Explore the stunning beauty of the Drakensberg with our carefully curated Drakensberg Walking Excursions day hikes! Each hike is based on a detailed guiding plan, ensuring a memorable and enriching experience in this breathtaking landscape. Join me for an unforgettable adventure!
Monks Cowl
Monks Cowl, located in South Africa’s Central Drakensberg, known as the Champagne Valley, is a stunning conservation area that forms part of the Maloti-Drakensberg World Heritage Site. This area is known for its dramatic peaks, lush valleys, and hiking trails. Named after a mountain peak shaped like a monk’s hood, it boasts remarkable natural beauty, rich wildlife, and a peaceful retreat for nature enthusiasts.
- Sterkspruit and Nandi’s Falls Loop
- Hlathikulu Forest Hike
- Keartlands Pass, Blindman’s Corner, the Sphinx, and Crystal Falls
- Makhulumani Valley, Hlathikhulu Nek and the Sphinx Loop
Injisuthi
Injisuthi, a conservation area in South Africa’s Central Drakensberg, is celebrated for its stunning landscapes, towering peaks, quiet valleys, and clear mountain streams. Known for its ancient rock art, abundant wildlife, and peaceful trails, it provides a unique opportunity to explore this World Heritage Site’s natural and cultural treasures.
Kamberg
Kamberg, set in the foothills of South Africa’s Drakensberg, is a tranquil retreat renowned for its natural beauty, excellent trout fishing, and ancient San rock art. Its open grasslands, clear streams, and quiet trails provide an ideal setting for those seeking nature, relaxation, and cultural discovery.
Didima and Cathedral Peak
The Didima and Cathedral Peak region in the Drakensberg is known for its dramatic landscapes, lush valleys, and variety of hiking trails. This area is rich in San heritage, and it combines cultural significance with natural beauty, offering visitors unforgettable views, diverse wildlife, and exciting outdoor activities.
- Rainbow Gorge
- Mushroom Rock and Mhlonhlo Valley Loop
- Baboon Rock and Procession Shelter
- Lower Mushroom Shelter
Royal Natal and Witsieshoek
Royal Natal and Witsieshoek, situated in the Northern Drakensberg, are renowned for their stunning mountain views and verdant valleys. Famous for the dramatic Amphitheatre, these regions are abundant in natural beauty, wildlife, and excellent hiking trails. They offer a peaceful retreat for those exploring both nature and cultural history.
Drakensberg Walking Excursions 