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Drakensberg

The chain ladders, Tugela Gorge and the places around them. Three substantial accounts to read together.

Drakensberg - Highlights
Drakensberg - Highlights

What we can tell you

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travel story · South Africa

Drakensberg Highlights

The Drakensberg in South Africa is a mountain range stretching about 1000km. We have compiled a list of our favourite things to do, including amazing hikes.

6 min

travel story · South Africa

Drakensberg Tugela Gorge Hike

The Drakensberg Tugela Gorge hike is one of the most popular hikes in South Africa, from challenging chain ladders to beautiful scenery (pictures included).

6 min

Particular moments

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Sentinel Peak - Mont Aux Sources - Top of the WorldSentinel Peak and Chain Ladder HikeRead this exact passage Drakensberg - Tugela Gorge - View of EscarpmentTugela Gorge HikeRead this exact passage Drakensberg - Mahai Campsite - Royal Natal National ParkCamping At Mahai CampsiteRead this exact passage

A reason to keep looking

A connection worth following.

same placeFollow the Sentinel accountThe overview introduces this hike; the separate article follows the actual experience.same placeWalk into Tugela GorgeThe overview introduces this hike; the separate article follows the actual experience.