Ukhahlamba Drakensberg
A UNESCO World Heritage mountain range, three hours from the sea.
About Ukhahlamba Drakensberg
The Drakensberg — uKhahlamba, the Barrier of Spears — runs for 200 km along the western edge of the province. It is a dual UNESCO World Heritage Site, listed for both its landscape and the largest concentration of San rock art in the world. The central Berg is resort country and works beautifully for families; the southern Berg is wilder, and where Sani Pass climbs into Lesotho.
Things to do here
- Sani Pass 4×4 to Lesotho and the highest pub in Africa
- Amphitheatre and Tugela Falls viewpoints
- San rock art at Giant’s Castle and Kamberg
- Falcon Ridge bird of prey displays
- Drakensberg Canopy Tour ziplines
- Monk’s Cowl and Cathedral Peak day hikes
- Horse riding and trout fishing
- Drakensberg Boys Choir performances
Where you can stay
Family resorts with pools and kids’ programmes in the Champagne Valley, self-catering chalets and mountain lodges throughout, and simple hiker’s accommodation in the southern Berg.
Ukhahlamba Drakensberg packages
Drakensberg Family Mountain Escape
Easy hikes, a bird of prey show and a resort pool under the Berg.
Sani Pass Highland Adventure
A 4×4 climb to Lesotho and the highest pub in Africa.
Champagne Valley Couples Retreat
Three nights of mountain air, long lunches and a spa afternoon.
Want Ukhahlamba Drakensberg your way?
Build your own trip — pick your nights, your travel party and what you actually want to do. We will come back with the best fit and a firm price.