The Southern Area of uKlahlamba Park

Only over two hours drive from Durban, people can encounter ambient country hospitality in villages like Underberg, Himeville and Bulwer, which give you tranquil charm alternating with festive merriment amongst numerous stylish pubs, Cheese farms, home-produce stalls, art and craft outlets are readily available in magnificent settings, attended to by friendly residents, enthusiastic to meet and treat travellers.

While it isn’t the most widely known region of the Drakensberg, nestling there in the lower hills of this region are many different beautiful nature reserves, which include Coleford, Loteni and Kamberg, each offering its own natural character, unique grasslands and hiking trails. Closer to the embracing mountains are resort hotels offering all outdoor leisure amenities including golf, home and hiking trails, fishing, boating, tennis, mini-golf and mountain biking.

Numerous pristine sanctuaries attract the hiker, nature-lover and the fly-fisherman, with sufficient thrills and wholesome outdoor activities on give to kids of all ages and interests. The only eastern road access to the Kingdom of Lesotho along the entire length of the mountain range is via the striking Sani Pass, which boasts the highest pub in Africa at its crest at surrounding 2,800m. An off-road vehicle is recommended to be able to cross the Sani Pass, especially in bad climate. Be certain to check out the opening times of the border post between South Africa and Lesotho as it is not open 24 hours a day.

Flower and music festivals draw in occasional friendly crowds, giving laughter and song to the usual stillness allowing all to enjoy the surrounds. Adventure seekers of different degrees are well accommodated with abseiling, paragliding, helicopter trips and river tubing are all available.

While the Southern Drakensberg is successful is fishermen who come here for the crystal clear lakes and rivers, the area has much more to offer the visitor.