What are the critical aspects when it comes to Drakensberg Hiking Safety? So I have decided to go against my usual proverbial writing grain, given the topic of conversation, and keep this article on Drakensberg Hiking Safety a lot more formal than I usually do. The Drakensberg is an incredibly beautiful environment, but can quickly become hostile and dangerous. Hikers should always be aware of all the possible scenarios in a mountain environment and know how to overcome them. Follow the the age old philosophy of 'prepare for the worst', especially if you are hiking alone in the mountains. Mountain Wisdom=knowledge + Experience I have been involved in guided hikes commercially in the Drakensberg for over 15 years. I started hiking at the tender age of 10. My brother and I used to spend many days exploring the various routes and areas of the Barrier of Spears. As I grew older, we expanded our adventurous spirit to include many more challenging multi day hikes. And of course, as the hikes multiplied, so did the probability of something going wrong. And of course, when it comes to mountains, its not a case of if, but when. I had read all the books on mountaineering, navigation and surviving in the wild, but nothing compares to the actual experience of something going wrong. And so my baptism of fire in the Drakensberg began. There was many a trip that I got lost, couldn't find water, nearly died of Hypothermia due to insufficient clothing or overestimated my physical capability. But I endured. And with this I started to learn, to evolve and slowly gain an incredible amount of wisdom with regards to Drakensberg hiking safety. 20 years later and my compounded experiences in the Drakensberg, Kilimanjaro, Alps, Himalayas, Andes and Russia have given me
What are the critical aspects when it comes to Drakensberg Hiking Safety? So I have decided to go against my usual proverbial writing grain, given the topic of conversation, and keep this article on Drakensberg Hiking Safety a lot more formal than I usually do. The Drakensberg is an incredibly beautiful environment, but can quickly