Our Story

A mountain range, a journey and a global brand,
the story of Drakensberg

A vision of exceptional craftsmanship, that combines ruggedness with sophistication, Drakensberg is an enduring symbol of the journey being more important than the destination. It is also a story of the bonds between three friends
from two continents – Daniel, Chris and Randhir.

The power of passion

The tale of Drakensberg began with the convergence of new opportunities, old friendships and the spirit of adventure that makes every journey so exciting. Drakensberg today, is the culmination of a spark of an idea that emerged from an antique luxury travel bag, inspiring the three friends to foresee it as a great opportunity to be a global brand.

How it all started

It was 10:00 AM, January 1st, 2012 when Daniel received a call. He picked up the phone and heard a familiar voice, with whom he had not spoken to in what felt like an eternity. It was Randhir, a family friend, global entrepreneur and an old business acquaintance of his father's. After wishing him a happy new year, the conversation soon turned to stories about journeys undertaken, destinations reached, people met and discoveries of self. Inherent in all this was the urge to do something, to imagine and create a brand for those who loved to travel. As befitting travellers, the two arrived in Delhi. It was a reunion of sorts with Randhir and somewhere between endless conversations, impromptu trips and the bag, the idea to start brand Drakensberg germinated, grew and took shape.

The evolution of a global brand

What began as a small business initiative for a friend has today become a global brand, recognized for its luxurious products, particularly for those with a discerning eye and refined taste. Daniel and Chris have taken the brand global. Randhir continues with his many different business verticals, from renewable energy mega projects to latest, best-practices sustainable agriculture and from real estate and IT to tech businesses.

They are committed to the cause of reducing the carbon footprint and a greener planet through environment-friendly practices. For them Drakensberg is more than a business or a bag. It is a keeper of all their journeys, destinations and memories, just as it can be yours.