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Hikes / Drakensberg: Hike along the dragon's spine

Chel-Marí Spies reaches the top of a chain ladder near the Sentinel.

Taken by Dawie Verwey

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Chel-Marí Spies reaches the top of a chain ladder near the Sentinel.

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Drakensberg: Hike along the dragon's spine

By Esma le Roux and Dawie Verwey
Published 10 May 2012

The spectacular views alone make any trip to the Drakensberg worthwhile.

Raptors and scavengers like this Cape vulture soar above and below the escarpment.

The Amphitheatre is a familiar image on postcards. Imagine what a thrill it is to stand on top of this rock formation.

Chel-Marí Spies reaches the top of a chain ladder near the Sentinel.

The Drakensberg is a wilderness area, and there aren’t many paths or signs – you have to find your own way.

The Tugela Falls (950 m), on the right of the picture, is the second highest waterfall in the world. The Mountain Club’s hut here is the last built shelter on the trail.

Go in spring or summer if you want to see flowers.

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