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Tugela Falls

Drakensberg, South Africa

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Tugela Falls

A day hike from Sentinel car park up to the top of the Drakensberg escarpment, ending at the top of Tugela Falls. The route climbs chain ladders up a cliff face and crosses a plateau with views over the Amphitheatre.

Highlights

  • Chain ladders up the cliff
  • Amphitheatre basalt cliffs
  • Plateau above Tugela Falls

Good to know

  • About 12 km return, 5 to 7 hours
  • 4x4 road to car park; shuttle from Witsieshoek
  • Conservation fee and hiking fee payable

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