It is surrounded by the natal Drakensberg Park, and visitors can choose to ride horses, fish, play golf and tennis, or flit over the peaks in the hotel's helicopter.  A labyrinth of paths explore the surrounding valleys and mountainous spurs. 

From the conservation office near the hotel, Mike's Pass climbs 500m in under 5km along a route that includes four abrupt corners and several steep gradients.  From the parking lot at the end of the road, motorists can enjoy a dramatic view of the high Berg.

Some of the most striking peaks are Cathedral Peak (3004m), Mlambonja Buttress (3007m), Cleft Peak (3281m), Outer Horn (3005m), the Bell (2930m) and Inner Horn (3005m).  Trails lead from the parking lot into Ndedema gorge, a delightful valley that protects the Drakensberg's largest indigenous forest and its greatest concentration of San rock art.  Many hikers regard Ndedema as the most spectacular of the Berg's many valleys.