South Africa · Trekking

2-Day Sterkhorn Trek from Monks Cowl via Blind Man's Corner

2 Days Round trip from Monks Cowl Hard pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Hike to the summit of Sterkhorn at 2973 m
02 Pass the amazing Sphinx and Cristal waterfalls en route
03 Camp overnight in tents near Blind Man's Corner
04 Trek through the mountain scenery of Monks Cowl Nature Reserve

Set out on a 2-day trek from Monks Cowl Nature Reserve through the dramatic landscapes of the Drakensberg. Along the way, pass the amazing Sphinx and Cristal waterfalls, camp overnight near Blind Man's Corner, and continue to the summit of Sterkhorn at 2973 m. This shared hiking experience combines scenic mountain trails, tented camping, and a rewarding summit climb in uKhahlamba-Drakensberg Park.

Along the way, pass the amazing Sphinx and Cristal waterfalls, camp overnight near Blind Man's Corner, and continue to the summit of Sterkhorn at 2973 m.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 2 Days

Tour type Shared

Activity level Hard

Accommodation Not included

Transport Not included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities uKhahlamba-Drakensberg Park, Giants Castle Game Reserve

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Monks Cowl Hike to Blind Man's Corner

Start your hike with your Drakensberg tour guide at Monks Cowl Nature Reserve around 2:30 pm.
Make your way towards Blind Man's Corner. During this hike, you will pass through Sphinx and Cristal waterfalls.
Have breakfast along the way. The hike will take about 3 to 3.5 hours to complete.
Pitch your tents and make sleeping arrangements before having dinner at the camp.

Day 02

Sterkhorn Summit Trek and Return

Have breakfast at the camp and start the hike at 7 am to reach the summit of Sterkhorn (2973 m). This trek will take about 2 to 2.5 hours.
Return to the camp to have lunch.
Head back to Monks Cowl Nature Reserve.

The route