Covid-19 / Drakensberg Questions & Updates

The current status quo is that Didima is closed, and there is no proposed date for re-opening at this point. It is unclear when Cathedral Peak hotel will reopen (although their website suggests the 22 Sept). Hiking trails in and around Didima remain closed.

However, "camping accommodation" and overnight hiking for the rest of the Drakensberg (with the exception of Injisuthi which will reopen on the 14th of Sept) reopened on the 4th of Sept. Chalets at Kamberg, Lotheni, Giants Castle, Royal Natal, and Injisuthi are all open again also (some having opened again on the 7th of Aug). As I get updates, I will post, or keep an eye on Ezemvelo's official Facebook or Twitter feeds.

That's a very good point. I have reached out to colleagues to find out. Thanks for that. I will revert as soon as I find out.

Bear in mind that Ezemvelo is currently running a Mahala Friday promotion, for South Africans to get into our reserves for free for day visits (on a Fri only). the promotion is being advertised on all the official social media platforms.

Everywhere except for Didima/Cathedral is open for overnight and day hiking.
No planned opening date has been given.

See this thread for updates: www.vertical-endeavour.com/forum/14-drakensberg-general/56752-covid-19-drakensberg-questions-updates.html?start=10

According to an update received today, Injisuthi will reopen in October following the devastating fire that destroyed most of the staff accommodation etc. I will keep requesting information and keep you all updated.