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New Slackpacking Trail in South Africa’s Drakensberg

Ruth & Bill Carte arrived in South Africa’s Northern Drakensberg mountains in 1941. Four generations later, their legacy continues, with now three sister properties owned and managed by their five granddaughters.

The Carte Collection comprises The Cavern Drakensberg Resort and Spa, Sungubala Eco Camp and Montusi Mountain Lodge – which run alongside activities centre, All Out Adventures.

They recently launched a brand-new multi-day slackpacking trail combining their unique and complementary Berg experiences called The Northern Drakensberg Nature Way.

The 55km, four-day route links four properties, namely The Cavern, Greenfire, The Berghouse and Montusi – with luggage transfers and hearty meals awaiting hikers at each stop.

Day 1 takes walkers from The Cavern to Greenfire through lush forests, high ridges, and eland-grazed slopes (11.6km, 767m elevation). Day 2 follows jeep tracks and old pathways over grasslands to The Berghouse (17.9km, 337m). Day 3 is a gentler 9km stroll to Montusi, passing zebra and sweeping grassland vistas. Day 4’s 16km finale returns hikers to The Cavern via waterfalls, ridges, and panoramic escarpment views.

The trail combines challenging to moderate mountain walking with comfort, offering the serenity of nature alongside comfortable accommodation, fine dining, and easy logistics.  Bookings are now open, with trail walking guides available to ensure safety, protect sensitive areas, and support local employment.

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