Region: Central Drakensberg

Mafadi/Ntheledi peak is the highest peak in South Africa,The name Mafadi (meaning the Mother of Fadi). The original Sotho name Ntheledi (meaning "Makes me slip", refers to the nearby stream) it is considered by some to be a more relevant and the correct name.
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Main Caves is in the Giants Castle area. This painted shelter is easily accessed and is a short walk from the Giants Castle camp. The site is fenced and guided tours commence at the cave entrance hourly 9.00 am to 3.00 pm. They take a maximum of 13 people at a time, so get there early. This is an extensively painted ...
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This hike leads from the camp, along the river near the edge of a forest, up to the large caves, which are crucial archaeological sites and have been turned into a museum showing the Bushman's way of life. Tours are conducted throughout the year at set times in the company of a field ranger. An easy 40min hike. Tours ...
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Manwood Lodge is offering accommodation in Mooirivier. 7 km from Mooiriver Mooi Loft, the guest house provides barbecue facilities and a garden. The property is 8 km from Supermarket (Mooi River) and 9 km from Fishing and Picnic. Guest rooms in the guest house are fitted with a kettle. Each room comes with a private ba ...
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A lovely cave only 50m from Marble Baths, sleeps at least 8 people.Its an easy day hike to the cave and well worth staying a night over in the cave.
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Smaller the Marble Baths Cave but does offer even more protection from the wind and rain. The cave top is very low in the sleeping area. Its an easy day hike to the cave and well worth staying a night over in the cave.
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From Injisuthi Camp follow the route towards Fergy's Cave, after 5km's turn right crossing over the river, only 3km's and 200m elevation to go. The path is on the left side of the valley and slowly climbs higher towards Marble Baths. Marble Baths Cave and Annex are 50m from Marble Baths should you choose to sleep over ...
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From Injisuthi Camp head past Yellowwood forest for a steep 3.8 km's hike all uphill to Grindstone Caves, continue up past the caves, the views at the top of the Drakensberg are stunning. Follow the path South West across the ridge for 3km's of relatively flat walking, then downhill and towards Marble Baths. A good ma ...
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Marten's Shelter is in the Monks Cowl area. This small site is situated on the path between Champagne Castle Hotel and The Sphinx path at Monks Cowl . It is on the Champagne Castle Hotel’s property so access is with permission of the hotel management. The site is well marked and is a small set of paintings of Mountain ...
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Meander Hut overlooks meander stream and is set on the edge of the hill. A really stunning view over the valley looking back towards Highmoor. The Hut burn't down some years ago and is currently a ruin.
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A relatively easy day hike for the family (probably 8 and above). A steep hill on the way to the hut but almost all downhill after. The views from the hut looking back towards Highmoor and into the valley below are worth while. Sadly the hut burnt down and is not in use at the moment. The first image in the gallery sh ...
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Mhlwazini Peak is located in the Monks Cowl area. Ship's Prow Pass is the closet pass.
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Monks Cowl, taking its name from the peak sandwiched between the towering Champagne Castle and Cathkin mountains, is part of the 260 000 ha Maloti-Drakensberg Park World Heritage Site and is the access point to the Mlambonja and Mdedelo Wilderness Area.
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Monks Cowl, taking its name from the peak sandwiched between the towering Champagne Castle and Cathkin mountains, is part of the 260 000 ha Maloti-Drakensberg Park World Heritage Site and is the access point to the Mlambonja and Mdedelo Wilderness Area. The Monk's Cowl Nature Reserve with its breathtaking vistas of sw ...
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Surrounded by nature, with a lake and views of the Cathkin and Champagne mountains, Monte Video-Deo Gloria offers 4 bedrooms and is located inside the Mount Champagne Resort. The thatched holiday house features a seating area with sofas and fireplace. It is fitted with a terrace and flat-screen TV.
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Mount Durnford is in the Giants Castle area.
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Mount Lebanon Peak can be viewed from the Highmoor Campsite. The peak is 2 153 m high. From Mount Lebanon the views are almost 360 degrees and looking back you will see the Highmoor Campsite behind you (South West).
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The longest of all the hikes from Highmoor Camp rewarded with great views along the way. Mount Lebanon Peak can be viewed from the Highmoor Campsite. The peak is 2 153 m high. In the gallery you will see how the small Kamloops Dam had overflowed from a short downpour a little earlier, always keep an eye on the weather ...
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Sandra se Winkel is a living Trading Store museum with sealed products dating from the 60's still in their original packaging. All is not for sale and that is why it is a museum.
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Nkosazana Cave / Inkosazana is in the Monks Cowl area at the top of the escarpment, about 500m further along from reaching the top of Greys Pass. The cave can sleep 10 in winter months when dry, however in winter the cave is very damp inside.
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Nkosazana Peak is in the Monks Cowl area.
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Ntabahlope is in the Giants Castle region of the Drakensberg.
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Situated on 7 hectares of land with a stream running through it, Old Beacon Hill was once an old railway station. Located within 10 km of Estcourt, this property offers self-catering accommodation with views of the surrounding area. Each unit at Old Beacon Hill features a fully-equipped kitchen, a dining area and a sea ...
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This is a short walk in the vicinity of the camp. From the office at Injasuti take the Cowl Stream fork. At the top of the incline turn left to the walls of the old kraal. And shortly after that left again to the old woman stream. After crossing the river turn left and follow the path back to camp. An easy 1 hr hike (2 ...
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Old Man is in the Injisuthi area.
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Old Woman Grinding Corn is in the Injisuthi Cowl area.
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Popple Peak is in the Injisuthi area. The peak is named after John Poppleton.
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Potterhill is in the Giants Castle area.
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Situated in Kamberg Valley, Qambathi Mountain Lodge offers accommodation with free WiFi. Complimentary private parking is available on site. A Full English/Irish breakfast is available every morning at the property.
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Featuring barbecue facilities, Rearsby Farm is set in Mooirivier in the KwaZulu-Natal region, 5 km from Mooiriver Mooi Loft. Located around 7 km from Supermarket (Mooi River), the hotel is also 7 km away from Fishing and Picnic. The property is located 15 km from Willowgrange War Cemetery. At the hotel, every room come ...
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Red Wall Peak is in the Injisuthi area.
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Located in Central Drakensberg, River Crossing offers B&B and self-catering accommodation on 100 acres of malaria-free farmland. This property is bordered by the Sterkspruit and Mtoti Rivers, offering guests the chance to enjoy river walks and bird-watching.
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A large boulder with the number 75 painted on it by members of the 75th Regiment Royal Engineers involved in the so-called ‘Langalibalele Rebellion’.
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Located on Highlands estate, next door to Dragon Peaks, Rockwood features accommodation in 3 Units, sleeping 12 for family group bookings. The Main House sleeps 6, The Cellar apartment sleeps 2 Adults & 2 Children and the romantic Rock Cave sleeps 2. All bedrooms have en-suite bathrooms. Fully fitted kitchen, dini ...
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A little gem of a hike, not too many people know about. An easy hike, 5.9km's from the trout dams, shorter if you drive further along until the no entry sign and walk from there. A moderate uphill on the way of 183m. Roman Baths is a great spot for a family outing, a swim and lunch on the side of the river. If you ven ...
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One of Kamberg's highlights is the San Rock Art Interpretation Centre which runs spectacular DVD presentations on rock art. Trained guides are available to take visitors to Game pass Shelter (3 hours walk), to see rock art painting which have been described as the Rosetta Stone of ancient Rock Art. Contact: Hospitalit ...
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Sanqebethu is in the Giants Castle area.
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Scaly Peak is in the Injisuthi  region of the Drakensberg.
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An interesting question that arises from paintings on a ceiling is: “What will the viewpoint of the spectators be?”. When are the paintings upside-down? An upside-down eland is a metaphor for trance or going into an altered state of consciousness. Modern day San refers to the trance dance and entering altered states o ...
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Most mountaineers describe Ship's Prow Pass as the most difficult non-rock pass in the Berg - it is the highest in the Berg after all. The view from the top is legendary. Going up the North Fork is not not advised due to falling rock, rather go up the South Fork.
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Ship's Prow South Pass is the advised route option, the North Fork has had rockfalls in the past and is very dangerous. This is a long pass and tops out at 3292m, the highest pass in the Drakensberg.
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Ship's Prow Peak is in the Monks Cowl area.
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Offering an outdoor pool and a restaurant, Silver Hill Lodge is located in Mooirivier. Free WiFi access is available in this lodge. Extras include bed linen and ironing facilities. At Silver Hill Lodge you will find a garden, a terrace and a bar. Other facilities offered at the property include a shared lounge, a game ...
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Offering free WiFi and mountain views, Skye Blue Cottage is an accommodation located in Bergview. Guests staying at this holiday home have access to a fully equipped kitchen and a patio. The holiday home consists of 4 separate bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and a seating area. A flat-screen TV and DVD player are featured.
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Sombrero is on the Monks Cowl area.
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Spare Rib Cave is on your left 1.6km from Bannerman Hut going up Bannerman Pass (thus about half way up the pass). To get to the cave some care should be taken near the entrance as its on rock and it not level. The views from the cave are beautiful. In summer the cave is wet and a better alternative is to stay in Bann ...
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Injasuti. Proceed up Bannerman Pass from Bannerman Hut. The cave is near the top of the escarpment on the left hand side. A severe 2 hrs hike (3kms)
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Spion Kop Lodge is set on a 700 hectare farm, just 15 km north of Winterton. It borders the Spion Kop Nature Reserve and is situated close to historic battlefields. The double rooms are situated at the original homestead, and each room comes with a patio and en-suite bathroom. The self-catering units are equipped with ...
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