The Drakensberg Mountains are a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the South Africa’s most loved destinations for locals and foreigners. From the hikes at Royal National Park in the Northern Berg to the quaint shops along the Midlands Meander – the Drakensberg is arguably one of South Africa’s premier destinations.
In this post I pay homage to some of the Drakensberg’s slightly less known attractions.
The Amphitheatre in the Drakensberg Mountains
Drakensberg Canopy Tours
A canopy tour is a truly unique eco-adventure that takes you between the trees of the Drakensberg region. While this may sound a little ‘out there’, I can assure you it’s completely safe as experienced guides will be helping you along the whole way. Take the opportunity to learn more about the flora & fauna of the Drakensberg from a bird’s eye view.
Fly Fishing
The rivers and streams around Karkloof (Central Berg) provide the perfect occasion to hook that prize trout. There’s an abundance of rainbow and brown trout in picturesque dams and rivers set against the backdrop of the Drakensberg Mountains; just be sure to get your fly fishing permit from the Natal Parks Board.
The Midlands Meander Route in the Berg
Battlefield Tours
History buffs visiting the area need to experience a KZN battlefield tour. The tours take you to the original sites where history defining moments transpired. Retrace the footsteps of figureheads like Shaka and Winston Churchill with your knowledgeable guide who will talk you through each battle, debating the strategies used, the numbers who perished and the medals and rewards won by the brave.
Drakensberg Trekking with Tim Brown
If you really want to explore the Drakensberg region then Tim Brown is the man to contact. Tim offers Drakensberg tours in Natal and it’s obvious from the moment you meet him that he has an innate passion for his line of work. His expertise and professional services will insure your trip is a memorable one.
In addition to tours of the berg, Tim also specialises in Battlefield tours and bush safaris in Natal. Tim has a comfortable vehicle that’ll ensure you tour in style… even on those unbearably hot Kwa Zulu Natal days. Contact Tim now for Drakensberg Tours.
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Drakensberg Mountains images: Muhammad Karim & Splodgy Pig
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