Mike's Pass is a rough, high altitude, 4x4 pass in the Drakensberg in KZN. You will be rewarded with incredible views and mountain top fresh air to invigorate your senses. Snow in winter is common, in which case the pass will probably be closed to the public. Some sections have concrete strips.
STOP PRESS: 24.4.2024
The pass has been reopened to 4x4 and 4x2 vehicles with difflock on the proviso of getting a permit at Didima.
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