Drakensberg and Nelson Mandela Capture Site Full-Day Private Tour
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6 Ratings
Howick
Explore the breathtaking beauty of the Drakensberg Mountains and visit the historic Nelson Mandela Capture Site on this full-day private tour. Discover rugged peaks, verdant valleys, and the awe-inspiring landscape of the Drakensberg region.
Duration: 10 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Howick Falls - Depart from Durban at 7am and travel past Pietermaritzburg to Howick Falls. Howick Falls is a waterfall in Howick, KwaZulu-Natal Province, South Africa. The waterfall is approximately 95 m in height (310 feet) and lies on the Umgeni River. The Zulu people called the falls KwaNogqaza, which means “Place of the Tall One”.
  • Nelson Mandela Capture Site - From Howick Falls we proceed to Nelson Mandela Capture Site. Nelson Mandela was arrested on 5 August 1962 outside Howick,
    Natal, South Africa. He spent the next 27 years of his life in prison.

The Nelson Mandela Capture Site commemorates this moment in history with a visitor centre (museum) and a world renowned sculpture.

  • Drakensberg Mountains - From the Nelson Mandela Capture Site we travel along the famous Meander Midlands Region with fascinating country views of hills and valleys en route to the Drakensberg Mountains.

The Drakensberg region has to be one iof the most beautiful places in the world. The Drakensberg region is extraordinary, thanks to the dramatically beautiful setting. This region is home to the awe-inspiring mountain range which is predominantly found in the KwaZulu Natal Province. The Drakensberg Mountain range is more than 200 kilometres long and combines rugged peaks with verdant valleys and spectacular backdrops. It creates a natural border between the kingdom of Lesotho and the province of KwaZulu-Natal. At the Drakensberg Mountains you can enjoy a short walking trail towards the majestic mountains.

What's Included
  • Stunning sightseeing in the Midlands Meander.
  • Majestic Drakensberg Mountains expeditions.
  • Visit the iconic Nelson Mandela Capture Site Monument.
  • Complimentary bottled water for your convenience.
  • Explore nature with Walking Trails at the Drakensberg.
  • Convenient pick-up and drop-off service at hotels and airport.
  • Marvel at the beauty of Howick Falls.
Additional Information

The Drakensberg Mountain Area is undeniably one of the world’s most stunning landscapes. The dazzling beauty of the Drakensberg region is exceptional, due to its extraordinary surroundings. This region is the dwelling place of a breathtaking mountain range principally located in the KwaZulu Natal Province. The Drakensberg Mountain range extends over 200 kilometres and blends jagged peaks with lush valleys and striking panoramas. It forms a natural boundary between the kingdom of Lesotho and the KwaZulu-Natal province. This exclusive one-day private tour will take you to:

  1. Drakensberg Mountains
  2. Nelson Mandela Capture Site
  3. Howick Falls
Location
Howick Falls
Corner of Falls Drive & Morling Street
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Passenger35487480320
Dec 27, 2023
Most enjoyable - Drakensberg and Nelson Mandela Capture Site Full-Day Private Tour - Most enjoyable - Drakensberg and Nelson Mandela Capture Site Full-Day Private Tour. Drakensberg was so beautiful
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759brittaw
Nov 19, 2023
Wonderful trip to Mandela and the Drakensberg - The day tour with the guides from Durban Travel was great. On the way to the stunningly beautiful Drakensberg, we stopped at the impressive waterfalls in Howick, then visited the Nelson Mandela Museum and admired the huge Mandela portrait. After that, we continued up to the Drakensberg to enjoy the landscape and take a short hike to the rock paintings in the caves in the nature park. The guides were extremely knowledgeable and very funny. During the trip, we talked about culture and politics and had a lot of fun trying out the Zulu click language. We were able to gain great and interesting new insights, felt safe and looked after, and saw and learned a lot. The company is highly recommended, also because it is run by locals who simply know a lot about their homeland and their origins.
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Jmonn556
Feb 28, 2023
Enjoyable tour of Drakensberg and Howick Falls and Nelson Mandela Capture Site - Enjoyable tour of Drakensberg and Howick Falls and Nelson Mandela Capture Site. Good scenery. Whole tour well worth a visit
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K9072ksstephenf
Apr 30, 2024
Drakensberg Tour - Big day of travelling, but worth it for the sights. Will visit area this again. The company could be using a better vehicle for the trip. Tour guide nice guy.
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Darrel_g
Jan 29, 2024
Totally awful. Look elsewhere . Complete waste of £176 - Awful trip . I recommend you look elsewhere. For the price I paid certainly wasn’t the worth the money I paid. The “guide” wasn’t a guide all he was a driver. The car he picked me up in was awful, looked like it needed to be scrapped. It was so uncomfortable specially with the long drive. We were supposed to do a hike and all I had was an hour. No stops for lunch etc. A total waste of money. Would have been cheaper to hire a car and drive there myself.
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197977
Jun 17, 2023
To be explored one day! - Unfortunately due to unforeseen circumstances from the tour side,I did not get the opportunity to experience the DRANKENSBERG MOUNTAIN.
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