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Mnweni - Enjoy 3 days of hiking in the remote part of the Drakensberg mountains known as Mnweni. We follow the ancient valleys and summit the escarpment (known by locals as the barrier of spears). This is hiking South African style.
The hike is self sufficient. So hikers will be required to carry their own backpacks, sleeping bags and clothing.
Hiking distance is 35 over 3 days. The distance on day 1 is 10km. Day 2 is 8km. Day 3 is 16km.
The maximum height we reach is 3100m. The biggest altitude gain is on day 2 where hikers will gain 1000m up mnweni pass to the top of the Drakensberg escarpment.
Day 3 sees us dropping about 1200m over 16km.
We depart Johannesburg on day 1 at 5am and return on day 3 at 6pm.
- Hot drinks, biscuits, and chocolates at camp
- Experienced Mountain Guide included
- Transportation from JHB provided
- Tents, sleeping bags, backpacks, and utensils supplied
- All fees and taxes covered
- Shuttle service from Mnweni to trail head
- Breakfasts and dinners included on the mountain
- Lunches on the mountain
- Porters to carry your backpack (R500pd)
The Drakensberg stands as one of the premier trekking locations globally. Its age-old basalt and sandstone formations rise majestically, creating a natural boundary between South Africa and Lesotho. This trek offers an unmatched hiking venture. The mnweni region of the Drakensberg is secluded. We don’t come across other trekkers during our expeditions. The only individuals we encounter are occasional Basotho shepherds atop the escarpment. It’s a genuine traditional trekking journey. Trekkers are self-reliant, carrying their own backpacks filled with sleeping bags and clothes. We quench our thirst with water from the pristine mountain streams. The apex of the experience occurs on the second night when we rest in an age-worn cave nestled into the cliffside.
- Hikers must be moderately fit. Must be able to handle 10km daily hiking distances
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
