Top Things to do in Drakensberg Region
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10 Multi-day Tours in Drakensberg Region That You Shouldn't Miss
Discover the best top things to do in Drakensberg Region, South Africa including 1-Way Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Ticket from Cape Town to Johannesburg, 8-Day Pass Hop-on Hop-off Baz Bus Travel Pass -Durban Departure, 12 day - Meander to South Africa's best kept secrets and experience Lesotho , 20-Day Kruger to Cape Town Adventure Accommodated Tour from Pretoria, Road Trips with Honest Travel Experience , 5 Day Zululand – Lion & Elephant & Drakensberg Safari Tour from Durban, Best Of South Africa Safari - 10 Days Joburg-Kruger-Hluhluwe-Drakensberg- C/Town, Drakensberg, Mandela Capture Site & Tala P Game Reserve 3 Day Safari from Durban, Drakensberg, Nelson Mandela Capture S & Howick Falls - 2 Day Tour from Durban, 20-Day Kruger to Cape Town Camping Overland Tour from Pretoria.
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1. 1-Way Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Ticket from Cape Town to Johannesburg
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 3 reviews
Enjoy the freedom to discover South Africa at your own pace with this unique one-way hop-on hop-off bus service between Cape Town and Johannesburg. Travel in the comfort of a 19 seater semi-luxury bus in the company of fellow travellers who share your passion for exploring and adventure. Convenient pickup and drop-off is available from the door of 200 accommodations located in 40 different cities, towns and villages between Cape Town and Johannesburg. You plan your own route, decide which stops you would like to make and how much time you want to spend in each town, there is no time limit on your ticket.
Inclusions: Fuel surcharge, One-way shared transfer, Friendly, helpful and experienced driver, Accommodation pickup and drop-off (selected establishment only, refer to Departure list on voucher), Trailer attached so you can bring along your bike, surfboard or Golf Set, etc., No extra charge when changing trip details in advance, On board information files about accommodation and activities in each town
Exclusions: Shuttle cost for inaccessible areas, Accommodation
Reviewed By viajandosinfrenos
Even tough I'm not used to tours and I travel solo finding my way, traveling with Baz Bus was an amazing experience. I had the opportunity to meet a lot of backpackers and shared stories to make my trip around South Africa. I totally recommend it to travel around and enjoy the whole country.
2. 8-Day Pass Hop-on Hop-off Baz Bus Travel Pass -Durban Departure
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
Enjoy the freedom to discover South Africa at your own pace with this unique 8 day pass hop-on hop-off door-to-door bus service. Travel everywhere between Cape Town and Johannesburg through the Garden Route, the Wild Coast and/or the Drakensberg area. You plan your own route, decide where to start, which stops you would like to make, where you finish your trip and how much time you want to spend in each town. Your ticket will only expire 8 day after your first day of travel. Travel in the comfort of a 19 seater semi-luxury bus in the company of fellow travelers who share your passion for exploring and adventure. Convenient pickup and drop-off are available from the door of more than 200 accommodations (from backpacker hostels to guest houses and hotels) located in 40 different cities, towns and villages between Cape Town and Johannesburg.
Inclusions: Fuel surcharge, Shared transfer, Friendly, helpful and experienced driver, Accommodation pickup and drop-off (selected hostels only, refer to Departure list on voucher), Trailer attached so you can bring along your bike, surfboard or Golf Set, etc., No extra charge when changing trip details before the pick up time, On board information files about accommodation and activities in each town
Exclusions: Shuttle cost for inaccessible areas, Accommodation, Meals, Activities
Reviewed By viajandosinfrenos
Even tough I'm not used to tours and I travel solo finding my way, traveling with Baz Bus was an amazing experience. I had the opportunity to meet a lot of backpackers and shared stories to make my trip around South Africa. I totally recommend it to travel around and enjoy the whole country.
3. 12 day - Meander to South Africa's best kept secrets and experience Lesotho
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
The Wild Coast is a stunning section of Eastern Cape coastline stretching from East London in the south to the border of KwaZulu-Natal in the north. It is the home of the Xhosa people and incorporates estuaries, sandy beaches, natural heritage sites, craggy cliffs, waterfalls, and rolling hills, providing spectacular scenery and real authentic traditional experiences... Have a 2 day tour of Cape Town where the best of the area will be showed to you, then the Garden Route where you visit the Cango Caves, Bungee Jump (optional), Addo Elephant Park game drive and night game drive, Eastern Cape Wild Coast, “The Hole in the Wall” Coffee Bay, sleep in a rural rondawel (hut) of a traditional Xhosa village, 4x4 via Sani Pass tour through Lesotho, traditional Basotho village, Nelson Mandela capture site at Howick etc. Please book this tour at least 60 days in advance. Travel ave 400 km/day. Itinerary is subjected to changes according to weather conditions and unforeseen circumstances
Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Accommodation as per itinerary, 11 nights accommodation, National Park fees, Wine tasting, Professional guide, Driver/guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only), Transport by air-conditioned minivan, book for 6 and more adults and get 20% discount
Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Drinks, Gratuities, Hotel pickup and drop-off (if option not selected), Lunch and Dinners
Reviewed By K7640CRsallyg
This tour was just more than fantastic, the food, the guides, everything. It is to be done with this company for sure. My family love the variety of activities the itinerary provide, and will definitely do more of their tours.
4. 20-Day Kruger to Cape Town Adventure Accommodated Tour from Pretoria
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
Explore South Africa, Swaziland and Lesotho on this exciting accommodated adventure tour. Visit the Panorama Route, game drive with the opportunity to see the Big 5 in Kruger and Addo Elephant National Park. Discover diverse cultures of the Swazi, Zulu and Basotho tribes, cruise the pristine waters of St Lucia, visit Durban's rugged beaches and discover the magical Garden Route.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Dinner, Lunch, Lunch, Dinner, Lunch, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Fully equipped safari vehicle , Accommodation as specified and cooking equipment , All road tolls and vehicle taxes , All ground transportation , Meals as indicated , Services of two crew , Panorama Route , 2 days, Kruger NP, Game Drives * , Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary , Royal Enclosure/ Swaziland Village , St Lucia Boat Cruise * , Sani pass excursion * , Battlefields , Royal National park , Drakensberg Mountains , Mountain Zebra National Park, Game Drive , Addo Elephant NP, Game Drives , Garden Route , Cango Caves, Visit* , Cape Agulhas , Wine Tasting
Exclusions: Adventure Pass Activities and Excursions (optional/ USD 270.00pp)*, Visas , Flights, Travel insurance , Departure taxes , Airport transfers , Optional activities , Drinks, tips , Items of a personal nature
Reviewed By bookeric
TLDR; this is a tremendous experience for the adventurous traveler; if you have an open mindset about meeting new people, enjoy hiking and the outdoors, and don't mind an occasionally rough ride, this is an incredible trip and well worth your time. Having never traveled outside the US, I wanted to go big on my first solo trip with the 62-day excursion from Pretoria to Nairobi. Since it was such an extensive trip, I was looking for the most value for my time, based on price, activities, and safety. I backpack often, so beyond basic comfort was not a priority for me, which turned out to be a good mindset to adopt since we camped nearly the entire trip, & rode in a truck with no AC (Namibia gets hot!). Tip - be ready to retrieve the rain fly for your tent during unexpected 3 AM rain showers! However, nearly all of the sites we stayed at had the option to upgrade from camping to comfortable indoor accommodations, which was a nice option to take advantage of occasionally. Once we reached our site for the night, we began our daily rotating duties, which included helping to cook, clean the truck, and do dishes, which I think added to the experience and helped bond our fellow tourists. Traveling solo, I felt safe at all times with our guides, drivers, and locations. My trip was split between two guides, Crispen, then Pete, and they were great company that looked out for us and kept us safe and informed about everything around us. Our guides were familiar with the paths and knew everyone at our destinations. Nothing surprised them. Our drivers were impressive as well, with Harmony and Francis keeping us safe on the often-tumultuous African roads. Navigating both urban and off-road environments in our trucks was no easy task, and Francis even proved his mechanic skills during the occasional break-down. The variety of locations we stayed at were simply incredible. From Cape Town to the deserts of Namibia, the Okavango Delta to Zanzibar Island, the mixture of urban and remote landscapes couldn't have been better. We saw every animal you can imagine. On a trip like this, an open mindset is key. Traveling for two months with strangers can go any number of ways, but due to this trip, I now have lifelong friends scattered across the globe that I can't wait to visit. This wasn't just a vacation, it was a lasting, eye-opening experience that I believe everyone should try if possible. I can't recommend this trip enough. I wish I could go back to January and do it all over again.
5. Road Trips with Honest Travel Experience
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 9 reviews
South Africa as some of the best road trips in the world and you haven't really explored this country if you have not gone on a road trip to see the landscape. We offer different Road Trips: - Drankesburg - Panara Route - Garden Route Are the few options you could choose from. We have the following road trips running weekly and monthly, on these experiences you will get to meet new people explore South Africa like never before.
Inclusions: 20% off any of our other tours , Our deferent packages come with different options depending on how much you would like to spend., Air-conditioned vehicle, Accommodation
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Reviewed By hasi_9K
This was one of the best tours I have been on in a long time. The guides were super friendly, warm and very caring. They met me at the Gau train station and made sure they dropped me off too, to ensure my safety. The guide was very knowledgeable his passion and love for the job shone through. I decided to do the tour on my birthday and they made it so special for me. I am so happy that I got to spend my special day with gaining new insights and appreciation for the JHB inner city and having a FUN. Every place we visited, the people were extremely friendly and helpful and were ready to answer my 100 questions. I would recommend you do this tour to really appreciate the inner city and reignite your love for the arts and history.
6. 5 Day Zululand – Lion & Elephant & Drakensberg Safari Tour from Durban
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
This wonderful holiday offers a ‘Big Five’ safari in Hluhluwe iMfolozi Park followed by a tour of the Drakensberg in Central KwaZulu-Natal. Your adventure begins in the Hluhluwe iMfolozi Park where you’ll stay at an exclusive luxury lodge. After an exciting safari experience you’ll be transferred to the Drakensberg area.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Lunch, Dinner, Bottled water, Pick ups and drop offs from any point - hotels, airport, port
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Reviewed By danesdora
We have enjoyed tours to Hluhluwe, Isimangaliso Wetland Park and Garden Route. Very nicely organised. Good guides too
7. Best Of South Africa Safari - 10 Days Joburg-Kruger-Hluhluwe-Drakensberg- C/Town
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
Best Of South Africa Safari -10 Days Joburg, Kruger, Hluhluwe, Drakensberg, C/Town takes you from Johannesburg starting up with Soweto to the Big 5, to the beaches, to the mountains and to the best Wines in the World as you tour the Kruger National Park, Hluhluwe Imfolozi Game Reserve, the Drakensberg and the Garden Route, ending in Cape Town all within a 10 day period. This tour commences in Johannesburg and ends in Cape Town. The tour can also run in reverse starting in Cape Town and ending in Johannesburg. You experience the best that South Africa has to offer.
Inclusions: Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Accommodation for 9 nights, Bottled water, Pick ups and drop offs from any points before the tour and after the tour
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Reviewed By danesdora
We have enjoyed tours to Hluhluwe, Isimangaliso Wetland Park and Garden Route. Very nicely organised. Good guides too
8. Drakensberg, Mandela Capture Site & Tala P Game Reserve 3 Day Safari from Durban
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
Wow, you get to experience Tala Private Game Reserve, Mandela Capture Site and the world famous Drakensberg. Here you get to experience the best that South Africa has to offer. The 3 days starting off at the game reserve and ending at the incredible mountain ranges is a never to be forgotten experience.
Inclusions: Dinner, Dinner
Exclusions:
Reviewed By danesdora
We have enjoyed tours to Hluhluwe, Isimangaliso Wetland Park and Garden Route. Very nicely organised. Good guides too
9. Drakensberg, Nelson Mandela Capture S & Howick Falls - 2 Day Tour from Durban
Overall Ratings
4.3 based on 3 reviews
The Nelson Mandela Capture Site gives the full history of this world renowned statesman. Add to this, the Drakensberg is the largest and highest mountain range in Southern Africa. Part of the mountain range stretches into Lesotho. The mountain range is undeniably breathtaking and inspiring to millions who visit it. Enjoy the breathtaking views of its valleys. There are opportunities for wonderful photos and memories. Our tour is planned to give you the best possible experience of this great area. Minimum booking for 2 people sharing. We can cater for groups larger than 15 on request. There is also a discount for groups of 4 and more. if only 2 or 3 of you are booked for the tour, the tour can become a private tour for you at no extra charge.
Inclusions: Dinner, Bottled water, Soft drinks, Pick ups and drop offs from hotels, port, airport and all other points
Exclusions:
Reviewed By danesdora
We have enjoyed tours to Hluhluwe, Isimangaliso Wetland Park and Garden Route. Very nicely organised. Good guides too
10. 20-Day Kruger to Cape Town Camping Overland Tour from Pretoria
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 1 reviews
Southern Africa at its finest in an attraction packed 20-day overland tour. Take an adventure through three of the nation’s best wildlife parks; Kruger and Addo Elephant on safari game drives in pursuit of the Big Five. Appreciate the rich and diverse cultures of the Zulu, Swazi and the Basotho people of Lesotho. Head to the coast for rugged beaches and take in the spectacular Garden Route icons Tsitsikamma and Hermanus.
Inclusions: Fully equipped safari vehicle, Camping and cooking equipment, All road tolls and vehicle taxes, All ground transportation, Sleeping mattress, Meals as indicated, Services of two crew, Bourkes Luck Pot Holes, 2 days, Kruger NP, Game Drives *, Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary, Royal Enclosure/ Swaziland Village, St Lucia Boat Cruise *, Sani pass excursion *, Battlefields, Royal National park, Drakensburg Mountains, Mountain Zebra National Park, Addo Elephant NP, Game Drives, Garden Route, Cango Caves, Visit *, Cape Agulhas, Wine Tasting, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Exclusions: * Adventure Pass Activities and Excursions (optional) USD270, Visas, Flights, Travel insurance, Departure taxes, Airport transfers, Sleeping bag, Optional activities, Drinks, tips and Items of a personal nature
Reviewed By bookeric
TLDR; this is a tremendous experience for the adventurous traveler; if you have an open mindset about meeting new people, enjoy hiking and the outdoors, and don't mind an occasionally rough ride, this is an incredible trip and well worth your time. Having never traveled outside the US, I wanted to go big on my first solo trip with the 62-day excursion from Pretoria to Nairobi. Since it was such an extensive trip, I was looking for the most value for my time, based on price, activities, and safety. I backpack often, so beyond basic comfort was not a priority for me, which turned out to be a good mindset to adopt since we camped nearly the entire trip, & rode in a truck with no AC (Namibia gets hot!). Tip - be ready to retrieve the rain fly for your tent during unexpected 3 AM rain showers! However, nearly all of the sites we stayed at had the option to upgrade from camping to comfortable indoor accommodations, which was a nice option to take advantage of occasionally. Once we reached our site for the night, we began our daily rotating duties, which included helping to cook, clean the truck, and do dishes, which I think added to the experience and helped bond our fellow tourists. Traveling solo, I felt safe at all times with our guides, drivers, and locations. My trip was split between two guides, Crispen, then Pete, and they were great company that looked out for us and kept us safe and informed about everything around us. Our guides were familiar with the paths and knew everyone at our destinations. Nothing surprised them. Our drivers were impressive as well, with Harmony and Francis keeping us safe on the often-tumultuous African roads. Navigating both urban and off-road environments in our trucks was no easy task, and Francis even proved his mechanic skills during the occasional break-down. The variety of locations we stayed at were simply incredible. From Cape Town to the deserts of Namibia, the Okavango Delta to Zanzibar Island, the mixture of urban and remote landscapes couldn't have been better. We saw every animal you can imagine. On a trip like this, an open mindset is key. Traveling for two months with strangers can go any number of ways, but due to this trip, I now have lifelong friends scattered across the globe that I can't wait to visit. This wasn't just a vacation, it was a lasting, eye-opening experience that I believe everyone should try if possible. I can't recommend this trip enough. I wish I could go back to January and do it all over again.
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