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Southern Drakensberg

The Southern Drakensberg has Loteni, Vergelegen, Sani Pass, Mzimkhulu Wilderness Area, Mzimkhulwana Nature Reserve, Garden Castle, Rhino, Bushman's Nek, Giant's Cup Hiking Trail, Sehlabathebe National Park, Thomathu, Devil's Knuckles, and Ramatseliso's Nek.
Nutcracker Cave

Nutcracker Cave

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Nutcracker cave is in the Cobham area, its 7km from the camp. The cave has a sloping floor and offers good shelter from storms. In summer it is quite damp in the cave. Lakes cave is a further 2 km up and is the best alternative for an overnight camp if in this area of Cobham.
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Ouhout Trail

Ouhout Trail

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

This trail leaves from below the campsite, where one crosses the swing bridge. It follows the Pholela River upstream for about a kilometre, passing a number of pools suitable for swimming, before it crosses the river again. It then heads back towards the campsite, passing through sections of indigenous Ntshishi (Ouhout ...
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Over The Edge Cottage is set on the outskirts of Underberg and offers views of the Drakensberg mountain range. Each unit is individually decorated and well appointed with a fully equipped kitchen, barbecue facilities and a deck or patio.
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Situated on a slight slope with views of the southern Drakensberg Mountains and the surrounding small holdings, Panorama Hideaway offers accommodation in Underberg. This apartment boasts a patio overlooking the garden. Panorama Hideaway has a kitchenette equipped with an oven, microwave and 2-plate stove. The lounge ar ...
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Offering peaceful gardens and apple orchards, Pennygum Country Cottages is situated in Underberg with majestic views of the Drakensburg mountains from every cottage. Free private parking is available on site, and guests enjoy free WiFi access.
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Penwarn Farm Lodge is offering accommodation in Hartlea. Boasting a shared lounge, this property also welcomes guests with a restaurant and a barbecue. Free WiFi is at guests' disposal. All rooms feature a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a kitchen, a dining area and a private bathroom with free ...
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Phinong Bitso-Lebe

Phinong Bitso-Lebe

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Phinong Bitso-Lebe is in the Cobham area.
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Phinong Pass

Phinong Pass

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Phinong Pass has a trail. It is fairly easy to hike in the Vergelegen Reserve.
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Pholela Cave

Pholela Cave

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Pholela Cave is in the Cobham region near the Pholele river. It's a large cave with a relatively level floor and good shelter in bad weather. Spectacle and Gorge cave are nearby and worth visiting.
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Pholela Hut

Pholela Hut

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

This old building was a farmhouse before the property was taken over by the state and put under the control of the old Department of Forestry, who then turned it into the first overnight hut on the Giant's Cup Trail. It has now been equipped with gas geysers, but the old wood stove can still be seen in the kitchen. The ...
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Pholela River Trail

Pholela River Trail

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

A fair 3.5 hrs hike (9 kms) A variety of walks start from the Cobham Hutted Camp and follow the Polela River, Emerald Stream and Trout Beck. Trout fishing is possible - with a licence.
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Located in Underberg, a 3-minute walk from Medical facility (Underberg), Pile Inn Bed and Breakfast has barbecue facilities and garden. Built in 1980, this bed and breakfast is within 500 m of Ok Supermarket and 600 m of Shopping Centre. The bed and breakfast features garden views and a sun terrace. At the bed and brea ...
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Pillar Cave

Pillar Cave

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Pillar Cave is in the Garden Castle area.
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Pillar Cave (Annex)

Pillar Cave (Annex)

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Pillar Cave Annex is in the Garden Castle area, about 250m from Pillar cave.
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Pitsaneng Pass (North)

Pitsaneng Pass (North)

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

The Pitsaneng North Pass is a gully followed by a traverse and a ridge (from the top down).
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Pitsaneng Pass (South)

Pitsaneng Pass (South)

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

The Pitsaneng South Pass is without a trail.
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Set in the charming Mkhomazana Valley, this resort offers hotel and cottage accommodation, and Southern Drakensberg views. Tours to Sani Pass with 4x4 vehicles depart daily from the resort. All accommodation at Premier Resort Sani Pass has a classical style with wooden furniture, and some units benefit from large windo ...
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Redi

Redi

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Redi is in the Lotheni area.
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Redi Pass

Redi Pass

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Redi Pass is the sixth highest peak in South Africa. The direct route up it demands rock climbing.
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Rhino Pass

Rhino Pass

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

The approach to Rhino Pass is difficult but the actual pass is fairly easy. It has spectacular scenery.
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Rhino Peak (Thaba Ngcobo)

Rhino Peak (Thaba Ngcobo)

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Rhino Peak (Thaba Ngcobo) is located in the Garden Castle area.
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Ripon Country Cottage is a comfortable three-bedroomed cottage situated on a beef (indigenous Nguni cattle), rose and cherry farm overlooking two trout and bass dams and the Drakensberg Mountains, now a World Heritage Site. Relax with magnificent views of the Sani Pass and enjoy trout and bass fishing, hiking, mountain ...
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Riverbend Chalets (Gold Crown Resort) is set within the scenic Drakensberg Garden and boasts views of lush landscapes and the majestic Drakensberg Mountain Range. The resort has a restaurant, children’s playground and outdoor swimming pool. The 2-bedroom units come fitted with an open plan lounge and dining area, a kit ...
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Rob's Cave

Rob's Cave

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Rob's Cave is in the Garden Castle area in the Hidden Valley area. The cave has a large overhang providing good shelter. The floor is only level in some areas for sleeping.
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Rockfall Cave

Rockfall Cave

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Rockfall Cave is in the uMkhomazi area. The cave is 1.6km from Sinclair's Cave and is positioned in a valley which marks the southern boundary of Anondale farm. The cave gets its name from the very prominent rock-fall at the end of the cliff line behind it.
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Rougham Farm is based in the foothills of the majestic Southern Drakensberg Mountains, approximately 22 km south of Underberg toward Swartberg, Kokstad. The 43-hectare farm is run as a sustainable grass-fed beef and sheep farm, and the dry-stone walls that grace the hills of Rougham, give it a highland feel, while the ...
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Runaway Cave

Runaway Cave

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Runaway Cave is in the Vergelegen area. Its a very small cave that accommodation 2 or 3 people at most.
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Saddle Nek Pass

Saddle Nek Pass

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

The Saddle Nek Pass is located in the Bushman's Nek region of the Drakensberg.
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Sakeng Cave

Sakeng Cave

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Sakeng Cave is in the Cobham area. This is a small cave that sleeps 2 people.
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Sandleni Cave

Sandleni Cave

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Sandleni Cave is in the Garden Castle area and is positioned just below Sandleni Cave. This is a big cave ad offers great protection from the elements.
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Sandleni Pass

Sandleni Pass

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Sandleni Pass is a grassy gully pass and has no trail. It is relatively easy to hike. Although it is technically located in the Garden Castle area, it is very far from both Garden Castle and Cobham and therefore has little traffic.
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Sandleni Pinnacle

Sandleni Pinnacle

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Sandleni Pinnacle is in the Garden Castle area.
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Located in the scenic village of Underberg, Sangwana 27 Holiday Home features a garden and a verandah with barbecue facilities. Himeville is a 10-minbute drive away. The well-appointed home has 3 bedrooms, one of which is en suite while the other 2 bedrooms share a bathroom. The main bedroom has a double bed with day ...
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Featuring free WiFi, Sani Gables offers accommodation in the quiet farming village of Himeville in the southern Drakensberg of KwaZulu-Natal. It features seating areas at the front and back of the house, overlooking a garden. The classical decorated rooms have an en-suite bathroom and tea-and-coffee making facilities. ...
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Set in the heart of the majestic Southern Drakensberg, bordering directly on to the Drakensberg Park, Sani Lodge offers private Hot Tubs with incredible views at Honeyguide cottage, Aloe cottage, Woodpecker mountain view rondavel and Kingfisher mountain view rondavel, a restaurant offering all meals, a Cheesery, a swim ...
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Sani Pass

Sani Pass

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Sani Pass is a high mountain pass. The path is a steep gravel road. By law only 4x4 vehicles may drive this road. A difficult 8 hour hike (16 km's) The hike up the pass begins in the car park 5.5 km past the Sani Pass Hotel. It is long and steep. Passports are necessary at the top.
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Sani Peak

Sani Peak

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Sani Peak is in the Cobham area.
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Located around a privately owned lake with views of the Drakensberg mountain range, Sani Valley Nature Lodges offers secluded chalet accommodation in a tranquil setting with game viewing opportunities. Offering privacy, all chalets are individually decorated and offer views of the lake and the mountains. Each chalet h ...
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Sani View Self Catering features views of the southern Drakensberg mountains and offers easy access to activities in Himeville and Underberg. The accommodation consists of a main house with 5 bedrooms, a cozy lounge with spacious adjoining kitchen and dining area. There is also a quaint and rustic free-standing cottag ...
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Sani Window B 'n B is the destination you are looking for on your travels in the southern Drakensberg. Situated in the friendly town Underberg, the house is set on a large, tree-lined property at the end of a quiet close and facing onto the golf course with breathtaking views of the Drakensberg Mountains. At Sani Windo ...
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Beautiful self-catering home situated on a working dairy farm. Amazing views of the Southern Drakensberg Mountains. Close proximity to Underberg village and countless local attractions. Perfect for a weekend getaway or longer. House is fitted with an alarm system with 24 hour response.
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Seaforth Country Lodge  offers Dinner, Bed & Breakfast or Self-Catering accommodation. Get a group family and friends together and you can have the lodge for your own private use, for a weekend, a week or longer. Perfect also for corporate and team building activities on the 160 ha property, with dams, r ...
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Secret Cave

Secret Cave

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Secret Cave is in the Garden Castle area in Secret Valley. The cave has a level floor and provides good protection from the wind and rain.
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Sehonghong

Sehonghong

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Sehonghong is in the Vergelegen area.
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Sehonghong Cave

Sehonghong Cave

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Sehonghong Cave is near the top of Sehonghong Peak in the Vergelegen area. The cave can be wet in summer and offers accommodation for 2 people.
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Sehonghong II / Shadow

Sehonghong II / Shadow

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Sehonghong II / Shadow is in the Vergelegen area.
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Senotlolong (Thamathu) Peak

Senotlolong (Thamathu) Peak

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Senotlolong (Thamathu) Peak is in the Bushmans Nek area.
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Senotlolong Shelter

Senotlolong Shelter

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Senotlolong Shelter is in Lesotho just after Thamathu Pass. It is small and can be used for shelter, your best options for caves to sleep in are Thamatsu Cave lower down or Goats Cave or Ngwangwe cave.
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