About this Trail
Journey from Giant’s Castle to Sani Top on an unforgettable 61 km adventure through the heart of the Drakensberg. Climb the dramatic Bannerman’s Pass, explore Lesotho’s remote highlands and stand atop Thabana Ntlenyana, the highest peak in Southern Africa, before completing your trek at the iconic Sani Top.
Trail Highlights
Route Profile
1750 m
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Distance
122.6 km
Highest
3468 m
Gain
5993 m
Duration
42h 4m
Avg slope
9.8%
Max slope
80%
Difficulty
Extreme
Crux rating
Moderate
Slope distribution
Advanced route statistics
Longest climb
4.7 km
Longest descent
4.7 km
Steepest climb
80%
Steepest descent
-80%
Average altitude
2894 m
Running pace
9 min/km
Climb angle
5.6°
Total descent
5993 m
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