Drakensberg Nature Reserves

The Drakensberg covers around 1000 kilometres and creates a border between Lesotho and the Eastern Cape as well as Lesotho and Kwazulu Natal. See Nature Reserve accommodation in the Drakensberg area of South Africa below.

The Drakensberg is one of those South African destinations you need to visit! 

Nature lovers will be enthralled by the spectacular scenery and array of outdoor activities allowing you to appreciate the awesome views all around.

Drakensberg nature reserves have some of the best hiking trails in South Africa and fly fishing is world-class. Ancient San rock art can also be seen in over 500 sites in the Drakensberg.

Popular Drakensberg nature reserves include Giants Castle Nature Reserve and Royal Natal National Park.

Giants Castle Nature Reserve

Giant's Castle Nature Reserve is known for its magnificent San rock art, fabulous hiking and invigorating climate. This KwaZulu-Natal nature...more

Royal Natal National Park

Royal Natal National Park is renowned for its spectacular scenery and fabulous mountain trails which explore the heart of this KwaZulu-Natal...more

Maloti Drakensberg Park

The spectacular uKhahlamba Drakensberg Park in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa, now known as Maloti Drakensberg Park is located just two hours f...more

Nambiti Plains Private Game Reserve

Big Five safaris, magnificent sunsets and the magic of the Drakensberg, all this and more can be found at Nambiti Plains Private Game Reserv...more

Drakensberg, KwaZulu Natal, South Africa

The Zulu name for the Drakensberg is 'uKahlamba' - the barrier of spears. It's an appropriate name as this huge wall of basalt just rises up...more
South Africa Nature Reserves : Game Reserves and National Parks