Drakensberg Region
Southern Drakensberg
The Sani Pass climbs 1,332 m in 9 km through a series of hairpin bends carved into the escarpment, crossing into the mountain Kingdom of Lesotho at 2,873 m. The Mkhomazi Wilderness Area below is one of the least visited and most pristine parts of the berg.
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Plan by Season
When to Go
Southern 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.
Explore Summer →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 Southern Drakensberg
Pick a stay first. The distance chips on trails and activities below will then show how far each one is from your chosen lodge.
LodgeSouthern Drakensberg
Qambathi Mountain Lodge
Set against breathtaking mountain views, Qambathi offers an exclusive escape for up to 14 guests across two unique spaces. Our fully catered, adults-only 4-star lodge features four luxury suites, each with natural textures, warm finishes, and a private deck with hanging chairs. The Chill Lounge and Pool Deck create the perfect setting for slow afternoons, panoramic views, and sunset moments. For families or small private groups, our new three-bedroom self-catering homestead offers a completely private experience with its own wood-fired hot tub and uninterrupted mountain outlook. Whether you’re planning a romantic escape, a small group gathering, or a boutique retreat, Qambathi blends nature, comfort, and exclusivity in a setting designed to help you breathe deeply and truly unwind. Escape the ordinary. Let us take care of the rest.
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Self-catering CottageSouthern Drakensberg
Kamberg Nature Reserve
Kamberg Nature Reserve is an intimate mountain retreat set among rolling grasslands, clear trout waters and the gentler foothills of the Central Drakensberg. Its small scale and quiet surroundings make it especially attractive to couples, photographers, birdwatchers and travellers seeking a slower, more secluded Drakensberg experience. The reserve is best known as the gateway to Game Pass Shelter, one of Southern Africa’s most significant San rock-art sites. Guided excursions combine a scenic mountain walk with interpretation of the paintings, beliefs and history of the San people. Visitors can also enjoy hiking, fly-fishing, riverside relaxation and wildlife viewing across the surrounding grasslands. The main camp’s self-catering chalets provide simple, comfortable accommodation close to the reserve office and walking routes.
R 880.00 /night
Self-catering CottageSouthern Drakensberg
Lotheni Hutted Camp
Lotheni Nature Reserve is a wonderfully secluded retreat in the Southern Drakensberg, surrounded by pristine mountain grasslands, sandstone valleys and the clear waters of the Lotheni River. Far removed from busy tourism centres, it is ideal for families, hikers, fly-fishers, birdwatchers and travellers looking for a quieter connection with the mountains. Visitors can explore scenic walking trails through river valleys and indigenous forest, enjoy seasonal trout fishing, swim in natural mountain pools or discover the reserve’s cultural and natural history. The open grasslands also provide opportunities to see eland, mountain reedbuck, baboons and a variety of Drakensberg birdlife. Accommodation includes comfortable self-catering chalets and cottages near the main camp, an unpowered campsite and the more remote Simes Cottage for groups seeking privacy and a rustic wilderness experience
R 1 040.00 /night
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