Attractions in Drakensberg

Nestled in the rolling foothills of the Maluti Mountains of the north-eastern Free State lies the Golden Gate Highlands National Park. The park derives its name from the brilliant shades of gold cast by the sun on the park's sandstone cliffs, especially the imposing Brandwag rock, keeping vigil over... [ read more... ]

A trip to the Katse Dam in Lesotho is definately not to be missed. Beautiful scenery any time of year. Snow on the mountains during the winter is absolutely breathtaking. ... [ read more... ]

In 1891 this was the site of an historic Anglo-Boer battle, but today most visitors to the Spioenkop Nature Reserve are here for the fantastic dam. The fishing and boating opportunities are fantastic, but Spioenkop Nature Reserve is truly unique because visitors can explore several trails, even wit... [ read more... ]

The Ndedema Gorge is the biggest forest in the Drakensberg and is famous for is high caliber rock paintings and Bushman rock drawings, of which it houses in excess of 4000. This 5.5 kilometer gorge is not far from Cathedral Peak Nature Reserve and Mike’s Pass. Walks or hikes along the Ndedema G... [ read more... ]

Kamberg, located in the Mooi River valley, is one of KwaZulu-Natal's best trout fishing spots and host the annual Kamberg Trout Festival, one of South Africa's most anticipated fishing getaways. This famous fishing festival brings together fishermen from all over, to fish and make merriment togethe... [ read more... ]

The Lost valley is +/- 10 kms away from 'The Homestead'. The Lost valley is a unique land formation.There are only two land formations like this in the whole of South Africa.One is Die Hell near Ousthoorn in the Cape and the other 'Lost valley'in the Northern Drakensberg'.This is situated on privat... [ read more... ]

Shelter cave in Kamberg houses wonderful San Bushmen rock paintings. A guided walk to the cave takes up to 4 hours in each direction. The reserve also protects over 500 San Bushman paintings, some of which date back over 800 years. Much of this rock art is easily accessible on foot. ... [ read more... ]

This area is becoming a popular tourist destination for its spectacular mountain views that stretch from Lesotho. To be viewed in this area included San paintings and caves. Activities include hiking, tracking, white water rafting, mountain biking, hot air ballooning and many more. ... [ read more... ]

Wagendrift Dam just outside Estcourt takes its name from a drift through the Bushmans River used by transport wagons on their way from Port Natal to the goldfields of the Witwatersrand, Wagendrift reserve near Estcourt is a 980 hectare protected area which incorperates Moor Park reserve and surround... [ read more... ]

Really excellent food - great prices and the portions are huge. Popular with locals and tourists . Great atmosphere and the kids can swim while you have meal. The best place to eat in the Berg.... [ read more... ]

Proclaimed in 1916, the Royal Natal National Park is a spectacular experience for any scenery lover. Not only is this home to the Drakensberg's breathtaking “Amphitheatre” (where a half-moon wall of basalt forms a 1500m high and 6km long natural amphitheater) but the this is also home to the se... [ read more... ]

The Champagne Castle is the second highest peak in the Drakensberg mountain range with a height of 3,377 meters above sea level. Its natural beauty is a spectacular treat to the eyes, and Champagne Castle is an attraction that cannot be missed. The Cathin peak, one of the more dominating features o... [ read more... ]

Restaurant, curio shops and information centre ... [ read more... ]

The Natal Drakensberg Park, covering about 2000 square kilometers of the Kwazulu Natal Midlands, is clearly a huge land mass, but its credentials get a further boost because this is home to some of the most spectacular wilderness in Southern Africa. The lower regions, which are typically wooded and... [ read more... ]

With a height of 3314 meters and a setting as beautiful as that of Giant’s Castle, you wouldn’t want to miss visiting this peak. The surrounding reserve was created in 1903 with the intention of preventing the extinction of eland. Today, the Giant’s Castle is considered to have one of the l... [ read more... ]

Along with the two major celebrations held annually, the Drakensberg Boys Choir hold a concert every Wednesday afternoon that are local events that are not to be missed. The Drankensberg Boys Choir mesmerises the audience with their music that is one of a kind and the assorted musical styles demons... [ read more... ]

Covering a total of 32,000 hectares, Cathedral Park Nature Reserve is considered to be a paradise for hikers and is home to the Didima Valley, known for its prime examples of San Rock Art. Bordering on the Monks Cowl, the Thukela area and Lesotho, Cathedral Park Nature Reserve is a part of the huge... [ read more... ]

The Sani Pass takes travellers along a spectacular mountain road that snakes its way from the Drakensberg in South Africa, into Lesotho. Once at the summit of the pass, the Sani Top bar - the highest bar in South Africa - has various refreshments on offer. A 4x4 is highly recommended when driving ... [ read more... ]