
Southern Africa Hikes
South Africa, Lesotho, and Namibia offer diverse hiking experiences across various regions. In South Africa, the Drakensberg Mountains provide challenging trails with stunning panoramic views, while the Garden Route boasts coastal paths with lush forests and pristine beaches. Lesotho, known for its rugged terrain, offers unique high-altitude hikes through the Maluti Mountains. Namibia's landscapes vary from the arid Namib Desert, where hikers can explore sand dunes and ancient rock formations, to the Etosha National Park, where wildlife encounters add excitement to the trails.

Tsitsikamma Hiking Trail
Embark on an unforgettable adventure along the Tsitsikamma Trail, a world-renowned hiking route tha…

Outeniqua Hiking Trail
The Outeniqua Trail, a captivating six-night hiking odyssey, weaves its way through the lush tapest…

The Whale Trail
The Whale Trail, a coastal gem nestled within the De Hoop Nature Reserve, offers an unforgettable h…

Waterkloof Hiking Trial, Baviaanskloof
The Waterkloof Hiking Trail is situated within the Baviaanskloof Hartland, a region renowned for it…

The Otter Trail
The Otter Trail, one of South Africa's most iconic and oldest hiking trails, winds its way along th…

Lindani Hiking Trails
Discover Lindani's captivating landscape through its exceptional hiking trails. Traverse open savan…

De Wildt Adventure Trails
Nestled within the breathtaking Magaliesberg Mountains, near the picturesque Hartbeespoort, De Wild…

!Xerry Wilderness Hiking Trail
The !Xerry Wilderness Hiking Trail, named after the diminutive steenbok (also known as the !Xerry i…

The Leopard Trail
Immerse yourself in the untamed beauty of the Baviaanskloof World Heritage Site Wilderness Reserve…

Fanie Botha Hiking Trail, Sabie
The Fanie Botha Hiking Trail, a multi-day hiking experience in the Sabie area of Mpumalanga, South…

B’sorah Trails
Situated near the majestic Magaliesberg Mountains and the historical Hartbeespoort Dam, B’sorah far…

Semonkong Lodge Hiking Trails
Semonkong Lodge, nestled amidst the breathtaking Maluti Mountains of Lesotho, offers a unique blend…

Cedric's Pool Hike
The pool is apparently named after Cedric Biggs, a former leader of the Mountain Backpackers Club…

Diamond Discovery Trail
The Diamond Discovery Trail meanders along approximately 50km, from east to west along what is know…

Namaqua Flower Hunt Hiking Trail
Jakkalswater Gasteplaas is a nature-focused retreat located about 13 kilometers outside of Spr…

Namaqua Silver Sands Trail
Embark on an unforgettable 5-night, 6-day slack-packing adventure along the stunning West Coast of…

Schaap River Canyon Hike
Discover the Hidden Gems of the Schaap River Canyon
Embark on a transformative five-day, fully-cat…

Kalahari Red Dune Hiking
Embark on a Kalahari Adventure
Experience the magic of the Kalahari Red Dune Route, where stunning…

Richtersveld Hiking Tour
A 6-Day Adventure in South Africa's Extreme Desert
Embark on a thrilling 6-day hiking adventure th…

Rhebok / Ribbok Hiking Trail
The Ribbok Trail is the flagship trail in Golden Gate. The route, which covers a horizontal distanc…

Cathedral Cave Hike
The Cathedral Cave Trail is a hidden gem within Golden Gate Highlands National Park. This trail tak…

Wodehouse Peak Hike
Wodehouse Peak was named after Sir Philip Edmond Wodehouse, the Governer of the Cape Coloney i…

Mushroom Rock Hike
The trail to Mushroom Rock is the least spectacular in Golden Gate. It should only take 50 minutes…

Echo Ravine Hike
Echo Ravine is one of the most picturesque short routes in Golden Gate Highlands National Park. Sta…

Boskloof Hike
The route to Boskloof (Afrikaans for Bush Gorge) is a short, easy back-and-forth trail starting fro…

Holkrans Hike
As the name suggests, Holkrans (Afrikaans for “Hollow Cliff”) is a huge cavern in the vast (~50m hi…

Brandwag Buttress Hike
No visit to Golden Gate would be complete without a hike to the top of Brandwag Buttress (Afrikaans…

Witsieshoek Lodge to Gudu Falls
A 3.6 km hike to the top of Gudu Falls via the “Crack” with an elevation drop of 263m along the way…

Tankwa Camino
Embark on a contemporary interpretation of the "Great Trek," the Tankwa Camino, and immerse yoursel…

Elandsberg Trail
The Elandsberg Trail is a rewarding 7.4-kilometer journey through the heart of the Tankwa Karoo Nat…

Lilydale Rest Camp Trail
The Lilydale Rest Camp Trail offers a serene 7-kilometer walk through the diverse landscapes of Mok…

Amphitheatre, Tugela Falls via Chain Ladder Pass
The Chain Ladder is one of the easiest hikes as far as Berg passes go. This trail is also the most…

Chain Ladder Pass, Tugela Falls & Beacon Buttress Gully
A circular day hike starting at Sentinal Car Park and up to the Chain Ladder which is one of the ea…

Mount Perazim Hiking Trail (Cannibal Hiking Trail)
The widely known and well-loved Cannibal Trail has undergone a name change to Mount Perazim Hiking…

Tok Tokkie Trails
The Tok Tokkie Trails are a series of guided hiking trails in the NamibRand Nature Reserve in Namib…

Sporekrans Hiking Trail
The Sporekrans hiking trail is another example of a trail that opens up the Kaleidoscope of diversi…

Naukluft Hiking Trail
The Naukluft Hiking Trail is a challenging and rewarding adventure through the rugged and beautiful…

Waterkloof Trail, Naukluft
The Waterkloof Trail, a 17km circuit, is a challenging day hike starting from the Naukluft Camp in…

Olive Trail, Naukluft
The Olive Trail, a 10km loop hike in Namibia's Namib-Naukluft National Park, offers a challenging y…

Sorris Sorris Hiking Safari
The Sorris Sorris Hiking Safari is a unique opportunity to explore the stunning landscapes of Damar…

Nyae Nyae Bushman Hiking Safari
The Nyae Nyae Bushman Hiking Safari is a 4-day, fully catered hiking adventure that takes you throu…

Wüstenquell Hiking Safari
The Wüstenquell Hiking Safari is a 3-day, 40km slackpacking hike through the Namib Naukluft Park in…

Fish River Canyon Hiking Trail
The Fish River Canyon, Namibia's grandest natural wonder, is a sight to behold. Its sheer scale and…

Khomas Hochland Hiking Trail
The Khomas Hochland Hiking Trail is a multi-day trek through the rugged and picturesque landscapes…

Etendeka Hiking Trail
The Etendeka Hiking Trail is a multi-day guided walking adventure through the remote and stunning l…

Big Daddy Dune
Soaring 325 meters above the desert floor, Big Daddy is the undisputed king of the Sossusvlei dunes…

Waterberg Plateau Loop
The Waterberg Plateau Loop is a scenic hiking trail that offers stunning views of the Waterberg Pla…

Spitzkoppe: The Matterhorn of Africa Trails
Spitzkoppe Nature Reserve offers a variety of hiking trails to suit different fitness levels and in…

The Namib100 Hike
Forget Ordinary Hikes. Conquer the Namib100.
The Namib100 isn't your everyday walk in the park. It…

The Kuiseb90 Hike
Experience the Kuiseb90
Pristine. Untouched. Unspoiled. Untamed. The Kuiseb90 is a five-day, 90-ki…

Damaraland Camino
The Damaraland Camino is a 6-day, 5-night guided hiking adventure through the breathtaking landscap…

Oorlogskloof Rock Pigeon Trial
Are you ready for an epic 5-day, 52km hiking adventure? The Oorlogskloof Rock Pigeon Trail, nestled…

Bloemhof Karoo - Great Karoo Meanders
Nestled amidst the rugged beauty of the Northern Cape's Great Karoo, Bloemhof Karoo is a historic h…

Giant's Cup Trail
The Giants Cup trail is the only established trail in the Drakensberg. The hike is over 5 days (and…

Tarn Cave Hike
Tarn Cave is a great cave to stay overnight in the Bushman's Nek area. The hike is 8.9km's to the c…

The Sphinx Hike
A moderate walk from Monks Cowl of 2.4 km and elevation of 312 m to the Sphinx passing Crystal fall…

Giant's Castle Pass
One of the most identifiable passes of the Drakensberg Mountains, Giant's Castle Pass is a steep, r…

Sphinx Hiking Trail, Moolmanshoek
The Sphinx Trail, nestled within the picturesque Moolmanshoek Private Game Reserve in the Eastern F…

Waterkloof Hiking Trial, Moolmanshoek
The Waterkloof Trail, nestled within the Moolmanshoek Private Nature and Game Reserve in the Easter…

Thamathu Cave Hike
A moderately severe 4-5 hrs hike (10 km's) This hike follows a well-defined path on the northern fl…

Langberg Breakaway and Hiking Trails
Discover the serene beauty and warm hospitality of the Eastern Free State at Langberg Breakaway in…

Thamathu Cave & Lammergeier Cave Hike
A circular 3 day hike in the Bushman's Nek area. Day 1 is a moderately severe 4-5 hrs hik…

Lesoba Guest Farm and Hiking Trails
Lesoba Guest Farm offers a range of on-site activities:
Hiking Trails: Explore three scenic trai…

Whyte's Cave & Secret Cave Hike
A portion of this hike has no path to follow. On the first day starting at Bushman's Nek we walked…

Sediba Hiking Trail
The Sediba Hiking Trail is located near the tranquil village of Memel in the northeastern Free Stat…

Mosemane Guest Farm and Hiking Trails
Located at the foothills of the Maluti Mountains in the Eastern Free State, Mosemane Guest Farm is…

Thwane Bush Camp
Situated amidst the breathtaking hills of the Vredefort Dome World Heritage Site, Thwane Bush Camp…

Imla Guest Farm
IMLA, a name rooted in the Hebrew meaning "Whom God will replenish," embodies the spirit of renewal…

Caracal Cave Hike
Caracal Cave easily accommodates 8 people and is approximately 5.2km's from the Highmoor Reserve pa…

Mzimkulwana Hut and Lakes Cave Hike
A stunning 3-day hike. If you want a moderately easy hike, enjoy seeing Bushman Paintings with the…

Gxalingenwa Cave Circular Hike
12.5 km's (5 hours) from Pholela Hut to Gxalingenwa Cave and 11.5 km (4 hours) return via Pinnacle…

Sleeping Beauty Cave Hike
An easy 2 hour hike over 3.7 km with a total uphill of 381m. The cave is huge and offers excellent…

Rhino Peak (Thaba Ngcobo) Hike
An difficult 20km hike which takes roughly 5 hours to the Rhino Peak with a total uphill of 1 236m…

Pillar Cave Hike
A great family day hike to Pillar Cave where you can have lunch at the cave while enjoying the stun…

Sani Pass Hike
A difficult 8 hour hike (16 km's) The hike up the pass begins in the car park 5.5 km past Sani Moun…

The Litsumi Cave Trail, Maliba Lodge
The Litsumi Cave Trail in Tsehlanyane National Park is a challenging 8.4km return hike that rewards…

Sehlabathebe Lodge Hike
The Bushmans Nek to Sehlabathebe Lodge hike is a challenging yet rewarding journey through the maje…

The Circular Route, Maliba Lodge
Embark on a demanding 13km hike that ascends to a breathtaking 2626 meters above sea level. This st…

Canine Camino
The Canine Camino is a slack pack hiking along the coast with your dog is a wonderful way to explor…

The Waterfall Trail, Maliba Lodge
The Waterfall Trail at Maliba Lodge is a challenging yet rewarding hike that takes you through dive…

The Upper Trail to Black Pool, Maliba Lodge
The Upper Trail to Black Pool at Maliba Lodge offers a challenging yet rewarding hiking experience…

The Lower Trail to Black Pool, Maliba Lodge
The Maliba Lower Trail to Black Pool is a serene 3.1km (1.9-mile) walk that takes approximately 1 h…

Malealea Lodge Hiking Trails
Malealea Lodge offers a diverse range of hiking trails to suit every adventurer, from leisurely str…

Sani Mountain Escape to Thabana Ntlenyana Hike
Thabana Ntlenyana is the highest mountain in Southern Africa, standing at a majestic 3,482 meters (…

Klipspringer Hiking Trail - Augrabies Falls
The Klipspringer Hiking Trail is situated in the Augrabies Falls National Park is situated in the N…

Riemvasmaak Hot Springs
Riemvasmaak (pronounced ‘rim fus maack’) means ‘tighten the strap’ or ‘tied with straps’. Early in…

Kamiesberg Adventures
The Kamiesberg mountain range stretches for about 140km from Garies in the south to Springbok in th…

Windpomp to Windpomp Hike
A four day hike starting form Kalkfontein Guest House. We'll all meet at Leeu Gamka petro…
