Drakensberg + Mandela Capture Site Full Day Tour From Durban
Drakensberg, Durban
The Drakensberg offers breathtaking landscapes, including towering peaks, deep valleys, and stunning waterfalls. This tour also takes you to Mandela Capture Site & Howick Falls
Drakensberg Hiking and Heritage Tour from Durban
This full-day tour from Durban suits visitors interested in hiking, cultural history, and scenic landmarks in the KwaZulu-Natal region.
Highlights
- Hike in the Drakensberg Mountains
- Visit Nelson Mandela Capture Site Museum and Monument
- Visit Howick Falls
- Travel through the Midlands Meander
Description
Depart Durban at 7.30am and travel to Howick Falls. From the falls, proceed a short distance to the Nelson Mandela Capture Site, also in Howick.
Afterwards, journey to the Drakensberg Mountains for a guided hike into the mountain terrain. The tour returns to Durban around 6.30pm.
Howick Falls stands 95 metres tall, the same height as Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe, dating back to the earliest human settlements in KwaZulu-Natal. Visitors can experience the sights and sounds from a viewing deck and browse arts and crafts stalls nearby along Morling Road.
The Nelson Mandela Capture Site marks the location where Mandela was arrested on 5 August 1962. The site features a museum and a world-renowned sculpture, with ample opportunities to explore and photograph the monument.
The Drakensberg Mountains, South Africa’s largest mountain range, provided inspiration for J.R.R. Tolkien’s Misty Mountains. The uKhahlamba-Drakensberg Park contains over 35,000 San rock paintings and a rich variety of protected flora and fauna. The KwaZulu-Natal section spans 200 kilometres with peaks exceeding 3000 metres, forming part of the Maloti-Drakensberg Transfrontier Conservation Area along the Lesotho border. The guided hike explores this dramatic landscape.
Includes
- Hiking in the Drakensberg Mountains
- Tour of Nelson Mandela Capture Site Museum and Monument
- Visit to Howick Falls
- Hotel, port, and airport pick-up and drop-off
Easy Cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
Book early to secure your spot. Wear comfortable hiking shoes and bring water, sun protection, and a camera. The best time to visit is during the dry season for optimal hiking conditions.
