Drakensberg Mountains

The Dragon Mountains of South Africa

UNESCO World Heritage Site

Where Ancient Mountains Touch the Sky

The Drakensberg — meaning "Dragon Mountains" in Afrikaans — is South Africa's most dramatic mountain range, a UNESCO World Heritage Site stretching for over 200 kilometres along the border with Lesotho. Its towering basalt cliffs, emerald valleys, and cascading waterfalls have inspired travellers and artists for centuries.

Home to the iconic Amphitheatre, the world's second-highest waterfall at Tugela Falls, and thousands of ancient San rock art paintings, the Drakensberg offers a perfect blend of natural grandeur, cultural heritage, and outdoor adventure. This is where you reconnect with nature in its purest form.

The Amphitheatre
One of Africa's most impressive cliff faces
Tugela Falls
World's second-highest waterfall
San Rock Art
Thousands of ancient paintings
Hiking Trails
World-class mountain walks

Expertly Curated

Our Drakensberg Journeys

African Ivory Route Safari

Our Signature Safari

The African Ivory Route

14 Days · Mapungubwe · Kruger · Drakensberg · St Lucia

Experience the majestic Drakensberg as part of our most comprehensive South African journey — from Big Five game viewing in Kruger to the ancient mountains, ending at the iSimangaliso Wetland Park.

UNESCO Mountains Big Five Scenic

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