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Overview

See a different side of South Africa’s scenic destinations as you spend eight days exploring the incredible Drakensberg mountain region and the battlefields of the KwaZulu-Natal Midlands.

Go on magnificent scenic hikes through the mountains or explore this region on horseback, swim in the mountain rivers, and relax in this wonderful environment.

Move on to the KwaZulu-Natal Midlands where you will go on guided tours to learn about the fascinating battles that took place here between the British and the Zulu. See artifacts and art that was left over after the Anglo-Zulu War, and go on optional hot-air balloon rides to view this historically significant region from above.

Highlights & Activities

What's on offer whilst on this itinerary?
  • Go hiking in the incredible Drakensberg
  • Swim in the trickling mountain streams
  • Enjoy horse riding through the surrounds
  • Go trout fishing in the Little Mooi River
  • Meet a Zulu spiritual healer and herbalist
  • Explore the historic Battlefields
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Summary

Tour Duration: 7 Days
Start: Drakensberg, South Africa
End: Battlefields, KwaZulu-Natal

Destinations visited

Accommodations visited

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Drakensberg, South Africa

Cleopatra Mountain Farmhouse
2 Nights
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KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Fordoun Hotel & Spa
2 Nights
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Battlefields, KwaZulu-Natal

Fugitives' Drift Guest House
2 Nights

Itinerary

Day to day

Arrive at King Shaka International Airport in Durban where you will collect your rental car and drive to Cleopatra Mountain Farmhouse. Situated in the Drakensberg Mountains, this charming country house will be your home for the next two nights.

Go hiking through the incredible Drakensberg, swimming in the mountain rivers and see the prolific birdlife. Enjoy horseback rides and nature walks along the scenic mountain trails. Venture further out to explore the Highmoor Dam and the Kamberg Nature Reserve and head out on the endless scenic trails of this impressive mountain range. Back at the Cleopatra Mountain Farmhouse you can enjoy excellent fishing as the Little Mooi River – brimming with brown trout – runs through the property.

Relax with a book in one of the garden hammocks or even take a cooking class. In the evenings you can delight in the farmhouse’s excellent cuisine.

What's Included?

  • 8 day car rental

What's Excluded?

  • International flights
  • Airport taxes
  • All meals and drinks not specified
  • Tips and gratuities
  • Items of a personal nature
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