Minimum Impact – Leave No Trace environmental principles by hikers
The "Minimum Impact - Leave No Trace" environmental principles by hikers applicable to the Maloti-Drakensberg Park.
Plan ahead & prepare
Know the rules…
Highmoor to Giant's Viewpoint
Route: Highmoor to Giant’s Viewpoint Distance: about 4.5 km each way, or 9 km return Walking time: about an hour and a half each way
This walk crosses Highmoo…
Bushman's Nek to Halfway/Slab Cave (Fisherman's Cave)
The walk from Bushman’s Nek to Halfway/Slab Cave, also known as Fisherman’s Cave, follows the river valley towards the higher passes. It is about 5.25 km each…
The best day hiking snacks
When you and your family or friends are out on a day hike remember to pack some snacks. During the hike your body exerts a lot of energy and the younger childr…
Drakensberg: Winter Trek up Bannerman Pass
Nicola Freitas’s video follows a three-day winter circuit from Giant’s Castle camp to Bannerman Hut, up Bannerman Pass and back down Langalibalele Pass. The it…
Hiking Clubs
There are two recommended hiking clubs you can join. They are the Mountain Backpackers Club and the Mountain Club of SA - KZN
About the Mountain…
The Jewel of the Drakensberg
This feature was published in 2024. References to the school’s age and anniversary describe that date.
Drakensberg Choir
The Drakensberg Boys Choir School (DBC…
21 Essential Hiking Tips for the Drakensberg Mountains
Prepare for your hiking trip be it a day hike or overnight hike by adopting these tried and tested tips and remember to always be prepared. It’s the Boy Scout…
Drakensberg Hiking and Camping Fees 2026/2027
Planning a day hike, a weekend in a cave or a few nights camping in the Drakensberg? Here are the main Ezemvelo KZN Wildlife fees for 2026/2027, brought togeth…
