The best waterfall hikes and walks in the Drakensberg
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Last updated: October 26, 2025
4.9
(69)
463
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Expert hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
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2. The Sphinx Rock Formation – Crystal Falls loop from Champagne Castle
11.6km
04:32
620m
620m
Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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4.9
(35)
234
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3. Tiger Falls – The Cascades Pools loop from Bonjaneni
7.14km
02:20
310m
310m
Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
4.9
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225
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4. Sterkspruit Falls – Nandi's Falls loop from Champagne Castle
8.29km
02:31
290m
290m
Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
4.9
(26)
117
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5. Ribbon Falls Cave – Doreen Falls loop from Cathedral Peak Hotel
12.7km
04:27
630m
630m
Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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