an elevation gain of 546m to Five Star Cave. From near the cave, the views take in Fangs Pass and Mbundini Pass. Explore… A 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… 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 … Giant’s Castle Pass is a steep, rocky ascent reaching about 3 102m, with wide views over the surrounding mountains. Reaching the top of the pass is a different objective from climbing the su… The 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… A 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… The approaches to Goats Cave run via Lammergeier Cave or Thamathu Cave. The Thamathu approach follows a path for much of the way, while the Lammergeier approach includes substantial pathless… 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. … Injisuthi 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… The circuit has an outward leg of about 12.5 km (5 hours) to Gxalingenwa Cave and an 11.5 km (4 hours) return via Pinnacle Rock. Plan for both legs, whether walking the circuit in a day or s…Aasvoëlkrans Cave Hike
Amphitheatre to Cathedral Peak Hike
Bannerman Hut and Bannerman Pass Circular Route
Bannerman Hut Hike
Bannerman Hut via Langalibalele Ridge
Bannerman Pass
Bushman's Cave (via Slab Cave) Hike
Bushman's Nek Pass Hike
Caracal Cave Hike
Centenary Hut Hike
Chain Ladder Pass
Champagne Castle Via Gray's Pass Hike
Cobham to Mzimkulwana Hut and Lakes Cave
Drakensberg Grand Traverse
Five Star Cave Hike
Garden Castle to Rhino Peak (Thaba Ngcobo)
Garden Castle to Sleeping Beauty Cave Hike
Giant's Castle Pass
Giant's Cup Trail Hike
Gladstone's Nose Trail
Goats Cave Hike (via Thamathu cave)
Gray's Pass
Grindstone Caves Hike
Gxalingenwa Cave Circular Route
