Giant's Castle is a rugged and remote landmark known for its  dramatic rock massif landscape. It gets its name from the shape of the peaks and escarpment which gives the illusion of a sleeping giant. In 1903, it was proclaimed a reserve mainly for the protection of the dwindling eland population of the Drakensberg. Today, Giant's Castle is a home for over 600 eland, but also for reedbucks and many spices of birds such as the bearded vulture. This landmark is also known for the bushman rock art that can be find in its old caves. There are many hiking opportunities offering spectacular and dramatic panorama views. From few hours walk to days walk, Giant's Castle counts more than twenty hikes which suit all levels, amateur, professional or serious hiker.

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There is a variety of self-guided day walks accessible from the entrance gate of Giant's Castle. You can buy a map of the trails in the office. For the hiking lovers, there is also magnificent hiking trails which take several days to achieve.

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Champagne Pools : 3km, 1 hour, easy

River Walk : 3km, 1h30, easy 

Main Caves Museum : 3.5km, 3 hours, easy 

Berg view : 5km, 2 hours, easy

Grysbuck Bush : 8km, 3h30, moderate

World's view : 14km, 4h30, moderate 

Meander Hut : 14km, 5 hours,moderate

The Lakes : 14km, 5 hours, moderate

Centenary Hut : 10km, 5 hours, difficult

Giant's Hut (via Giant's Ridge) : 19km, 7h30, difficult 
Langalibalele Pass : 28.8km, 10 hours, difficult

Giant's Castle Pass : 30km, 2 days, difficult

Giant's Cup : 60km, 5 days, moderate

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