Assvoelkrans Drakensberg Cave Hike (2 Days)

Maximum Number of Hikers

Maximum Number of Hikers

12 The 2 Day Assvoelkrans Drakensberg Cave Hike

Easy Drakensberg Hike
Family Friendly Drakensberg Hike
Overnight Hike

The Assvoelkrans Drakensberg cave hike is perfect to get out in the mountains and best of all it has a lovely waterfall flowing over the front. It is lovely and big with quite a few “rooms” and can easily fit 30 people. Don’t worry though because I only take 12 guests.

We do have to be prepared for a swim especially in the summer.

The 2 day overnight hike to Assvoelkrans Drakensberg cave starts at Highmoor Ezemvelo office. Soon after starting our overnight hike we get to Kamloops dam. A perfect place to stop for a cup of tea.

As we walk we can see the mighty Giant ahead.

Giants castle is rather impressive as we approach our cave for the night. This is only a 4km walk so plenty of time to really enjoy these beautiful mountains.

I suppose you can imagine vultures nesting on the cliffs by the cave.

Don’t worry though because there aren’t any. I kind of wish there were. Usually this hike takes us up to 3 hours so we arrive in time for a big mug of tea while enjoying the stillness and of course the views. Please click here to see what other hikes I offer.

The next morning it is certainly worth it to walk up the hill behind the cave and watch the sun shine on Giants castle in the distance. Someone has to do it. Then after breakfast we saunter back down to our cars at Highmoor. This hike is suitable for anyone that loves mountains as well as families with kids over 12 years old.

Drakensberg Hiking Package Options

We have differentiated between options for porters for your hike using ‘Gold’, ‘Silver’ and ‘Bronze’ as the options to choose from, so remember to select the correct option on your enquiry or hike form when you contact us.

We understand that the Gold, Silver and Bronze packages might seem a bit confusing, so we have done some calculations to assist you with which one will be most suitable for you, and to ensure that you have the most enjoyable hike possible!

It is a good idea as part of your hike preparation to do some extra walking anyway, so while doing a walk of approximately 5km, including some uphill and downhill parts, carry a pack with the pack weight listed in the description of the package you are interested in. If you are quite comfortable with that weight, then that is the right option for you.

If you find yourself battling, and don’t have time to do some more preparation, then consider moving to a different package.

All three options (Bronze, Silver & Gold) include full catering, and the supply of your tent.

GOLD

Fully Portered Drakensberg Hike

You carry only a day-pack containing your own with drinks, snacks and jacket for each day.

Includes 3 meals a day!

You will not be carrying a standard hiking backpack at all, instead we will supply you with a 35l drybag into which you will put all your personal gear for our porters to carry.

The day pack you will carry weighs approximately 4kg.

Sleeping bags, tents, etc are carried our porters who also put your tent up!

SILVER

Partially Portered Drakensberg Hike

You carry a backpack with your clothes, sleeping bag, sleeping mat, wash kit, and water bottle.

Includes 3 meals a day!

The pack weight you will carry on the Silver Package is approximately 14kg.

Tents etc are carried and put up by our porters.