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The Giants Cup Hiking Trail

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Southern Drakensberg, KwaZulu-Natal Giant’s What? A suitably fantastical name. When I first heard of this hike, it conjured storybook images of Jack and the Beanstalk, eliciting memories of fantastic beasts and great adventures. It was a ‘quaint’ name for a hiking trail in Africa, far from the world of the Brothers Grimm.   The truth, […]

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Hodgson’s Peak (South) 3256m

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Lesotho: The Mountain Kingdom A Journey to Hodgson’s Peak Excited! The anticipation of an adventure often heightens the experience, and for many adventurers, the journey to Hodgson’s Peak begins with the exhilarating ride up the Sani Pass.   This iconic mountain pass, nestled between South Africa and Lesotho, offers a thrilling start to any hiking

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