Divided, for reference' sake, into three sections, the north contains the group of mountains known collectively as the 'amphitheatre', whilst the central is by far the most popular part of the region. Usually the two tend to be lumped into one areas, but the central Drakensberg features a number of famous peaks that include Champagne Castle, Cathedral Peak, Monk's Cowl and Giants Castle. Collectively they make up one of the highest hiking places in the country and boast the most incredible views, enviable skies, open spaces, sheer rock faces, caves and waterfalls enough to make up for lives overindulged in indoor, work-focused lifestyles.

The central Drakensberg is regarded as the most attractive part of the range of mountains, certainly there is more Drakensberg accommodation and more action in these parts, and it is usually the first to feel the effects of winter, with gleaming white peaks after an icy chill.