Best trails in Royal Natal National Park
Want to find the best trails in Royal Natal National Park for an adventurous hike or a family trip? AllTrails has 2 great trails for hiking and more. Enjoy hand-curated trail maps, along with reviews and photos from nature lovers like you.
Ready for your next hike or bike ride? We've got you covered, with trails ranging from 1,984 to 2,470 feet in elevation gain. Whatever you have planned for the day, you can find the perfect trail for your next trip to Royal Natal National Park.
Top trails
1
(496)
•Hard
•7.0 mi
•Est. 4h 37m
This hike takes you to the top of Tugela Falls. You’ll be climbing up the Amphitheatre via the famous chain ladders, and looking out over its impressive valley floor, almost 1 km (~ 0.62 miles) below.
Tugela Falls is the world’s highest waterfall, plunging a whopping 948 m ( 3,110 ft) off of the Mont-Aux-Sources plateau into the valley below. It’s not 1 drop though, rather 5 leaps. Tugela Falls gets its name from the Zulu word “Thukela”, meaning “sudden”.
2
(27)
•Hard
•6.8 mi
•Est. 4h 3m
From Thendele take the path past Tiger Falls to the Gudu Bush. Soon after the stream is crossed a path to the left will be seen which leads to these magnificent falls. Continue on past the turn to the Mudslide and into the forest. Turn right at the signpost and follow the steep path above and out of sight of the stream for about I600 metres, when the Gudu Falls will be reached.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to hike in Royal Natal National Park?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike in Royal Natal National Park is Tugela Falls Hike via Sentinel Peak, which has a 4.8 star rating from 496 reviews. This trail is 7.0 mi long with an elevation gain of 2,470 ft.
What is the longest trail in Royal Natal National Park?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail in Royal Natal National Park is Tugela Falls Hike via Sentinel Peak. This trail is estimated to be 7.0 mi long.
How many trails are in Royal Natal National Park?
There are 2 trails in Royal Natal National Park. These trails have an average 4.6-star rating from 529 AllTrails community reviews.
Which trail has the most elevation gain in Royal Natal National Park?
If you're looking for elevation gain, Royal Natal National Park has you covered. Tugela Falls Hike via Sentinel Peak boasts the most elevation gain with 2,470 ft of total ascent. The park's runner-up is Thendele Camp to Gudu Falls Pool, which will get you 1,984 ft of elevation gain.
Are there running trails available in Royal Natal National Park?
According to AllTrails.com, there is 1 running trail in Royal Natal National Park which is Thendele Camp to Gudu Falls Pool with an average 4.4 star rating from 27 community reviews.