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Lower Drakensberg Tourism Information

Quick Facts: Lower Drakensberg

  • The Southern Drakensberg is located in South Africa's KwaZulu-Natal Province
  • Town of Underberg
  • Town of Himeville
  • Town of Bulwer
  • The Southern Drakensberg is a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts
  • Outdoor holidays / beauty of tranquil and unspoilt nature
  • Many different accommodation options are available:  hotels, lodges, B&B and self-catering units, camping and caves
  • Ukahlamba Drakensberg Park
  • Hiking
  • Mountain biking
  • Horse riding
  • Trout fishing
  • Wealth of San Rock Art
  • Local arts and crafts
  • Himeville Fort Museum

Introducing Lower Drakensberg

Comprising the villages of Underberg, Himeville, Bulwer and surrounding area, the Southern Drakensberg in South Africa's KwaZulu-Natal Province is a paradise for those who love active, outdoor holidays and the beauty of tranquil and unspoilt nature.  The Southern Drakensberg region features many different accommodation options in modern and comfortable hotels, lodges, B&B and self-catering units as well as camping facilities and caves.

A large part of the scenic Ukahlamba Drakensberg Park falls into the Southern Drakensberg area making it a haven for hikers, lovers of wildlife and birds and wildflower enthusiasts. Visitors may enjoy mountain biking, horse riding, trout fishing and many more exciting outdoor activities.  This region is home to a wealth of San Rock Art, as well as the local arts and crafts.