The Best Trails in KwaZulu-Natal (South Africa)

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  • Giants Castle - Giants Ridge - Giants Hut - Oribi Ridge

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    near Game Warden, Province of KwaZulu-Natal (Republic of South Africa)
    Author
    Rhino and Hedgehog
    Distance
    13.65mi
    Elevation +
    2726f
    TrailRank
    39| Rating 4.67
    Photo ofGiants Castle - Giants Ridge - Giants Hut - Oribi Ridge Photo ofGiants Castle - Giants Ridge - Giants Hut - Oribi Ridge Photo ofGiants Castle - Giants Ridge - Giants Hut - Oribi Ridge

    A great loop to get right up into the mountains and get some milage on the Contour Path. Taking in the ruin of Giants Hut and the old vulture hide. While we took just under 6 hrs others have taken 10 hrs so fitness is a ...

    Trail is 100% correct and easy to follow. I did this trail in reverse and the first part is quite steep but the whole tr...
    Graham West

  • Sentinel in Drakensberg

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    near Bonjaneni, Province of KwaZulu-Natal (Republic of South Africa)
    Author
    Grobler du Preez
    Distance
    8.06mi
    Elevation +
    3281f
    TrailRank
    39
    Photo ofSentinel in Drakensberg Photo ofSentinel in Drakensberg Photo ofSentinel in Drakensberg

    The trail takes you to top of the Tugela Falls, at 940m, the 2nd tallest on earth (newest measurements put it at 980m which, if accepted, will make it the tallest on earth). Difficult if you are unfit, otherwise moderate...

  • Circular route Monks Cowl Park

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    near Forest Ranger, Province of KwaZulu-Natal (Republic of South Africa)
    Author
    jp.vanherck
    Distance
    5.06mi
    Elevation +
    1010f
    TrailRank
    39
    Photo ofCircular route Monks Cowl Park Photo ofCircular route Monks Cowl Park Photo ofCircular route Monks Cowl Park

    Easy walk mostly flat. Almost always exposed to sun. Near the end on the road back to office are sevaral steep descends and ascends.

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  • Didima to Rainbow Gorge and Tryme Hill

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    near Makhwelela, Province of KwaZulu-Natal (Republic of South Africa)
    Author
    Rhino and Hedgehog
    Distance
    7.79mi
    Elevation +
    1572f
    TrailRank
    39
    Photo ofDidima to Rainbow Gorge and Tryme Hill Photo ofDidima to Rainbow Gorge and Tryme Hill Photo ofDidima to Rainbow Gorge and Tryme Hill

    A beautiful walk from Didima hutted camp into the forest and up the Gorge to the Choke Stone followed by a shimmy up Tryme Hill to the top of the gully. The path is mostly good however the last 500m or so does involve...

  • Bergview Circular.

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    near Game Warden, Province of KwaZulu-Natal (Republic of South Africa)
    Author
    anneandmike
    Distance
    4.18mi
    Elevation +
    604f
    TrailRank
    39
    Photo ofBergview Circular. Photo ofBergview Circular. Photo ofBergview Circular.

    What an impressive place! The views are spectacular and the paths well maintained. It was winter so there was little greenery but the temperatures just right for waling. About 20 C. Shortly after the start we accidentall...

  • Blue grotto loop

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    near Bergview, KwaZulu-Natal (Republic of South Africa)
    Author
    Pierre Fick
    Distance
    4.34mi
    Elevation +
    886f
    TrailRank
    39
    Photo ofBlue grotto loop Photo ofBlue grotto loop Photo ofBlue grotto loop

    Follow the blue foot markers past the waterfall follow them until they turn green for Fern Forest and until they turn Brown for the lake walk after which you should be home.

  • Highmoor - The Three Highmoor Caves

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    near KwaMkhiza, Province of KwaZulu-Natal (Republic of South Africa)
    Author
    Rhino and Hedgehog
    Distance
    13.73mi
    Elevation +
    1909f
    TrailRank
    38
    Photo ofHighmoor - The Three Highmoor Caves Photo ofHighmoor - The Three Highmoor Caves Photo ofHighmoor - The Three Highmoor Caves

    Taking in the prefered walks in the area which includes three caves (Caracal Cave, Upper and Lower Aasvoelkraans cave) all suited to 12 people max. All have water nearby and suitable to the novice Drakensberg cave camper...

  • Crystal Falls, The Sphynx, Blindmans corner Kearsons pass

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    near Forest Ranger, KwaZulu-Natal (South Africa)
    Author
    Lloyd Heath
    Distance
    9.73mi
    Elevation +
    2585f
    TrailRank
    38
    Photo ofCrystal Falls, The Sphynx, Blindmans corner Kearsons pass Photo ofCrystal Falls, The Sphynx, Blindmans corner Kearsons pass Photo ofCrystal Falls, The Sphynx, Blindmans corner Kearsons pass

    Tough. Do not attempt this trail of uou have vertigo or a fear of heights. From the entry point its a constant climb to the top and after the Sphinx gets very difficult to the top. The top stretch to Blindmans corner is ...

  • Day 3 from Corner pass, Injesuhi and Mafadi peak down Leslies

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    near Game Warden, Province of KwaZulu-Natal (Republic of South Africa)
    Author
    Redshift3
    Distance
    9.01mi
    Elevation +
    1837f
    TrailRank
    38
    Photo ofDay 3 from Corner pass, Injesuhi and Mafadi peak down Leslies Photo ofDay 3 from Corner pass, Injesuhi and Mafadi peak down Leslies Photo ofDay 3 from Corner pass, Injesuhi and Mafadi peak down Leslies

    Mafadi (Afrikaans: Mafadipiek) is a peak on the border of South Africa and Lesotho. At a height of 3,450 metres (11,320 ft), it is the highest mountain in South Africa, but is lower than Thabana Ntlenyana, the highest pe...

  • Day 4/5 Mini Drakensberg Traverse

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    near Oqhumu, Province of KwaZulu-Natal (Republic of South Africa)
    Author
    Mr. Llorca
    Distance
    3.66mi
    Elevation +
    1063f
    TrailRank
    38
    Photo ofDay 4/5 Mini Drakensberg Traverse Photo ofDay 4/5 Mini Drakensberg Traverse Photo ofDay 4/5 Mini Drakensberg Traverse

    Day 4/5 Mini Traverse in the Drakensberg, guiding by Gustav Greffrath: After having a bit of a sleep in and taking time to make a hearthy breakfast, we made our way up (again!) for our final views of the escarpment. L...

  • Yellowood cave taking eagle trail back

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    near Painsacre, Province of KwaZulu-Natal (Republic of South Africa)
    Author
    craig.ccsystems
    Distance
    9.97mi
    Elevation +
    1778f
    TrailRank
    38
    Photo ofYellowood cave taking eagle trail back Photo ofYellowood cave taking eagle trail back Photo ofYellowood cave taking eagle trail back

    Lotheni Overnight hike from camp site to yellowwood hike, next day hiked back via eagle trail up the adjacent valley. We didn't go all the way back to the cottages but cut across the field. Nice variety on hike grasslan...

  • Carter Trail

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    near Forest Ranger, KwaZulu-Natal (Republic of South Africa)
    Author
    Champagne Castle Hotel
    Distance
    6.96mi
    Elevation +
    906f
    TrailRank
    38| Rating 4.34
    Photo ofCarter Trail Photo ofCarter Trail Photo ofCarter Trail

    A new trail from the Hotel that heads South East (away from the mountains) towards an incredible view of Wonder Valley

    Pleasant moderate walk which mostly follows a contour path. Incredible views, and pleasant water stops in multiple place...
    John Newton 1
    What a fabulous walk. A great alternative to the other trails that leave from Champagne Castle Hotel. This one not only ...
    Barrie Bramley

  • Sterkhorn

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    near Forest Ranger, KwaZulu-Natal (South Africa)
    Author
    Murray Fraser
    Distance
    11.29mi
    Elevation +
    4570f
    TrailRank
    37
    Photo ofSterkhorn Photo ofSterkhorn Photo ofSterkhorn

    - Moving time, approx. 5hr (Strava). Actual summit 2,973m. - Wonderfully rewarding and challenging hike with steep final section and scrambling. More for experienced hikers (with a head for heights) than average walkers...

  • Giants Castle - Meander Hut Loop

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    near Game Warden, Province of KwaZulu-Natal (Republic of South Africa)
    Author
    Rhino and Hedgehog
    Distance
    9.58mi
    Elevation +
    1654f
    TrailRank
    37
    Photo ofGiants Castle - Meander Hut Loop Photo ofGiants Castle - Meander Hut Loop Photo ofGiants Castle - Meander Hut Loop

    A nice loop out to find the meander hut which sadly is no longer in use. While a swim in the river at the end.

  • Fern Forest

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    near Forest Ranger, Province of KwaZulu-Natal (Republic of South Africa)
    Author
    Champagne Castle Hotel
    Distance
    1.78mi
    Elevation +
    761f
    TrailRank
    37| Rating 4.13
    Photo ofFern Forest Photo ofFern Forest Photo ofFern Forest

    Don't be fooled by the distance of this trail. The walk up to the entrance of the forest will require some effort. However, once you enter the forest your breath will be taken away by the beauty that surrounds you. There...

    Beautiful views, Waterfall at the top is very refreshing. The two-way hike is abt 5kms.
    SabzaK
    An incredible, and slightly challenging hike. So worth it. The ferns, the waterfall and the majestic views!
    Durban Explorer
    Nice relatively easy hike and mostly in the shade of the trees - with the changes underway in the forest lots of photo o...
    Ranger05

  • Hikers Parking to Neptunes Pools and return

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    near Makhwelela, Province of KwaZulu-Natal (Republic of South Africa)
    Author
    Rhino and Hedgehog
    Distance
    7.84mi
    Elevation +
    1037f
    TrailRank
    37
    Photo ofHikers Parking to Neptunes Pools and return Photo ofHikers Parking to Neptunes Pools and return Photo ofHikers Parking to Neptunes Pools and return

    An easy out and back along the uMlambonja Valley to a quite swimming spot. Requires two river crossings and may increase in difficulty after rainfall. You may continue futher upstream to the marble baths, alas we did not...

  • Drakensberg Grand Traverse

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    near Bonjaneni, KwaZulu-Natal (South Africa)
    Author
    Jabberwock
    Distance
    127.04mi
    Elevation +
    22329f
    TrailRank
    36| Rating 5.0
    Photo ofDrakensberg Grand Traverse Photo ofDrakensberg Grand Traverse Photo ofDrakensberg Grand Traverse

    It is a traverse of the Drakensberg that starts from the Sentinel Car Park perimeter fence and then stops at the Bushman’s Nek Border Post perimeter fence. Various checkpoints have to be visited along the way. These incl...

    excelent!
    ElCaminauta

  • Royal Natal - Tukela Gorge trail

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    near Bonjaneni, KwaZulu-Natal (South Africa)
    Author
    Habib Tawk
    Distance
    9.20mi
    Elevation +
    2349f
    TrailRank
    36
    Photo ofRoyal Natal - Tukela Gorge trail Photo ofRoyal Natal - Tukela Gorge trail Photo ofRoyal Natal - Tukela Gorge trail

    Beautiful, not very challenging hike. The calmness and diversity of the sceneries is quite nice. Don't expect to see the water fall if u are hiking out of the season since it dries out by the end of the winter. Definitel...

  • Kranskloof - Green and Yellow Trail

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    near Forest Hills, Province of KwaZulu-Natal (Republic of South Africa)
    Author
    Brett Bentley
    Distance
    6.66mi
    Elevation +
    2628f
    TrailRank
    36
    Photo ofKranskloof - Green and Yellow Trail Photo ofKranskloof - Green and Yellow Trail Photo ofKranskloof - Green and Yellow Trail

    By combining the in and out Green Trial with a portion of the Yellow Trail a loop is achieved. Don’t let the initial proximity to residential houses and the road crossing put you off, it turns into a charming forest walk...

  • Oqalweni Circuit (contour path)

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    near Makhwelela, Province of KwaZulu-Natal (Republic of South Africa)
    Author
    Rhino and Hedgehog
    Distance
    11.58mi
    Elevation +
    2612f
    TrailRank
    36
    Photo ofOqalweni Circuit (contour path) Photo ofOqalweni Circuit (contour path) Photo ofOqalweni Circuit (contour path)

    An epic trail on some great single track can't recommend it enough. Starting from Cathedral Peak Hotel head out on the Cathedral Peak Path, across the river, Take the left after 5km on to the contour path at about 210...

  • Drakensbergen @ Monk's Cowl

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    near Forest Ranger, Province of KwaZulu-Natal (Republic of South Africa)
    Author
    BaronJan
    Distance
    5.65mi
    Elevation +
    1129f
    TrailRank
    36| Rating 5.0
    Photo ofDrakensbergen @ Monk's Cowl Photo ofDrakensbergen @ Monk's Cowl Photo ofDrakensbergen @ Monk's Cowl

    Well marked and often used trail into the mountains to two waterfalls: Sterkspruit and Nandi falls. In between you will pass two pools, which were unsuitable for bathing when we passed.

    Nice walk
    Burnfy

  • Nandi falls-monks cowl

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    near Forest Ranger, KwaZulu-Natal (Republic of South Africa)
    Author
    Johannes van der merwe
    Distance
    3.73mi
    Elevation +
    896f
    TrailRank
    36
    Photo ofNandi falls-monks cowl Photo ofNandi falls-monks cowl Photo ofNandi falls-monks cowl

    Started trial to late on app. Very nice relaxing trial. Awsome pool with small waterfall along way. Nandi falls spectacular. No nice pool at falls to swim. Cool at waterfall.

  • Bushmans nek to Bushmans cave

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    near Garden Castle, KwaZulu-Natal (Republic of South Africa)
    Author
    Debbie Nel
    Distance
    12.71mi
    Elevation +
    1759f
    TrailRank
    36
    Photo ofBushmans nek to Bushmans cave Photo ofBushmans nek to Bushmans cave Photo ofBushmans nek to Bushmans cave

    Many river crossings and pools to swim in. Bring water shoes, spare socks and swimwear Cave slightly small to overnight in.

  • Mushroom Rock

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    near Makhwelela, Province of KwaZulu-Natal (Republic of South Africa)
    Author
    wongseek
    Distance
    6.15mi
    Elevation +
    1335f
    TrailRank
    36
    Photo ofMushroom Rock Photo ofMushroom Rock Photo ofMushroom Rock

    Breathtaking valley with revealing views of "dragon's back". First steep climbs to Mushroom Rock, then narrow grass hills upward climbs against fierce winds. After several switchbacks and precarious downhills of narrow p...

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