Mountain Destinations
Cathedral Peak
Cathedral Peak it is a hikers paradise offering routes that range from a few hours to several days. For the visitors less inclined to physical activity or whose time is limited, Mike's Pass provides an opportunity to drive to the top of the Little Berg near the head of Didima Gorge for spectacular views of the main escarpment and the surrounding lowlands.
Cathedral Peak also boasts the magnificent Didima Valley with its many examples of San Rock art.
Overhead the effortless flight of a Bearded vulture (Lammergeyer) while closer at hand Malachite sun birds flash from Protea to Protea, a noisy troop of baboons bark at the intruders in their domain and a family of Mountain reedbuck display their white tails as they race up a nearby slope. While hiking, a wide selection of plants and animals can be seen in the extensive grasslands and forest patches characteristic of this part of the Berg.
Accommodation
Didima Camp
The luxurious Didima Camp, at Cathedral Peak, has been themed around the art of the San people. The San Art Interpretive Centre, which opened in 2003, provides fascinating insights into the art and culture of the San and includes static displays and audio-visual presentations featuring a reconstructed cave covered with accurate reproductions of actual San Art sites.
Luxury chalets - 2 bed
- The chalets are back to back and an inter-leading door allows the two chalets to be converted into a four-bed family unit with self-catering facilities
- satellite television and fireplace
Cabins - 4 bed
- 2 bedrooms each en-suite, a lounge/dining area and a kitchen
- satellite television and fireplace
Honeymoon suite
- satellite television and fireplace
Bungalow - 6 bed
- 3 bedrooms, each with en-suite facilities, a lounge/dining area and a kitchen.
- satellite television and fireplace
The central lodge provides a restaurant and bar, fireplaces throughout, an intimate lounge and a shop for groceries and curios.
Facilities
- The Didima Conference Centre is situated within the camp with stunning views onto the magnificent mountain setting of the Cathedral Peak Valley with its unique blend of modern luxury and ancient cultural heritage which evokes the spirit of the bushman culture
- Wedding Venue and Reception Centre offers you a magnificent view of Cathedral Peak from our twin thatched cave-like structures with full height glass windows framing the scenic splendour of the Ukhahlamba Drakensberg Park
- Facilities for people with disabilities at Didima
- A 2 bed cottage accessible to wheelchairs with appropriate fittings
- the main centre, bar and restaurant are accessible to wheelchairs
- Rock Art Interpretive Centre provides Wheelchair access
- Exciting curio shop
- Ethnic Eland View Restaurant
- Open-plan Bar Facilities
- Cozy Cigar lounge with DSTV
- Thatched Gazebo alongside the Swimming Pool and Tennis courts
- Magnificent Mountain scenery
- San Art interpretive Centre
Extra Information
- Walking and Hiking Trails into the surrounding mountains.
- Guided Trails up Mike’s Pass
- Guided Walking trails to Rainbow Gorge, Baboon Rock and a variety of other scenic destinations
- Barbeques in the Boma or at the Gazebo
Sundowner Walks & Barbeques- Mountain streams with rock pools within walking distance of the Camp
- Activities available through The Cathedral Peak Hotel
- Golf course
- Bowling Green
- Beauty & Health Therapist
- Helicopter Rides
- Horse and Pony rides
- Squash court
- Trout Fishing
- Special Precautions:
- Hikers to be prepared for rapid changes of weather and extreme conditions
- Before hiking the Mountain Rescue Register must be completed
- The nearest towns which have a full range of services are Bergville and Winterton which are both 50 kms away
- Pets are not permitted into the reserve
Gate Times
| Gate Times | Summer (Oct-Mar) |
Winter (Apr-Sep ) |
| Gates Open | 05:00 | 06:00 |
| Gates Close | 19:00 | 18:00 |
| Gates Close Night before public holiday, long weekend and on a Friday |
21:00 | 21:00 |
Office Hours
The office is open from 07h00 to 19h00
Check in / out
Check Out Time: 10h00
Check In Time: 14h00
