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- South Africa
- Drakensberg Mountains
Drakensberg Mountains
The jagged peaks of the Drakensberg (Dragon Mountains) tower
over the eastern border of Kwa-Zulu Natal with Lesotho, providing a
paradise for outdoor enthusiasts. The mountains abound with hiking
trails, climbing routes, 4x4 trails, pony treks and adventure
pursuits, all accessible from numerous resorts in the lower
reaches.
Though home to a few luxury resorts and small towns, the region
is largely untamed, and criss-crossed by lengths of rugged dirt
roads. The only road that breaches the mountain range and crosses
the border to Lesotho is the hair-raising Sani Pass, which is
topped by the highest pub in Africa.
The mountain range is a popular getaway for Johannesburg and
Durban residents, offering plenty of opportunities for hiking, rock
climbing, golf, horseback riding, fishing, and even hot air
ballooning. If relaxation is what you're after however, you can
simply enjoy the stunning views provided by the peaks and valleys
and their waterfalls, caves, streams, and rock pools. Several
locations, including Giant's Castle, feature ancient rock paintings
left by the San people on cave walls.
Whether you venture north to the highest peaks of
Mont-Aux-Sources, Cathedral Peak, and the Amphitheatre; or amuse
yourself in the foothills to the south, a vacation in the
Drakensberg Mountains offer fun and relaxation for everyone.
Information & Facts
Language
South Africa has 11 official languages, including
Afrikaans, English, Xhosa, Zulu and Sotho. English is widely
spoken.
Money
South Africa's currency is the Rand (ZAR), which is divided into
100 cents. Money can be exchanged at banks, bureaux de change and
the larger hotels. ATMs are widely available (there is a daily
limit for cash withdrawals) and major international credit cards
are widely accepted, except in petrol stations where cash is
required. Visitors should be vigilant when drawing cash from ATMs,
as con artists are known to operate there. Travellers cheques and
some foreign currencies are accepted at larger hotels and shops,
but commission is charged, otherwise all commercial banks will
exchange them.
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