An area of incredible beauty, northern and central Drakensberg feature tall mountains with waterfalls flowing into four different valleys, each with their own unique brand of beauty. Most resorts and hotels include on-site activities.
Top Things to do and see in Drakensberg
The Royal Natal National Park is home to the Amphitheatre and Tugela Falls, which is the tallest of Drakensberg's waterfall features.
For history buffs, the primary battle sites from the Boer War are located in Ladysmith and Colenso. In each location, visitors can tour the graveyards and museums, where the artefacts and information pertaining to the war can be seen.
The Lost Valley and Middledale Pass, located in a remote area of Drakensberg, is one of two local areas of unique geographical interest and includes a still-working, historical man-made suspension bridge.
uKhahlamba-Drakensberg Park
For those who love walking adventures, uKhalamba-Drakensberg Park is South Africa's top place to be. The Drakensberg Mountains stand an impressive three kilometres tall, with breath-taking sandstone ridges overlooking wild grasslands and forests. The park itself serves as the backbone of the mountain range and is designated as a World Heritage site. Both single-day walking trips and extended trekking adventures can be arranged, with the more arduous extended trips lasting between two and four days.
Drakensberg Hotels
Drakensberg accommodation runs the gamut. In addition to cheap hotels in Drakensberg, visitors can choose from a selection of business and golf hotels for corporate guests.