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Located in the Southern Drakensberg, Underberg is a small village established in the late 1800’s. Situated on the foothills of the majestic Drakensberg mountains, Underberg is approximately 20 kms away from Lesotho, which can be accessed via the legendary Sani Pass.

Visitors to Underberg can enjoy a variety of activities, which include scenic drives in and around the uKhahlamba World Heritage site, walks and hikes for birding, wild flower, and rock art enthusiasts, excellent fly fishing, not to mention a number of sporting events which take place in the area.

The winter snowfalls are a major attraction during the winter months. If you would like to be notified when snowfalls are expected, please email us and we will put you on our Snow List. Please note that temperatures can and do fall below freezing from May – August and you should pack appropriate clothes for your visit. We will email you an expected weather forecast before you leave.

Calendar of Events for Underberg, Southern Drakensberg: (dates change from year to year)
January … Drakensberg Canoe Challenge
April (Easter Weekend) … Splashy Fen Music Festival
May … Sani2C Mountain Bike Race
June … Equestrian Eventing
July … Drak 250 Off Road Challenge
August … Various Polo Tournaments
September … Drak MTB Experience
October … Underberg Open Gardens and Mountain Mania Ultra Trail Run
November … Sani Stagger
For those who prefer more leisurely pursuits, there are a number of excellent spa’s in the area as well as at least half a dozen excellent eateries within the towns of Underberg and Himeville. The Underberg Cheesery, with its own selection of unique cheeses, is well worth a visit and of course your stay would not be complete without a visit to Pucketty Farm. For more information, maps and ideas visit the Southern Drakensberg Information Centre situated in the Clock Tower Centre in Underberg.
 
Drakensberg Golf
Drakensberg Gardens Hotel and  Restaurant
Located in the Southern Drakensberg, Underberg is a small village established in the late 1800’s. Situated on the foothills of the majestic Drakensberg mountains, Underberg is approximately 20 kms away from Lesotho, which can be accessed via the legendary Sani Pass.

Visitors to Underberg can enjoy a variety of activities, which include scenic drives in and around the uKhahlamba World Heritage site, walks and hikes for birding, wild flower, and rock art enthusiasts, excellent fly fishing, not to mention a number of sporting events which take place in the area.

The winter snowfalls are a major attraction during the winter months. If you would like to be notified when snowfalls are expected, please email us and we will put you on our Snow List. Please note that temperatures can and do fall below freezing from May – August and you should pack appropriate clothes for your visit. We will email you an expected weather forecast before you leave.

Calendar of Events for Underberg, Southern Drakensberg: (dates change from year to year)
Neighbours Windmill
Neighbours Dam