Dirt roads, concrete strips and jeep tracks. Not suitable for children. Come in September during the Berg Bohaai (www.bergbohaai.co.za) and ride the Dirty Harry MTB Classic. Platberg Mountain is a landmark on the border between the Free State and KwaZulu-Natal provinces. This flat-topped mountain, which soars to 2 394 metres above sea level, has a…
The little-known 24 km Oribi gorge is a spectacular natural wonder, created over an aeon ago by the Mzimkhulwana River on its inexorable journey to the Indian Ocean. On your bike Both on and off-road cycling options exist on singletrack, dirt and tar surfaces. Fairacres Estate (1 km and 9 km return routes) Mountain biking…
Dirt roads and some tarmac. Not suitable for children, unless you have a backup vehicle. Riding is good all year round, but you might have to face snow in winter This is an ideal ride for a taste of “bike packing” or genuine endurance training. The circuit is very scenic, meandering through the foothills of…
Mountain Splendour Eco-Resort is a mountain biking haven in the central berg. Mountain Splendour has purpose built single track on the property,offers guided mountain bike rides in the area, hosts training camps and has a fully stocked cycle shop on the property We are able to offer basic servicing and repairs to bikes and stock…
The balance is made up by the mountains, a large natural vlei and some timber and grasslands On your bike Bike friendly alternative – not a formal trail. Mountain biking through indigenous forest. Off the bike Choice of self-catering homestead, cottage or chalet accommodation with option of catering if requested. Small caravan park also available…
The area offers mountain bikers many options, including short out and back gravel road rides, and a circular route that goes over Woodstock dam and back to the centre. Many options available, including short out-and-back gravel road rides for beginners and families. Steeper options for more experienced riders. Free payable for day visitors. Rondavels, camp…
The beautiful Lotheni Valley and the Lotheni Nature Reserve lie in the Southern Drakensberg Mountains, and a mountain bike trail has been established in the reserve along tarred road and singletrack. On your bike There is a steep downhill to a stream on this trail, so rather dismount if it is beyond your current skills…
Little Switzerland Resort, situated on the Oliviershoek Pass just as you leave the FS to enter KZN, is the first true Drakensberg resort you reach en route from Gauteng. Road conditions have deteriorated to such an extent that owner Chris Mumby recently closed his hotel operations for the time being, currently focusing on conferences and…
Lake Elands provides cycling trails for both the experienced cyclist as well as those who just enjoy a short 4km cycle in the morning. All our trails are well marked, making it easy to follow so you can admire the scenery and wildlife. You can choose from our 4km / 24km/ 45km cycling trails. The…
Just 13 km from Berea and the Durban CBD, the Kenneth Stainbank Nature Reserve is an extension of the D’Moss green lung in the south western suburb of Yellowwood Park. The reserve has become a refuge for the city’s mountain bikers as well as a rare species of Natal owl and migratory birds. There is…