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KwaZulu Natal Drakensburg 'uKhahlamba'

by linnyloo - last update: Aug 24, 2003

World heritage site

Sunset at Penwarn Lodge, Southern Drakensberg.
The Drakensberg (uKhahlamba - meaning 'the barrier of spears')has been inscribed on the World Heritage Site list maintained by UNESCO. This gives the Drakensberg a new level of environmental protection.

The Drakensberg mountain range stretches the entire length of KwaZulu-Natal's western boundary.

The Southern Drakensberg lies a bit off the beaten tourist track and is not very well known.
Here you will find alpine landscapes of dramatic beauty. Trout anglers consider the "Southern Drakensberg" to be a favorite, since the region has an abundance of crystal clear lakes and rivers.
The tourist highlight of the southern Drakensberg is the Sani Pass. It's 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)

My personal favourite is the Southern 'Berg'
Midday view from the lodge

Penwarn Lodge, Southern Berg.

This is a midday view form the verandah of Penwarn Lodge, looking out towards the mountains over a picturesque lake.
early morning view
This is an early morning view from Penwarn.

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Pros:"Peace, tranquility and incredible beauty."
Cons:"Tourists........"
In A Nutshell:"God's country."
linnyloo's Drakensberg Travel Tips

OverviewThings to Do
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Restaurants
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Hotels & Accommodations
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NightlifeOff The Beaten Path
 
Tourist TrapsWarnings Or Dangers
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TransportationLocal Customs
 
Packing Lists
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Shopping
 
Sports TravelGeneral Tips
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linnyloo's Drakensberg Travelogues
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Penwarn impressionsJune, 2003 5
Spring snow in the Southern DrakensbergAugust, 2003 5

Comments for linnyloo about Drakensberg
Martman Sun Jun 28, 2009 13:56 UTC
 lekker! Never been to Drakensberg.
canuck68 Wed Sep 17, 2008 05:19 UTC
 Lovely pictures and good tips. I could be there in December but your tip on snakes didn't make it too inviting.
masc4s Mon Dec 20, 2004 20:02 UTC
 Excellent birds-eye view of Drakensberg Linda. Some excellent tips here. Like the Duck and Dolittle :-)!
dsantosh Sun Jun 20, 2004 05:44 UTC
 Fantastic page, albums and tips.
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