Drakensberg Region

Central Drakensberg

Cathedral Peak · Injisuthi · Giants Castle · Champagne Valley

Cathedral Peak rises to 3,004 m at the heart of the Central Berg, surrounded by the richest concentration of San rock art in the world. Giants Castle Game Reserve protects bearded vultures and herds of eland against a backdrop of jagged peaks.

Highlights

Cathedral peak
Didima

Key Attractions

Champagne Castle

Third highest summit in South Africa.

Stays Available

Hikes & Trails

Activities

Plan by Season

When to Go

Central Drakensberg changes character through the year. Pick a season to see what's worth doing in it.

Dec – Feb

Summer

Green grasslands, full waterfalls, afternoon thunderstorms.

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Mar – May

Autumn

Golden grass, clear air, the calmest hiking weather.

Explore Autumn →

Jun – Aug

Winter

Crisp, dry, and the clearest views of the year.

Explore Winter →

Sep – Nov

Spring

Wildflowers, mild days, and the birds are back.

Explore Spring →

Stay in Central Drakensberg

4 listed

Pick a stay first. The distance chips on trails and activities below will then show how far each one is from your chosen lodge.

Hotel

Central Drakensberg

Champagne Sports Resort

Nestled in the picturesque Central Drakensberg, Champagne Sports Resort is the ultimate destination for work & play. Discover the perfect place for conferencing, leisure, timeshare, wellness & golfing – where business meets pleasure & so much more.

R 2 500.00 /night

Self-catering Cottage

Central Drakensberg

Bergview Haven

Bergview Haven Guesthouse offers self-catering accommodation in a charming, beautiful, modern country, spacious family vacation home with a lovely large garden, located at the foot of the Central Drakensberg in KwaZulu-Natal, Cathkin Park which is a World Heritage Site. The property can accommodate 8 guests and comprises 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. The main bedroom is furnished with a king-size bed and features a ceiling fan, a walk-in closet, and an en-suite bathroom fitted with a walk-in shower, toilet, and double washbasins. The second bedroom contains 2 three-quarter beds and air-conditioning, while the third bedroom is furnished with a bunk bed sleeping 2 guests and also includes air-conditioning. These 2 bedrooms share a bathroom fitted with a bath, toilet, and washbasin. The fourth bedroom contains a queen-size bed, a ceiling fan, and an en-suite bathroom fitted with a shower, toilet, and washbasin. The open-plan living area consists of a lounge, dining area, and kitchen designed for comfortable self-catering stays. The kitchen is equipped with a 4-burner Smeg stove and electric oven, a large fridge-freezer, microwave, electric and gas kettles, toaster, dishwasher, as well as cutlery, crockery, airfryer and cookware. The dining area features a 10-seater dining table and a cosy fireplace, while the lounge is furnished with comfortable seating and a Smart TV with Netflix. Large doors open from lounge onto a covered entertainment area with a 10 seater table and bench seating for braai, cooking a potjie or curry. A fire pit to star gaze at night, 2 sun lounges to relax, read a book or snooze and a covered patio to take in the tranquility, rolling hillside and birdsongs of the Central Drakensberg.

R 3 000.00 /night

Self-catering Cottage

Central Drakensberg

Injisuthi Hutted Camp

Tucked into a secluded valley beneath some of the Central Drakensberg’s highest peaks, Injisuthi is a destination for travellers who want to disconnect and experience the mountains in their most natural form. The journey into the reserve leads through rural landscapes before arriving at a quiet camp surrounded by rivers, grasslands, indigenous forest and towering mountain ridges. Injisuthi is an important starting point for walks to Battle Cave, Grindstone Caves, Marble Baths and longer wilderness routes towards Mafadi, Leslie’s Pass and the High Berg. Visitors can enjoy hiking, trout fishing, birdwatching, rock-art experiences and evenings around the fire. Accommodation includes self-catering chalets, a group cabin, rustic safari tents and an unpowered campsite. The experience is deliberately simple and nature-focused, making Injisuthi particularly suitable for hikers, families, outdoor groups and adventurous travellers.

R 650.00 /night

Lodge

Central Drakensberg

Giants Castle hutted camp

Set on an elevated plateau in the Central Drakensberg, Giant’s Castle Camp offers uninterrupted views across deep valleys towards the dramatic High Berg escarpment. This peaceful mountain retreat is ideal for couples, families, hikers and nature lovers seeking comfortable accommodation within the Maloti-Drakensberg Park World Heritage Site. Guests can explore an extensive network of walking trails, visit the renowned Main Caves Museum to discover the cultural legacy of the San, enjoy seasonal trout fishing or experience the reserve’s specialist vulture hide. Giant’s Castle is particularly known for its eland populations and sightings of the rare bearded vulture. Accommodation ranges from intimate two-sleeper chalets to spacious six-sleeper units and a private lodge. The self-catering chalets include equipped kitchens, comfortable living spaces and either garden or mountain views.

R 1 555.00 /night

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