Hiking Club - Footprint Club Bookings: Tel: 0861 5222 62 ext. 1153 Email: [email protected] Rapids Trail: A lovely new hike waiting to be explored in Mpumalanga, close to Belfast
Rapids Trail: A lovely new hike waiting to be explored in Mpumalanga, close to Belfast. Magnificent waterfalls, craggy rock peaks with shades of green forest and grassland. A great hike for the easy to moderate hikers.
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Makwekwe: If you love the bushveld and the Waterberg, this hike is for you! Gorgeous gorges, waterfalls and streams. A easy to moderate hike.
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Kloofendal: A beautiful easy to moderate morning walk in a stunning nature reserve, right in in the heart of Joburg - on your doorstep.
Modderfontein: A very easy but lovely walk in park like surroundings. A must for those who live in the city! Escape the concrete jungle.
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Frogs Trail: The closest, most beautiful hike close to Pretoria. Imagine cool shady picnic site, a river, forest and huge waterfall, massive gorge and cliff faces - this is it. You will feel like you are in a wilderness. This easy hike is a gem; for everyone!
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Rooikrans: A beautiful well-marked trail with good facilities. Lovely scenery, rock formations, kloofs and views. A perfect weekend for a family getaway close to Gauteng.
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Tonquani: For adventure-seekers and water-lovers - this trail is for you! Prescribed kloofing and swimming. Its all about excitement and having fun. Considered moderate.
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Kameelkop: If you want to experience the serenity and beauty of the platteland, then this is your hike. Climb the Kameelkop and hike through a diversity of landscapes. An easy to moderate backpack on a farm in the heart of the Free State.
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Rhenosterpoort: A very popular hike in the Waterberg bushveld. Stunning waterfalls, natural swimming pools and game. Easy to moderate hike. Perfect for families.
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Kranskloof: A circular hike to the top of the Magaliesberg and descend into a cool kloof. Families love this easy to moderate hike. There are other activities in the area to add.
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1 2 3 4 5 Summit backpack
6 Phalandin-gwe day walk,
Summit backpack
7 8 9 10 11 12 Mount Komati base camp
13 Mount Komati base camp
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17 18 19 Suiker-
boschfontein backpack, Magoebas-kloof, three-
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20 Suiker-
boschfontein backpack, Magoebas-kloof, three-
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21 Human Rights Day, Magoebas-kloof, three-day, backpack
22 23 Wolhu-
ter KNP backpack, Amatola backpack
24 Wolhu-ter KNP backpack, Amatola backpack
25 Good Friday Wolhuter KNP backpack, Amatola backpack
Summit: An awesome backpack in the Magaliesberg mountains. This hike traverses the peaks and ridges of the Kgaswane Nature Reserve. Opportunity to spot game. Moderate to difficult backpack. For those who like longer and more challenging hikes.
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Phalandingwe: This hike makes a good day outing for families and those new to hiking. A short and easy trail in brief sections of forest, grassland and river. Close to Pretoria.
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Mount Komati: A splendid beauty - especially if you like wildlife, views and pristine landscapes (river, forest, escarpment). A relaxing holiday in nature ... waiting to happen for you. Excellent facilities. A moderate hike for everyone.
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Suikerbosfontein: A popular backpack in Mpumalanga located just between the lowveld and the highveld. Walk along and through gorgeous gorges and across rolling valleys. Historical site. Hikers love the accommodation. Moderate hike.
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Mountain Sanctuary: A comfortable family resort in the Magaliesburg, close to home. Follow a trail into the mountains. Opportunities for swimming. You can hike if you want to or you can stay put.
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Wolhuter: A wilderness hike in the famous Kruger National Park. An adventure loaded with possibility. Eight hikers, a guide and the big five. Book fast. An easy to moderate hike in undulating terrain.
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Magoebaskloof: A three day backpack in indigenous forest, lovely streams and waterfalls. Sleep in log cabins. Mountainscapes. Moderate backpack in gorgeous scenery.
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Amatola: This is a famous backpack you must do. Traverse mountains, forests and peaks in the Eastern Cape. For the adventure-seeker.
Hennops: A splendid hike that follows a river and along the Skurweberg mountains. Chance to view game. Fun river crossing. Close to Pretoria / Midrand. Easy to moderate and suitable for the whole family.
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Holhoek: Forget the rides at Gold Reef city, go to Holhoek. Expect ladders, caving and climbing. Be careful to take this hike if you're afraid of heights. Stunning. For the young at heart and everyone else. Moderate.
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Ribbokloof: A charming beauty near Loskop Dam, close to Gauteng. Very comfortable with resort-like amenities. Made for the whole family. An underrated easy hike
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Uitkyk: A very steep steady climb leads you to the best view point close to Pretoria - a real "uitkyk". Awesome circular route above the Hartbeespoort Dam. A moderate hike.
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Uitsoek: A backpack to remember - one day ascending one day descending; but the scenery is absolutely awesome. Climb the Eastern Drakensberg escarpment. Let the forests and mountains take your breath away. Considered moderate to difficult.
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Mnweni: If you want to do the best hike in the berg - this is it. Be dazzled and inspired as you climb up the escarpment to the source of the mighty Orange River. A wilderness hike - take everything you need and leave only footprints. This hike is difficult.
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Olifants Gorge: This hike will take you into a wilderness where you will experience nature at its best - a real escape from the city. Wildlife abounds. A moderate backpack close to Gauteng.
Windy Brow: An easy and enjoyable hike for everyone. Game viewing and very close to Pretoria. A must for the whole family.
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Frogs Trail: The closest, most beautiful hike close to Pretoria. Imagine cool shady picnic site, a river, forest and huge waterfall, massive gorge and cliff faces - this is it. You will feel like you are in a wilderness. This easy hike is a gem; for everyone!
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Khomas Hochland: This is NOT an easy walk!! The trail follows into the Khomas Hochland mountains and through valleys with beautiful views and game to see. The trail has a few big and steep inclines/declines, some moderate to difficult rock scrambling and rocky paths. Extensive use of hands is required. Namibia.
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Wathaba: Thick green lush forest interlinked with cool streams and stunning waterfalls. Accommodation is uniquely homely and very comfortable. Scenery is 10/10. A fine family hike considered moderate.
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Kransberg: Hike with the Vultures! A delightful hike adjacent to Marakele Game Reserve. Climb up mountains, walk along streams deep in the bushveld. Considered a moderate hike.
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Spitskop: OK, so you've done many hikes before and are looking for something different OR you want to spoil yourself, go on a trail and sit around a campfire telling your stories! Try this basecamp. Hike with a guide through big game territory in the heart of an appealing wilderness close to Gauteng.
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Naukluft: Eight days of walking in a wilderness, in rough terrain, through gorges - in a remote area of Namibia. Conquer the Naukluft Mountains. A very special backpack. For the adventure-seeker.
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Fish River: Hike in the second largest canyon in the world - or the largest canyon in Africa. Sleep under the stars, literally. Follow the mighty Fish River as it meanders through the desert. A hike that cannot be missed. Moderate.
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1 Fish River backpack
2 Fish River backpack
3 Fish River backpack
4 Rustig base
camp or day walk
5 Rustig base
camp or day walk
6 7 8 9 10 11 Blue Wildebeest base camp
12 Blue Wildebeest
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13 14 15 16 Youth Day Royal Natal NP base camp (campsite)
17 Royal Natal NP base camp (campsite)
18 Royal Natal NP base camp (campsite), Groenkloof NR base camp
19 Fort Klapperkop day walk from Groenkloof NR, Royal Natal NP base camp (campsite)
Rustig: This hike has everything - mountains, bush and game reserve. Very comfortable accommodation with swimming pool in camp. Professional Chef on call if you need a meal. Close to Gauteng and considered moderate. A great experience overall.
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Blue Wildebeest: Hike in lovely hills and valleys. Lots of streams, pools for swimming. Game viewing. A super family weekend getaway for the whole family. Considered easy.
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Royal Natal National Park: Set up your tent at base camp. First day we hike 11km to a tunnel like gorge, pebbles and cool pools, into a valley with cool forest canopy above - and return. Second day up the crack and down the mudslide, literally. Hike on the third day too. This is an exquisite weekend hike. For photographers. Dreamscapes Moderate for the whole family.
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Groenkloof Nature Reserve: In the heart of Pretoria - a game reserve with Sable, Ostrich, Zebra, Wildebeest, Kudu, etc. A very popular 13+km hike. Definitively for everyone. If you haven't done it - do it now! You will enjoy the trail.
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Rhebok Golden Gate: Check out the cover page of this calendar - if this inspires you, book it now! The cover page is the view on day two. Against a backdrop of massive sandstone Cliffs. The Rhebok backpack should be on your bucket list. Considered moderate to difficult.
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Fort Klapperkop: Explore the city like never before. Are you interested in heritage? Do you want to have an enjoyable morning walk with charming views, very close to home? Try this hike. A new hike on the calendar. Easy for you!
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1 2 Botshe-belo day walk & link to Ezemvelo base camp
3 Ezemvelo base camp
4 5 6 7 8 9 Wag-n-Bietjie (Bela Bela) base camp
10 Wag-n-Bietjie (Bela Bela) base camp
11 12 13 14 15 16 Klipkraal base camp & link to Suiker-bosrand day walk
Botshebelo: Hike in the cultural heartland of Mpumalanga - place where the sun rises. A nice hike in the Olifants River valley. View ancient cycads. Moderate for families.
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Ezemvelo: A hike in a game reserve. Walk across grassy plains amongst animals until you reach a gorge. Wonderful hike close to home. For the whole family.
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Klipkraal: This hike is close to Gauteng, has good facilities and comfortable accommodation. Long walks in the hills and highveld. Game spotting and bird watching. Easy to moderate walks. Definitely for everyone.
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Wag-n-Bietjie: This hike is charming, located in the bushveld. Game viewing and mountains. A wonderful weekend vacation. Easy to moderate hiking.
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Cycad: Hike in the Olifants River Valley with some of the largest Cycads in the world. The overnight camp is situated high up in the cliffs where eagles nest. An enjoyable experience on your doorstep. Popular hike that is considered moderate.
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Suikerbosrand: Hike in the largest nature reserve in Joburg. Protea covered hills and grassy valleys. Game viewing on trail. Very popular. Easy to moderate for the whole family. Close fun for your.
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Korannaberg: Splendid beauty. Hike up the Holkrans and sleep up high. Game watching whilst walking. A nice weekend treat. Moderate.
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1 2 3 4 5 6 Malolotja
backpack
7 Walter Sisulu day walk,
Malolotja
backpack
8 Malolotja
backpack
9 Women's
Day Malolotja backpack
10 11 12 13 Grey Rhebok base camp
14 Grey Rhebok base camp
15 16 17 18 19 20 Club get-together share your hiking story
Malalotja: A wilderness experience in Swaziland mountains. You will need a tent. Beautiful waterfalls, alive with possibility, an awesome experience. Moderate backpack.
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Grey Rhebok: A basecamp hike in Mpumalanga. Ancient indigenous forest and mountain. Very homely and warm accommodation. A great weekend outing for the family. Book now.
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A fun afternoon just for you. Share your exciting hiking experience and stories. Learn about hiking here!
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Vergezient: Hike in the foothills of the Drakensberg. Closest to Gauteng. Great hikes in scenic surrounds. Views take your breath away. A must do hike. Moderate hiking for the family.
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Walter Sisulu Botanical Gardens: Pack a picnic basket and take a morning outing, with a short hike included - surrounded by botanical marvels. Easy.
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Foothold: Hike up a chain ladder in the Magaliesberg. This hike has awesome views. Those with a fear of heights may be challenged. Moderate to difficult.
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1 2 3 4 Fountain Gulley day hike
5 6 7 8 9 10 Bermanzi base camp Rust de Winter – Kayaking
Fountain Gully: A moderate hike that takes you up to the top of the Magaliesberg and done into a gulley-like kloof. A really nice outing. Views are superb.
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Bermanzi: Situated in the vicinity of the famous Num Num trail. Look for game and Nguni cattle. Views are outstanding. Accommodation is very comfortable for hikers. The hikes are moderate but suitable for the whole family.
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Rust de Winter: Ok this is not a hike but a kayak around a bushveld dam. You need a kayak (or borrow one). We will kayak slowly and have lots of breaks. Start early and spot game and stunning birdlife. Easy.
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Berghuim: Deep in the Magaliesberg you will find this rustic resort. A great setting for a hike and exploration. Located near a superb kloof. Moderate to difficult but fun.
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Dome Pools: Hike up a valley in the Magaliesberg mountains, to some of its best natural swimming pools. A must for the whole family - easy hiking. You will enjoy the trail.
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Ezemvelo: A hike in a game reserve. Walk across grassy plains amongst animals until you reach a gorge. Wonderful hike close to home. For the whole family.
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1 2 Hennops day walk
3 4 5 6 7 8 Skeurkrans base camp
9 Skeurkrans base camp
10 11 12 13 14 15 Footprint Party: Mooi-plasie base camp special
Hennops: A splendid hike that follows a river and along the Skurweberg mountains. Chance to view game. Fun river crossing. Close to Pretoria / Midrand. Easy to moderate and suitable for the whole family.
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Skeurkrans: Located in the Waterberg and bushveld. A short walk leads you to basecamp. This enchanting hike is outstanding. You are encapsulated by the Skeurkrans at all times. Listen to the sounds of the night. A moderate hike for the whole family.
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Mooiplasie: A nice hike in the Dinokeng area. Game viewing and bird watching. A home away from home where you are warmly welcomed. A holiday and hike in one. Facilities are excellent. After the hike enjoy a swim at camp. Large rock pythons have been recorded here. Easy hiking for everyone.
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Waterkloof: Tackle a mountain and sleep in a cave. Look for game and raptors. Quite a good hike in the Eastern Free State. A moderate hike.
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Bokkraal: This is a delightful hike. Crystal clear streams, forests and game. Tufa falls. Farmstyle - but go back 60 years in time. You will love it here. Easy hiking for everyone.
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1 2 3 4 5 Queen Roze backpack,
Frogs Trail base camp
6 Frogs Trail base camp,
Queen Roze backpack
7 8 9 10 11 12 Goedge-
dacht base camp
13 Goedge-
dacht base camp
14 15 16 17 18 19 Witsies-hoek: Sentinel base camp
20 Witsies-hoek: Sentinel base camp
21 22 23 24 25 26 Bushbuck Hills base camp
27 Bushbuck Hills base camp
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Frogs Trail: The closest, most beautiful hike close to Pretoria. Imagine cool shady picnic site, a river, forest and huge waterfall, massive gorge and cliff faces - this is it. You will feel like you are in a wilderness. This easy hike is a gem; for everyone!
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Queen Roze: The trail is situated in appealing forestscapes. It runs along rivers and streams all the way. Waterfalls will surprise you. Lots of interesting things to see. You will feel exhilarated. a moderate hike.
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Goedgedacht: The well marked trails are situated on a picturesque farm. Game viewing. Cliffs, river and bush. Great for families and first timers. Easy hiking.
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Bushbuck Hills: A bush camp and bushveld experience. Hike amongst game and stop at waterholes. Descend down a chain ladder into a gorge. A nice surprise at your doorstep, close to Gauteng. Super for families.
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Witsieshoek: A hike to Mont-aux-Sources; hike up the chain ladder to the source of the Tugela River. The hike is one long day day but the views are unmatched. There are other optional activities. Moderate.
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1 2 3 4 Melville Koppies day walk
5 6 7 8 9 10 Slagt-
hoek base camp
11 Slagt-
hoek base camp
12 13 14 15 16 Day of Reconciliation Chokka Trail slackpack
17 Swart-berg backpack,
Chokka Trail slackpack
18 Braam-
fonteinspruit day walk, Swart-berg backpack Chokka Trail slackpack
19 Swart- berg backpack,
Chokka Trail slackpack
20 Swart- berg backpack
21 22 Perle-moen slackpack
23 Perle-moen slackpack
24 Heritage Day Perle-moen slackpack
25 Christ-mas Day Perlemoen slackpack
26 Public Holiday
27 Tsitsik-amma backpack or slackpack
28 Tsitsik-amma backpack or slackpack
29 Tsitsik-amma backpack or slackpack
30 Tsitsik-amma backpack or slackpack
31 New Years Eve Tsitsikamma backpack or slackpack
Melville Koppies: Climb a koppie in the heart of Joburg; yes the city! Take time out and don't travel far. A bit of forest good for you. A delicate morning, easy hike.
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Chokka: Come on over to the Chokka Trail, has a cool name. This hike should be on your bucket list. "Fishing villages, rugged coastline, sand as far as the eye can see, a tidal river, fynbos" Calamari and a cruise? ok ok ok, convinced? Easy hiking for everyone.
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Slagthoek: This hike will take you into a wilderness where you will experience nature at its best - a real escape from the city. Wildlife abounds. A moderate backpack close to Gauteng.
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Swartberg: Set in the vacinity of the Cape's awesome mountain range. If you love the Swatberg Pass, you will be attracted to this wonderful hike. Mountainscapes for you. Facilities are good. Considered moderate to difficult.
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Perlemoen: South Africa's most Southern slackpack. A coastline hike in the rocky shores and fynbos, near Cape Agulhas and the famous shark diving spot at Gansbaai. A super holiday treat. Look for shells, watch for whales and swim. Fish and chips for supper. An easy hike.
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Tsitsikamma: You loved the Otters Trail - ok head for the mountains and walk in the South Africa's unique tall indigenous forests. Sea not close but the streams really make up for that. A nice hike to do over the festive season - for the whole family. Dreamscapes - photographers will be thrilled! A moderate hike.
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Braamfonteinspruit: A lovely meander between forests, streams and parks in Joburg. Hike in an urban conservancy - Joburg has the world's largest urban forest. You will be pleasantly surprised. Its far better than you think. Easy hike for everyone.
Otters trail: Ok, you wanna do the world famous hike. There are few words to describe this beautiful hike, rocky shores and hills to climb; and a river-mouth crossing that is not for the fainthearted. You must be a swimmer. Log cabins. Prepare for fun. It is on your bucket list, book early to avoid disappointment. Moderate.
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Kosi Bay: Spoil yourself. An amazing experience of water, sand, mud and forest fun. Find the famous Lala Palm wine. Opportunity for a fabulous snorkeling experience in a safe reef. The trails are guided and appealing. You will feel spoilt and comfortable. A boat ride is a bonus. Easy slackpack for everyone.
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Rhenosterpoort: A very popular hike in the Waterberg bushveld. Stunning waterfalls, natural swimming pools and game. Easy to moderate hike. Perfect for families.
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Frogs Trail: The closest, most beautiful hike close to Pretoria. Imagine cool shady picnic site, a river, forest and huge waterfall, massive gorge and cliff faces - this is it. You will feel like you are in a wilderness. This easy hike is a gem; for everyone!
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Korongo: Disappear into an enchanted valley for the weekend. You will love this hike. Accommodation is good. Swimming pool with slide. Game - yes yes yes (lions in an enclosure) Feel at home. A fun weekend base camp hike; suitable for the whole family. Easy.
