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The Heartbreak Hill, Lessons of a False Summit
Exploring lessons taught by the Heartbreak Hill, the first day of a journey to summit South Africa’s highest point, Mafadi.
The Mountain Goat
Jul 282 min read
A Period Guide for Adventurous Women
A period guide for the outdoors that helps adventurers prepare for a trip during that time of the month.
The Mountain Goat
Jul 124 min read
Why Mnweni Circuit Should Be Your Next Drakensberg Hike After Thukela Falls
If you’ve conquered Thukela Falls, the world’s tallest waterfall, and are wondering what’s next, the Mnweni Circuit is your answer.
Vezumusa Zuma
Feb 143 min read
The Mountain is not done with us yet.
Dawn comes with a sky as clear as glass, stretching wide and endless above. But below—below, an ocean of clouds spills across the world.
Vezumusa Zuma
Feb 143 min read
Leading from the front: Summit to service
In the rugged and awe-inspiring terrain of South Africa's Drakensberg Mountains, the link between hiking, a noble cause, and the...
Vezumusa Zuma
Dec 11, 20242 min read
Umphafa Berg Tours Partners with The Wilton’s Foundation: Uniting Adventure and Social Responsibility
At Umphafa Berg Tours, we’ve always believed in the transformative power of the Drakensberg Mountains. Our company, founded by...
Vezumusa Zuma
Dec 11, 20242 min read
A sour summit at Amphitheater - Tugela Falls
After successfully hiking the Amphitheater trail, our guest unfortunately suffered a severe ankle sprain, her husband and fellow hikers...
Vezumusa Zuma
Dec 11, 20242 min read
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