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155 listings found Cleo’s Pools lies beside a stream in the valley below Bergview. The GPS track below starts at Drakensberg Sun. A separate approach from the Bergview/Berghaven cottages area drops steeply int… Choose a short walk of about 1km to 5km in total along the Pholela River from Cobham. The flexible distance makes this a useful picnic outing or an introduction to Drakensberg walking for ch… 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… This is a long mountain outing from the Cathedral Peak Hotel area, climbing to the contour path below the Cathedral range before following it south towards Ndedema Gorge. It links valley sce… Cyprus Cave is a stream-eroded overhang in the uMkhomazi area, with a pool in front. Its floor slopes towards the pool, and water comes over the lip above the cave. Heavy rain and flash floo… Cyprus Cave Annex is a separate overhang a few metres from Cyprus Cave. It is narrower and less sheltered than the main cave, so the two should not be treated as interchangeable overnight st… Doreen Falls is about 2.1km from Cathedral Peak Hotel, with an elevation gain of 98m. A pool lies below the falls. Take care on wet rocks and assess the water before swimming, especially aft… 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… A moderate 3 hour walk (6,6km circular route) through indigenous forest leads to a grotto, waterfall and pool. The shaded water can be cold. Take care on wet rocks and assess the water befor… A 4.3km forest walk from Drakensberg Sun. Ask the resort about current trail access before setting out. The Blue Grotto and Barry’s Grave loop is a separate outing. GPS track gpxfilename=Dra… The Eagle Trail is a circular mountain walk from the Lotheni camp area, taking in protea slopes, grassland, patches of indigenous forest and stream crossings. The climb opens up views over t… Fairy Glen is a 2.2 km return walk from the Royal Natal day parking area to a waterfall in a wooded glen. The path climbs from the valley before entering the bush, making this a shorter outi… 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… Fulton’s Rock has San rock art depicting an elephant. Arrange access to the painted site with Highmoor Reserve before visiting. Highmoor camp to Fulton's rock is an easy hike to the rock and… The guided walk to Game Pass Shelter takes about two-and-a-half to three-and-a-half hours, passing the spiritually significant Waterfall Shelter. It offers a memorable introduction to San ro… This severe 6-hour hike (15 km) links the Nxwaye valley, Ganabu Ridge and Baboon Rock in the Cathedral Peak area. It is longer than the hotel’s direct Baboon Rock outing. Rocky scrambling an… 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 … The Gelib Tree Trail is a short walk in the Lotheni valley with a story behind its destination. The acacia was grown from seed collected at Gelib in East Africa by Captain Charles Eustace du… This walk combines a visit to the Main Cave San rock-art site with a walk along the Bushman's River for a picnic. Arrange the guided rock-art visit with Giant's Castle reserve before setting… 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… This alternative route to Giant’s Hut starts at Giant’s Castle main camp, just south of the two Dassies stream route, and climbs steadily towards the hut. Giant’s Hut guide is a ruin and sho… This fairly level walk from Highmoor leads to views of Giant’s Castle on a clear day. Look out for Cape vultures, blesbok and eland along the way. Explore the Highmoor area: Read our Highmoo…Cleo's Pools Hike
Cobham Pholela River Walk
Cobham to Mzimkulwana Hut and Lakes Cave
Contour Path - Cathedral Peak to Ndedema Hike
Cyprus Cave
Cyprus Cave Annex
Doreen Falls Hike
Drakensberg Grand Traverse
Drakensberg Sun to Blue Grotto Pool (return via Barry's Grave)
Drakensberg Sun to Fern Forest
Eagle Trail
Fairy Glen Hike
Five Star Cave Hike
Fulton's Rock Hike
Game Pass Shelter Hike
Ganabu Ridge and Baboon Rock Hike
Garden Castle to Rhino Peak (Thaba Ngcobo)
Garden Castle to Sleeping Beauty Cave Hike
Gelib Tree Trail
Giant's Castle Main Cave & River Walk
Giant's Castle Pass
Giant's Cup Trail Hike
Giant's Hut via Oribi Ridge Hike
Giant's Viewpoint Hike
