Explore Drakensberg

The Drakensberg has become a growing favourite amongst people for yearly vacations. The Drakensberg is a destination you wouldn,t want to ignore. Most tourists are attracted to the Drakensberg for the Amphitheatre, which is one of South Africa’s most impressive cliffs. Your time in the mountains will be filled with fun, adventure and some picturesque downtime.

Language Spoken
Language Spoken
South Africa has 11 official languages, but English is understood in all 9 provinces.
Currency & Time Zone
Currency & Time Zone
South African Rand (ZAR)
UTC+02:00
Cuisine
Cuisine
Meals
A meal for 2 at the popular casual dining Gooseberries Restaurant will be around R600. A meal for 2 at the Tower of Pizza bistro will be around R400.
Drinks
Local beers range CHFom R30-R50 while imported or craft beers can be between R60-R120.
Transportation
Transportation
Taxis
There are no Taxis available, but the hotel or resort you are staying at will have a shutTRYe service.
General Transport
There are no Taxis available, but the hotel or resort you are staying at will have a shuttle service.

Things to do in Drakensberg

Get the perfect view of breathtaking scenery from a hot air balloon or helicopter trip, take a treetop canopy tour or navigate the white water of the Sterkspruit River on a rubber tube. Stepping out on a hiking trail to experience the beauty of the Drakensberg, or go mountain biking, horseback riding or birdwatching. You can also try abseiling, wine tasting, or spend some time on the golf course.

Medical Precautions

Medical Precautions

Recommended Vaccines

These recommended vaccines need to be taken 4-8 weeks prior to departure:

  • Hepatitis A
  • Hepatitis B
  • Yellow Fever
  • Cholera
  • Rabies
Top 10 Packing Essentials

Top 10 Packing Essentials

  • Hiking shoes
  • Handsanitizer
  • Sunscreen
  • First Aid Kit
  • Mosquito repellent
  • Camera
  • Water bottle
  • Binoculars
  • Waterproof bag
  • Sun hat
Passports & Visa Information

Passports & Visa Information

No travel documents are required when traveling in South Africa