Guest Houses Accommodation Near Didima Gorge
*All distances listed are as the crow flies, and not actual travel distances.
Didima Gorge Reviews
More info about Didima Gorge
Dotted with caves along the length of verdure slopes that reach down deep into a valley below, the Didima Gorge is located in the UNESCO World Heritage Site uKhahlamba-Drakensberg Park in the KwaZulu-Natal Province of South Africa. The caves in Didima contain many San rock art paintings, evidence that South Africa’s first nation probably resided in this area several centuries ago.
Hikers arrive en masse for the exceptional beauty and tough challenges that face anyone attempting the hiking trails through Didima Gorge. All hikers visiting rock art sites must be escorted by a qualified nature guide and Didima offers 1 such hike, however, there are a further 6 hikes in the area that exclude rock art and are self-guided.
The Eland Cave Trail is the primary hike, as the trail requires the crossing of a river and a climb to the mountain summit before scrambling down a steep slope to reach Eland Cave. The artwork in... Show more
About Guest Houses
For a more down to earth experience there are guest houses. Less expensive than hotels, they offer a more homey environment, as well as more privacy. Converted from a private house it’s a much gentler environment and for those with furry friends, there are also pet friendly options. They are usually well situated with shops and places of interest nearby. Being so small it offers a much more personal and intimate attention to it’s upkeep, leaving you with a more polished and homely experience.