Description of Itinerary:
DAY 1 – Rock Climb
The rendezvous point is usually in the area of Harrismith or Van Reenen. This is where the climbing areas are. Climb either at Swinburne or Eagle Mountain, or both. Camp or stay over in chalets with very well maintained facilities. Climbing is mostly sport climbing and grading/difficulty range from complete novice to expert. All equipment and guiding are included. You can either spend more than one day here, or a day at each crag. Up to you!
DAY 2 – White Water Raft
From Harrismith, take the N3 Highway and make your way down Van Reenen’s Pass. Proceed to Tugela Rapids Lodge next to the Tugela River, your rustic but comfortable base for the rafting session. This is true farm style! Run rapids ranging up the Class 3+. No experience needed. Fun, continuous and challenging. Your accommodation at Tugela Rapids Lodge, equipment, guiding, a light lunch and transport are included.
DAY 3 – Abseil Cathedral Peak
Make your way to Cathedral Peak in the beautiful Central Drakensberg. This abseil has ‘stunning’ written all over it. It is a fantastic way to see this part of the ‘Berg. It is quick to set up, safe, high enough (45 metres) and really exposed. It is about a half-
DAY 4 – Rainbow Gorge Walk
This is a very well known and well walked route in the Cathedral Peak area of the Drakensberg. It is about a three to four-
Region: Central Drakensberg, KwaZulu-
Duration: 4 days
When to go: Best during high summer (October-
Itinerary rating: Moderate. Children younger than eight years of age will not be permitted to take part in white water activities.
Other information: No experience required and all you really need is to bring active wear. Since it is mountainous environment, always bring cold weather gear. Depending on the length of your outing, catering arrangements will be made. No off-
Points of interest:
DAY 1
Sterkfontein Dam, Oliviershoek Pass, Kerkenberg, Kaalvoetvrou Monument, Verkykerskop, Hound & Hair Pub, Tugela/Vaal Pump scheme.
DAY 2
Tower of Pizza, Royal Natal National Park, Battle of Spioenkop, Spioenkop Nature Reserve, Bigelela B&B Restaurant.
DAY 3 and 4
Didima Hotel, Cathedral Peak Hotel, Drakensberg Mountains.
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