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Northern Drakensberg

The Northern Drakensberg comprises Royal Natal National Park, Amphitheatre, Rugged Glen Nature Reserve, Mont-aux-Sources, Singati Valley, Ifidi, Mnweni & Ntonjelana valleys, the Mnweni cutback, Mponjwane, and the Saddle.
Sentinel Caves

Sentinel Caves

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

The two Sentinel Caves in the Royal Natal area are situated on the escarpment in a large crack at the back of the Sentinel. They provide excellent protection from bad weather, have level floors and each cave can sleep 4 people.
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Sentinel Mountain Hut

Sentinel Mountain Hut

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Located above the chain ladders in Royal Natal Reserve.
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Sgonqweni Cave

Sgonqweni Cave

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Sgonqweni Cave is in the Mnweni area.
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Shepherd's Cave 1

Shepherd's Cave 1

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Shepherd's Cave 1 is in the Mnweni area in a Westerly direction heading towards Rwanqa pass.
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Shepherd's Cave 2

Shepherd's Cave 2

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Shepherd's Cave 2 is in the Mnweni area in a Westerly direction heading towards Rwanqa pass.
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Sherman's Cave

Sherman's Cave

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Sherman's Cave is in the Cathedral Peak area. The cave is just off the main path heading to Cathedral Peak. Its a large cave with a level floor that can accommodate 10 people.
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Sherman's Cave Hike

Sherman's Cave Hike

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Sherman's Cave can sleep to and is only 3.6km from Cathedral Peak Hotel, the hike to the cave is all uphill with a total elevation gain of 429m.
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Ship's Prow Pass (North)

Ship's Prow Pass (North)

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

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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Singathi (Busingati) Cave

Singathi (Busingati) Cave

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Singathi Cave is located in the AmaZizi Traditional Authority Area which includes the the Busingatha, Okhombe and Obanjaneni wards.. The views on the way are of Singathi Peak and Singathi Buttress.
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Singati

Singati

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Singati is in the AmaZizi Traditional Authority Area which includes the the Busingatha, Okhombe and Obanjaneni wards.
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Singati Wall

Singati Wall

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Singati Wall is in the AmaZizi Traditional Authority Area which includes the the Busingatha, Okhombe and Obanjaneni wards.
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Skylight Cave

Skylight Cave

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Skylight Cave is in the Mnweni area. The cave is 250m North East of Rat Hole Cave. This is a relatively small cave and exposed to the elements, Rat Hole Cave is a better alternative.
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Small Cave (Valley of Pools)

Small Cave (Valley of Pools)

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Small Cave (Valley of Pools) is in the Cathedral Peak area next to the Nkwazi river.
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Smuggler's Pass

Smuggler's Pass

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Smuggler's Pass was pioneered by smugglers - hence it's name. The main path forks into two paths but reconnects further up.
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Stimela Peak

Stimela Peak

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Stimela Peak is in the Mnweni area.
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Stimela Ridge

Stimela Ridge

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Stimela Ridge is in the Mnweni area.
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Sunshine Cave

Sunshine Cave

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Sunshine Cave is in the Mnweni area. This is a nice cave that can sleep 8 people on a level floor and offers good protection from bad weather.
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Boasting barbecue facilities, Swartkop Cottage is set on a farm on the banks of the Tugela River. This rustic cottage has solar lighting. the cottage has 2 bedrooms, a lounge and dining area with a gas stove and gas fridge. Hot water made from wood and fire. and fresh water is provided separately. River water is used f ...
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Thaba Chitja

Thaba Chitja

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

 Thaba Chitja is located within the Cathedral Peak area. Organs Pipe Pass and Tsekesteke Pass are the closest passes. The peak is referred to on Murch's list as U-Bend, and Yodeler's A on the Sommers list. (ref: Jonathan Newman).
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Thaba Edanyazana

Thaba Edanyazana

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Thaba Edanyazana is in the AmaZizi Traditional Authority Area which includes the the Busingatha, Okhombe and Obanjaneni wards.
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The Bell

The Bell

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Cathedral Peak is located within the Cathedral Peak area and is near Bell Cave.
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The Column

The Column

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

The Column is in the Cathedral Peak area. From the left is the Pyramid, the Column and Cleft Peak.
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The Crack Pass

The Crack Pass

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

The steep ascent through The Crack Pass is aided by a chain ladder. It is potentially dangerous.
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Boasting a terrace, The Itumeleng Guest House offers rooms in Bergville, 400 m from Information Bergville. Around 7 km from Driel Barrage, the property is also 14 km away from Fishing Area and offers free WiFi. The guest house has a restaurant and shared lounge, and Fishing Area is 14 km away. At the guest house, all r ...
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Situated in Ethels Drive, within a 1-minute walk of Viewpoint/picnic and 800 m of Oliviershoek Pass, The Phatt Chef Roadside Diner and B&B features accommodation with free WiFi. Boasting a terrace, this property is located near attractions such as Mitarachope. The property provides a shared lounge. All units at the ...
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The Twins

The Twins

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

The Twins are in the Cathedral Peak area.
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Three Puddings

Three Puddings

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

The Puddings is in the Cathedral Peak region of the Drakensberg.
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Thuthumi Pass

Thuthumi Pass

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Thuthumi Pass has awesome views of the Ndumeni Dome cliffs and the back of the Organ Pipes. It is easy to accomplish if you are an experienced hiker.
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Tlanyaku Pass

Tlanyaku Pass

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Tlanyaku Pass is a steep pass located in the Cathedral Peak area. It is situated between Ndedema Dome and the Sphinx.
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Tooth Cave

Tooth Cave

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Tooth Cave is in the Royal Natal area at the top of Devils Tooth Gully. Getting to this cave requires proper climbing gear and experience.
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Tsekeseke Peak

Tsekeseke Peak

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Tsekeseke Peak is in the Cathedral Peak area.
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Tsekesteke Pass

Tsekesteke Pass

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

The Tsekesteke Pass follows a beautiful trail along the Tsekesteke river and the gully alongside the Pyramid and the Column. This pass is moderately difficult.
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Tseketseke Hut

Tseketseke Hut

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

This hut (corrugated structure) is situated in the Cathedral Peak Reserve area 500m upriver from the contour path, bookings are done through the Didima office. To book the hut for overnight camping phone: 072 397 7901
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Tseketseke Pass Campsite

Tseketseke Pass Campsite

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

A small campsite at the point where the contour path crosses the Tseketseke River.
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Situated in Bonjaneni, a 15-minute walk from Rugged Glen Stables, Tugela Falls Bed and Breakfast provides accommodation with barbecue facilities. The property is around 3 km from Mount-Aux Source and 3.4 km from Sleeping Beauty Summit. Sigibudu Valley is 3.6 km from the bed and breakfast and Trilby Hill is 3.7 km away. ...
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Tugela Gorge Chain Ladder Hike

Tugela Gorge Chain Ladder Hike

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

This magnificent hike starts at the Gorge Car Park leading through stretches of protea veld and forest, and the scenery beyond the Gorge is spectacular.  
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Twelve Apostles (Mnweni)

Twelve Apostles (Mnweni)

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Twelve Apostles are in the Mnweni area.
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Twins Cave

Twins Cave

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Twins Cave is in the Cathedral Peak area. The cave is big with a level floor. The views are stunning. The overhang is high and thus protection from rain is not great.
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Twins Cave (Annex)

Twins Cave (Annex)

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Twins Cave (Annex) is in the Cathedral Peak area. The cave offers reasonable protection from the weather and can accommodate up to 6 people.
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Twins Pass

Twins Pass

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Twins Pass is a steep trail located in Northern Drakensberg in the Cathedral Peak region.
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Two Passes and Cleft Peak Escarpment Hike

Two Passes and Cleft Peak Escarpment Hike

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

An extreme 3 days hike (40 kms) The route starts at the top of Mike's Pass near Cathedral Peak Hotel, up the long ridge and the very steep Organ Pipes Pass. Traverse the escarpment and descend via Mlambonja Pass. This hike is classified extreme and for good reason. Not to be undertaken by the unfit or inexperienced. Mi ...
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Upper Ndumeni Cave 1

Upper Ndumeni Cave 1

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Upper Ndumeni Cave 1 is in the Cathedral Peak area. This is a small cave that offers good protection from the elements. The cave is sometimes referred to Ndumeni Dome Cave as near the peak of Ndumeni Dome.
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Upper Ndumeni Cave 2

Upper Ndumeni Cave 2

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Upper Ndumeni Cave 2 is in the Cathedral Peak area. The cave is sometimes referred to Ndumeni Dome Cave as near the peak of Ndumeni Dome. This is a small cave and can only comfortable accommodate 3 people.
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Utshani Cave

Utshani Cave

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Utshani Cave is in the Cathedral Peak area and is located 130m from the top of Easter Pass (Christmas Pass).
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Veranda Cave

Veranda Cave

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Veranda Cave is in the Mnweni area. This is a tiny cave that is exposed to the elements. The cave is about 380m South West from the top of Ifidi Pass, rather continue to Ifidi Cave, about 900m in a South Easterly direction from this cave.
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Waterfall Cave (Mnweni)

Waterfall Cave (Mnweni)

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Waterfall Cave in Mnweni is behind a waterfall, hence the name. The cave offers moderate shelter and parts of the floor are level for sleeping.
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Windsor Castle

Windsor Castle

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Windsor Castle is in the Cathedral Peak area.
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Witches

Witches

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Witches is in the Royal Natal region of the Drakensberg.
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