The Drakensberg, in particular the northern region is an area of magnificent natural beauty.  There are many scenic wonders the more well known being the Amphitheatre which lies on the eastern edge of the Mont-aux-Sources, a 3 000 metre high plateau and the source of the mighty Tugela River as well as eight other rivers.

Included in the central Drakensberg area is a solid basalt rock wall which maintains at a level of over 3 000 metres for some 35 kilometres and which ends in a massive corner stone known as Giant's Castle.

The Southern Drakensberg ranges from Giant's Castle to KwaZulu-Natal's southernmost section of the Drakensberg, Bushmans Nek and enters into Lesotho from South Africa here.
 
Wildlife to be seen in the Southern Drakensberg include eland, the largest of the African antelope, oribi, jackal, baboon and porcupine. The Drakensberg is particularly popular for trout fishing and hiking as well as a number of other outdoor activities, including golf.

The Drakensberg is relatively easily accessible from both Durban as well as from Johannesburg and is popular for family holidays.