Zulu name for ridge on the Mountains in Drakensberg, including such Peaks as Cathedral Peak, the Bell, the Outer Horn and the Inner Horn. Said to mean 'Ridge of Horns'.
One of the largest green canyons in the world, the Blyde River Canyon is a masterpiece carved over millions of years by the Blyde River as it cut through layers of ancient rock along the Drakensberg Escarpment. The canyon forms part of the Mpumalanga escarpment, where dramatic geological uplift created steep cliffs and deep valleys that continue to evolve today.
Travellers are rewarded with panoramic viewpoints such as God’s Window, Bourke’s Luck Potholes and the iconic Three Rondavels. Hiking trails weave through indigenous forests, while boat cruises on the Blyde Dam offer a completely different perspective beneath the towering cliffs. Wildlife including hippos, crocodiles, fish eagles and numerous antelope species add another dimension to the experience. The canyon’s lush vegetation is the result of abundant rainfall, making it a striking contrast to the dry canyons found elsewhere in Southern Africa. (link in further reading)
