The Southern Area of uKlahlamba Drakensberg
Wednesday, January 26, 2011
By Rob Atherton
Just two and half hours drive from Durban, tourists can experience ambient country hospitality in villages such as Underberg, Himeville and Bulwer, which provide tranquil charm alternating with festive merriment amongst a host of quaint pubs, cheese farms, home-produce stalls, art and craft outlets abound in beautiful locations, attended to by friendly residents, keen to meet and treat callers.
Although it is not the best known region of the uKlahlamba, nestling there in the lower hills of this region are quite a few panoramic nature reserves, such as Coleford, Loteni and Kamberg, each offering its own natural character, unique grasslands and hiking trails. Closer to the embracing mountains are resort hotels offering all outdoor leisure amenities including golf, home and hiking trails, fly fishing, boating, tennis, mini-golf and mountain biking.
Quite a few perfect sanctuaries lure the hiker, nature-lover and the fly-fisherman, with a lot of exhilaration and healthy outdoor activities on offer you to kids of all ages and interests. The only eastern road access to the Kingdom of Lesotho along the entire length of the mountain range is via the breathtaking Sani Pass, which boasts the highest pub in Africa at its crest at about 2,800m. A 4x4 vehicle is recommended to be able to cross the Sani Pass, especially in bad climate. Be certain to verify the opening times of the border post among South Africa and Lesotho as it is not open round the clock.
Flower and music festivals appeal to occasional friendly crowds, bringing laughter and song to the usual stillness permitting all to enjoy the surrounds. Adventure enthusiasts of different degrees are well accommodated with abseiling, paragliding, helicopter trips and river tubing are all available.
While the Southern UKlahlamba is sought after is anglers who come here for the crystal clear lakes and rivers, the region has lots more to offer the visitor.
Although it is not the best known region of the uKlahlamba, nestling there in the lower hills of this region are quite a few panoramic nature reserves, such as Coleford, Loteni and Kamberg, each offering its own natural character, unique grasslands and hiking trails. Closer to the embracing mountains are resort hotels offering all outdoor leisure amenities including golf, home and hiking trails, fly fishing, boating, tennis, mini-golf and mountain biking.
Quite a few perfect sanctuaries lure the hiker, nature-lover and the fly-fisherman, with a lot of exhilaration and healthy outdoor activities on offer you to kids of all ages and interests. The only eastern road access to the Kingdom of Lesotho along the entire length of the mountain range is via the breathtaking Sani Pass, which boasts the highest pub in Africa at its crest at about 2,800m. A 4x4 vehicle is recommended to be able to cross the Sani Pass, especially in bad climate. Be certain to verify the opening times of the border post among South Africa and Lesotho as it is not open round the clock.
Flower and music festivals appeal to occasional friendly crowds, bringing laughter and song to the usual stillness permitting all to enjoy the surrounds. Adventure enthusiasts of different degrees are well accommodated with abseiling, paragliding, helicopter trips and river tubing are all available.
While the Southern UKlahlamba is sought after is anglers who come here for the crystal clear lakes and rivers, the region has lots more to offer the visitor.
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Of the many spectacular places to see in South Africa, the Drakensberg are probably the most stunning. They are Southern Africa's highest mountain range and are a great place to get away from it all.. This article, The Southern Area of uKlahlamba Drakensberg is available for free reprint.
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