Location: South Africa » Kwazulu Natal » Drakensberg » Southern DrakensbergThe southern Drakensberg lies a bit off the beaten tourist tracThe southern Drakensberg lies a bit off the beaten tourist track and is not very well known. Here in the Southern Drakensberg the nature lover finds alpine landscapes of dramatic beauty. The "Southern Drakensberg" is a favourite with with trout anglers, since the region has an abundance of crystal clear lakes and rivers. There are several nature reserves in the Southern Drakensberg, of which particularly the Kamberg and the Loteni are worth a visit. In both reserves live the almost extinct reedbuck, blessbuck, eland, bushbuck und oribi. A wonderful circular trail leads through the Loteni Reserve. The tourist highlight of the southern Drakensberg is the Sani Pass. Its the highest pass-road in South Africa and leads all along the upper Mkomazana River up to the border with Lesotho (2874 metres above sea-level).One frequently comes across people from Lesotho on their donkeys. At the river one can find many an idyllic picnic spot. Particularly the last part of the untarred stretch (behind the South African border post) is extremely steep and rocky and can only be managed with a four-wheel drive vehicle. But the breathtaking view of the rugged alpine landscape is a memorable reward. It is highly recommended to cross the border, because on the Lesotho side there is a little restaurant and a Basotho village. The border is open daily between 8.00 am and 4.00 pm. Provision centres for the southern part of the Drakensberg are the towns of Underberg, Himeville and Bulwer, where there is accommodation in different price ranges available. Himeville has an excellent museum which gives mainly information about the first white settlers who came here in the 1890s already. One gets to the Southern Drakensberg either by travelling the R101 (Midlands Meander) via Nottingham Road (from there the Sani Pass is sign-posted) or over the southern access via Bulwer (easier drive, but less scenic) Accommodation in and around Platberg Reserve Cyara B&B accommodation in Platberg Reserve
Cyara - "Come Ye And Rest Awhile". Get away from the hussle and bussel of city life and find peace and tranquility just off the N3 highway, near Harrismith. We'd love you to join us for supper (home cooked meal with pudding - please boo... More
 The View B&B accommodation in Platberg Reserve
The View Bed and Breakfast in Harrismith is a small intimate British style B&B where the emphasis is on personal contact and service. Halfway between Johannesburg and Durban, close to Drakensburg.... More
 Harrismith Inn accommodation in Platberg Reserve
his roadside Inn is ideally located on the east side of Harrismith at the N3 and N5 intersection between Johannesburg, Durban and Bloemfontein. The location is ideal for businesspeople who wish to do business away from the city stress. Luxury accommo... More
 Shady Pines Guest House accommodation in Platberg Reserve
The Pines is one of the best known of the older homes in Harrismith, a handsome sandstone residence with curved driveway sweeping up to the front entrance. The enduring charm of the Pines is admired by visitors. It is a lovely example of what can be ... More
 Tom`s Place B&B accommodation in Platberg Reserve
The rooms at Tom's Place B&B are all named after the family members of Tom Searl who lived in this house for most part of his life. All the rooms are non-smoking.Your hosts are Fanie and Gloria Ferreira. We will make su... More
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