DURBAN AND THE DRAKENSBERG LODGES

Running 180km along the western edge of Kwazulu Natal, the Drakensberg Park & World Heritage Site has some of the most dramatic mountain scenery in South Africa.  There is an abundance of wildlife to see, Bushman rock paintings and wonderful hiking opportunities amongst the peaks.

Combining sheer natural beauty with a wealth of biological diversity, this 243 000 hectare mountainous region known the uKhahlamba-Drakensberg Park has been preserved and venerated for eons since the San people or bushmen roamed these slopes.

Tens of thousands of paintings depicting their daily life can be found on the rock faces, and in December 2000, the park received international recognition and was declared KwaZulu-Natal's second World Heritage Site. The fearless may choose to try sheer rock or ice- climbing - or they may prefer the adrenaline rush provided by abseiling, white water rafting or taking a helicopter ride to view the Drakenberg mountains from above.

If you prefer the gentler, more leisurely pace of walking the many hiking routes on both lower and upper slopes of the Drakensberg, you can watch out for the 290 species of birds, 48 species of mammals, or the rare varieties of plantlife found in the park.

For more information about holidays and accommodation see our menu detailing our lodges near Durban and the Drakensberg.

Cleopatra Mountain Farmhouse is the ultimate in peace and tranquillity. Situated in the Drakensberg Mountains, close to Giant's Castle Nature Reserve, Cleopatra Mountain Farmhouse is ideal for a restful refuge with professional service and most of all a gourmet experience to remember. More...

Montusi Mountain Lodge offers genuine hospitality in the tranquillity of one of the most beautiful settings in Southern Africa. More...

Giant's Castle Camp in the central Drakensberg offers good value accommodation in 45 one and two bedroom chalets with fantastic views over the mountains. More...

Surrounded by some of South Africa's finest scenery, Cathedral Peak Hotel has 96 room and award winning hospitality. More...

Qambathi Mountain lodge is situated in the Qambathi Mountain Reserve in the heart of the Kamberg Valley, Southern Drakensberg area. More...

Karkloof Spa boasts a luxury boutique lodge with 16 individually decorated villas, an expansive world-class Spa and 3500 hectares of bountiful terrain abundant with wildlife. More...

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