The Drakensberg Amphitheatre/Tugela Falls 2-day Hike
Event Date: 23 – 25 January 𝟐𝟎𝟐6
𝐆𝐮𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐝 – Amphitheatre/Tugela Falls Hike
Start: Sentinel Car Park
Finish: Sentinel Car Park
Duration: 14km over two days and one night, 14kms – 617m Ascent
Fitness: Moderate Hike
Beauty: 4/5
Our tip: take extra pairs of warm socks and a down jacket for the nights at the top often get chilled
𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐃𝐫𝐚𝐤𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐛𝐞𝐫𝐠 𝐓𝐮𝐠𝐞𝐥𝐚 𝐟𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐬 𝟐-𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝐡𝐢𝐤𝐞 is the perfect opportunity to hike to the top of the Drakensberg. Nature Lovers, families with children over the age of 12 who just wanna get out and about, couples, and single hikers, who are tired of the city life and seeking a weekend getaway from it all in the Drakensberg just with friends and loved ones.
𝘉ook your spot 𝘯𝘰𝘸 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘸𝘦 𝘸𝘪𝘭𝘭 𝘦𝘮𝘢𝘪𝘭 𝘺𝘰𝘶 instructions on how to make it to the hike as well as getting ready and prepared for the hike.
🏞️ Drakensberg Hike: Booking Options
We offer two distinct packages to suit your hiking needs for the Witsieshoek to Sentinel Peak route (Tugela Falls Hike). All prices are per person (pp).
| Feature | Details |
| Price | R3500 pp |
| Inclusions | * Guided Experience: Professional Mountain Guide. |
| * Transportation: Round-trip shuttle service between Witsieshoek Mountain Lodge and Sentinel Car Park. | |
| * Gear Rental: High-quality Tent and Sleeping Bag provided. |
Important Note on Gear (Option 1):
You are required to supply your own hiking backpack to carry the provided tent and sleeping bag, along with your personal food, snacks, and drinking water.
Refundable Deposit:
A R500 refundable security deposit is required. This deposit will be held and used to cover the cost of repair or replacement should any rented items be damaged during the trip. The deposit will be fully refunded upon the safe return of the gear.
| Feature | Details |
| Price | R1700 pp |
| Inclusions | * Guided Experience: Professional Mountain Guide. |
| * Transportation: Round-trip shuttle service between Witsieshoek Mountain Lodge and Sentinel Car Park. | |
| Exclusions | You must bring all your own personal equipment, including your Tent, Sleeping Bag, Food, and Water. |
ℹ️ Essential Information for All Bookings (Options 1 & 2)
Transport & Venue Access
Access to Venue: Please note that transportation to Witsieshoek Mountain Lodge is not included in either booking option. You are responsible for arranging your own travel to the starting venue. Hikers from same destination
- Travel Coordination Assistance: For hikers traveling from the same departure town, we are happy to assist in coordinating shared transport and lift arrangements to and from Witsieshoek Mountain Lodge, Qwaqwa. Please contact us for more details once your booking is confirmed.
Required Personal Gear
You must bring the following items:
Sufficient Food and Snacks for the duration of the hike.
Appropriate Hiking Boots or sturdy shoes.
A suitable Hiking Backpack to carry all your personal items and, for Option 1, the provided rental gear (tent and sleeping bag).
Further Queries
Should you have any further questions or require assistance, please contact us directly at 078 949 6008.
𝙎𝙥𝙤𝙩𝙨 𝙖𝙧𝙚 𝙡𝙞𝙢𝙞𝙩𝙚𝙙 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙖𝙫𝙖𝙞𝙡𝙖𝙗𝙡𝙚 𝙩𝙤 𝙩𝙝𝙤𝙨𝙚 𝙬𝙝𝙤 𝙗𝙤𝙤𝙠 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙥𝙖𝙮 𝙛𝙞𝙧𝙨𝙩.
𝐏𝐀𝐘𝐌𝐄𝐍𝐓 𝐈𝐒 𝐍𝐎𝐍-𝐑𝐄𝐅𝐔𝐍𝐃𝐀𝐁𝐋𝐄.
𝙔𝙤𝙪 𝙖𝙧𝙚 𝙚𝙡𝙞𝙜𝙞𝙗𝙡𝙚 𝙩𝙤 𝙨𝙬𝙖𝙥 𝙮𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙨𝙥𝙤𝙩𝙨 𝙬𝙞𝙩𝙝 𝙖𝙣𝙤𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙧 𝙝𝙞𝙠𝙚𝙧.
𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐥 𝐃𝐞𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐬
The Drakensberg Amphitheatre and Tugela Falls 2-day hike covers about 14km both ways counting from Sentinel Carpark up to Tugela Falls and back to Sentinel Carpark with a ascend of about 500m from 2500m – just under 3000m. On average this hike will take about 4 hours per day. That includes stopping for incredible views. The next morning we will return to Witsieshoek Mountain Lodge where cars without a 4×4 capability are parked. From there we’ll depart to our various homes.
Trail Map
Disclaimer
Mountaineering (climbing and hiking) is de facto an activity that carries certain inherent risks. Neither the ADJAFRICA, nor any of its members or representatives accept responsibility for any deaths, injury, or illness sustained or suffered by any person or for any theft, loss, or damage to any property that results from participation in ADJAFRICA activities, no matter in what manner caused and whether allegedly due to negligence or not.
