Drakensberg Grand Traverse
A 220-km unmarked traverse of the Drakensberg escarpment from Sentinel to Bushman's Nek.
Where on earth
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- Region
- South Africa / Lesotho
- Country
- Africa
- Biome
- Escarpment plateau (1,800–3,482 m)
- Best season
- March – May, September – November
- Difficulty
- moderate
Known for
- Backpacking
- Hiking
Key takeaways
- Biome: Escarpment plateau (1,800–3,482 m)
- Best season: March – May, September – November
- Difficulty: moderate
- Top activity: backpacking
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Topic summary
A 220-km unmarked traverse of the Drakensberg escarpment from Sentinel to Bushman's Nek.
Key takeaways
- Difficulty: moderate
- Best season: March – May, September – November
Intended uses
backpacking
Climate suitability
Escarpment plateau (1,800–3,482 m)
Verification notes
Last verified January 1, 1970.
Region
Africa
Biome
Escarpment plateau (1,800–3,482 m)
Difficulty
moderate