Details of the 3 Day Cathedral Peak Hiking Trail-summit one the few free standing mountains in the Drakensberg If hiking and adventure are you thing, then you have definitely come to the right place. The Cathedral Peak Hiking Trail has it all. Incredible mountain scenery. The challenge of summiting the peak. And a bit of abseiling!! What the Cathedral Peak Hiking Trail cost includes Guides Tents Hiking Permits for 3 days Breakfast and dinner on the mountain Cooking and eating utensils Ropes and harness for the exposed sections near the summit of Cathedral Peak What the cost excludes Transport. Hikers will
Details of the 3 Day Mnweni Hike-the most scenic hike in the Drakensberg There is no better way to enjoy the sheet magnificence of the Drakensberg. Join us on this 3 day, 2 night Mnweni Hiking Trail in the northern part of the mountains Mnweni. Cost of the hike R1,900 per person What the cost includes Guides Tents Hiking Permits for 3 days Breakfast and dinner on the mountain Cooking and eating utensils What the cost excludes Transport. Hikers will have to meet us at the Mnweni Cultural centre Porters ( they can be hired for R400 a day) Lunches/snacks
The Natal Midlands The Natal Midlands is absolutley gorgeous. If you have never visited the area, be sure to make a plan soon. The area is shrouded in mystery and history with plenty of activities from hiking advenures in the Drakensberg, fishing, biking and running. How did the Natal Midlands get its name? The Midlands is situated between two extremes-the warm coastal forest and the gaunt, snow covered heights of the Drakensberg mountains. It stretches for 200km. Through this undulating landscape of hills, the ground rises from sea level to 1200m at the foot of the Southern Drakensberg. The lower
The Drakensberg… The number one hiking destination in South Africa by a long shot ( sorry Cape Town) is the mighty Drakensberg. These majestic mountains, situated in the province of KwaZulu Natal and the Eastern Cape offers up some fantastic hiking opportunities. The Best part about hiking in the Drakensberg? The sheer diversity! Hike along the rugged escarpment, scramble up majestic mountain passes, follow a stream onto a Gorge-carving waterfall or huff and puff to the top of South Africa’s highest peak where the weather and scenery is notoriously wild. And now for our next number…. We’d like to return
Explore the top walking holidays in South Africa. Guided tours include the bucket list of adventures from the Drakensberg mountains to the Garden Route in the Cape
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Cathedral Peak Hike at its best! The Drakensberg mountain range in South Africa is hikers paradise!! It is also fast becoming one of the top hiking destinations in the world. And it is no wonder!! The range extends roughly north east to south west for over 1,100 kilometers. The average height is 3,100m with the highest summit known as Mafadi situated at a height of 3,451m. The Drakensberg was deservedly named a World Heritage site bank in 2000. The massive towers and spires of basalt and sandstone are unique and incredibly beautiful. It is no wonder Tolkien was inspired
[vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] What you need to know about the 2 day Amphitheatre Hike in the Drakensberg The pick-up location for the tour? The pick-up location for the tour is “The Stables Village Market” situated on 3rd Road, Chartwell. You will need to drive into the property. There is secure parking with security so don’t worry about your car. It will be safe. Click here for the Google Maps Directions Why we can’t pick you up from you home? Pure logistics are to blame. We have over 12 people to pick up. So you can imagine the nightmare of driving all over
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] What you need to know about a 3 day Drakensberg Hike The pick-up location for the tour? The pick-up location for the tour is “THE STABLES VILLAGE MARKET”, situated in the Chartwell area-close to Broadacres. The address is 212 3rd rd, Chartwell You will need to drive into the property upon arrival. There is secure parking with security so don’t worry about your car. It will be safe. Other options would be Uber, getting dropped off and roller skates. Click here for the Google Maps Directions Why we can’t pick you up from you home? Pure logistics are to blame.
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] My Champagne Castle Hiking experience in the Drakensberg Mountains We asked one of our regular clients to share in their latest experience. The hike was in the Central Drakensberg area and the objective was to get to the summit of the second highest mountain in South Africa known as Champagne Castle– a challenging yet rewarding trek with some incredible views. The camp for the 2 nights was nestled between the looming peaks of the Dragons Back, Champagne, Cathkin Peak and Monks Cowl. The camp known as Keith’s Bush Camp is the perfect spot for a summit bid. It is
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Our guided Drakensberg hiking tours from Johannesburg South Africa Adventures are the leading tour company when it comes to guided Drakensberg hikes from Johannesburg. We have been involved in over 200 guide hikes to South Africa’s premiere trekking destination for over 10 years. We get it!!! You would love to go hiking in the Drakensberg but you are faced with a number of challenges; You have no one go with You lead a pretty hectic lifestyle and the logistics of organizing the trip for yourself or a group of friends is just too stressful You are a solo traveller