UKHAHLAMBA-DRAKENSBERG |
The uKhahlamba-Drakensberg Park is South Africa’s first mixed (Cultural & Natural) heritage site, claiming international recognition for both the unique rock art sites and the Drakensberg’s natural magnificence. The mythical magic of the Dragon Mountains (Drakensberg) embraces every visitor with its unique blend of spectacular scenery, rich history and heart-warming hospitality.
The magnificent outline of cliffs and peaks of this 1600 kilometre range inspired the Zulus to describe the escarpment as “The Barrier of Spears”. To Voortrekker Pioneers it became known as the “Dragon Mountains” since myths of fire breathing monsters high up in these impenetrable crags created a mystique that has become so much a part of the Drakensberg legend.
Standing on top of the uKhahlamba-Drakensberg Park Mountains, you feel as if you are on top of the world. uKhahlamba-Drakensberg Park is a place of world significance. This World Heritage Site is one of South Africa’s premier eco-tourism destinations.
The mountains, which rise to altitudes exceeding 3,000 meters, the world famous Amphitheatre at the Royal Natal National Park, the scenic splendour of the southern Drakensberg and the thousands of examples of San Rock Art, which richly decorate numerous caves throughout the mountains, continue to draw and fascinate people from all over the globe.
uKhahlamba-Drakensberg Park is the majestic home of a significant population of rare and beautiful Bearded Vulture and herds of stately Eland antelope. Floral splendour covers the hills and mountains in their season, and vivid shades of summer green and winter gold decorate the hills over the year.
Day hikes and walks lead from all the major camps and camping sites, and fly fishing, overnight hiking, climbing, bird watching, swimming, horse riding, photography, painting, mountain biking, or simply revelling in the clear mountain air whilst taking in the breathtaking vistas are just some of the activities everyone can enjoy.
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Nearby attractions:
- Valley of 1000 Hills Read more
- uShaka Marine World Read more
- Umgeni Bird Park Read more
- Crocworld Read more
Adventure Activities:
- Tiger Shark Diving Read more
- Oribi Gorge Wild 5: World’s highest Gorge Swing Read more
- Karkloof Canopy Tours: Africa’s biggest Canopy Tour Read more
- Sani Pass: Highest Pub in Africa Read more
- Wreck & Reef Diving – Aliwal Shoal Read more
- Tropical Reef Diving – Sodwana Bay Read more
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