Cathedral Peak Escape: Rainbow Gorge & Mushroom Rock Adventure
Join us for an unforgettable journey featuring two bucket list hikes in the stunning Cathedral Peak area of the Drakensberg! Known for its dramatic landscapes, towering peaks, and pristine wilderness, this is the ultimate destination for adventurers and nature lovers.
Trip Details:
📅 Date: 05-06 July 2025
📍 Location: Cathedral Peak, Drakensberg
🌈 Rainbow Gorge
Distance: 9km
Elevation Gain: 230m
Grading:
Casual Hiker: Grade 3
Regular Hiker: Grade 2
🍄 Mushroom Rock
Distance: 5km round trip
Elevation Gain: 300m
Grading:
Casual Hiker: Grade 3.5
Regular Hiker: Grade 2.5
Fees:
Early Bird Special: R599 (valid until 31 May 2025)
Standard Fee: R699 per person (after 31 May 2025)
Fee includes all hiking permits but excludes accommodation.
Day Visitors Welcome:
It’s only a pleasant 3-hour drive from Durban, with lovely tarred roads all the way!
Day Visitor Early Bird Fee: R249 (before 31 May 2025)
Day Visitor Fee: R349
Accommodation Recommendations:
Cathedral Peak Hotel (luxury option)
Didima Camp (mid-range option)
Cathedral Peak Backpackers (budget-friendly option)
Please contact us if you need more info&advice!
Important Notes:
This event will proceed rain or shine and will only be postponed or canceled in the case of extreme weather conditions.
Hike Grading Guide:
Grade 1: Easy – minimal fitness required
Grade 2: Moderate – not too strenuous
Grade 3: Moderate – physical fitness advisable
Grade 4: Strenuous – physical fitness essential
Grade 5: Very strenuous – high fitness level essential
Don’t miss the chance to tick off these bucket list hikes and create lifelong memories in the breathtaking Drakensberg! 🌄
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