Confirm the current booking, start point, route description and access arrangements with the operator before travelling.
- Day 1: Begin from the Bermanzi side and hike for roughly five to six hours with your tent and overnight supplies down into the Bankspruit gorge. Camp in the designated primitive site in the indigenous woodland beside the stream.
- Day 2: Follow the Bankspruit for approximately four hours towards Uitkoms (Bridal) Falls, then take the uphill route back to the trail's starting area.
The route is strenuous, particularly when carrying a loaded pack. Do not assume that an older online description represents the current trail alignment or water conditions.
What to expect
This is a genuine backcountry-style overnight: bring a small tent, sleeping gear, food, water treatment or sufficient drinking water, lighting, weather protection and a first-aid kit. The remote camp has no developed services, so hikers must leave no trace and carry out all waste.
Expect a long descent into the gorge, walking beside the river, uneven natural terrain and a sustained climb out on day two. The stream and pools are scenic features, but conditions and water levels must be assessed on the day. Do not attempt unsafe crossings or enter the route in flood conditions.
