On this private Drakensberg day tour we visit the World Heritage Site of Giant’s Castle, in the spectacular Drakensberg Mountains and view the enigmatic Bushman paintings, dating back 2000 years!
The Drakensberg Mountain range has an undulating, dominating beauty, but in addition to travelling through such breathtaking vistas, we’re going to visit the World Heritage Site, Giant’s Castle and the enigmatic Bushman paintings in the vicinity. They’re not far, so we set off on foot (average level of fitness required) for a leisurely 3km round hike to the site of the caves to discover this magical legacy of the bushmen. Our guide will share his knowledge of the paintings which date back 2000 years. The mountain resembles a sleeping giant, hence the name.
These mountains are also considered the home of the Bearded Vulture and mighty Eland, so keep your eyes peeled for these rare beasts too. If you come on this tour in April, you’ll see some crazy adrenaline junkies bombing down the mountain in the annual Giants Challenge mountain bike race!
Return to Durban via the Midlands Meander route, with its many craft and farmers markets(time permitting)
Duration: 10-12 hours
Languages: English
Group Size: 1/12 (min/max)
Departures: Durban city, Umhlanga and surrounds
Departure Time: No later than 6am
Returns: Durban city, Umhlanga and surrounds
Return Time: 7:pm
Please Note
This is a full day tour that requires a 2 to 3 hour drive each way from Durban
What to wear
Although Kwa-Zulu Natal is considered a Sub-Tropical climate and should be rather warm & humid, the weather can be tricky in the Drakensberg Mountains, so make sure you bring both short & long light clothing with comfortable walking shoes.
2020 Rates:
1 adult @ R 5 000 pp
2 adults @ R 2 900 pp
3 adults @ R 2 100 pp
4-7 adults @ R 1 950 pp
8-13 adults @ R 1 750 pp
Children 3-11 years @ R 450 pp
For larger groups, please enquire for our special prices!
Includes:
Lunch
Giants Castle entrance
Excludes:
Items of a personal nature
