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Favourite Wilderness Quotes
I love hiking and being outdoors, and I found that nature gives far more than what it takes – the sense of freedom, the beauty, the simplicity of life, the physical challenges and the sense […]
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2-Day Hikes
Uitsoek Hiking Trail
Beauty: 3.5/5 Difficulty (fitness): 8/10 (Graded 9 on Day 1 and 6 on Day 2) Technical rating of trail: Standard trail walking, but strenuous. The Uitsoek Hiking Trail is situated in the Mpumalanga Lowveld, close to […]
Gear Reviews
Review: Naturehike Cloud Up 2 Ultralight Tent
The first thing you notice about the Cloud Up 2 tent is how small and light it is when packed, weighing in at only 1,5kg (or 750g per person). It fits squarely in the ultralight […]
2-Day Hikes
Sporekrans Hiking Trail
Beauty: 4/5 Difficulty: 6/10 (Many ascents and descents) Technical Rating: The trail runs near edges over heights. There are many unprotected bridges and ladders. One is required to use chains to hold on in some […]
News & Articles
Holly’s Rescue
After the tragic mountain-related incidents that have happened over the course of the last week, Hiking South Africa has one small story of hope that reminds all mountain lovers of the importance of community and […]
News & Articles
The Himalayas | Part 2
Distance: 14.9km Vertical altitude gain: 970m/3200ft Price of a 1 liter water in: Kathmandu: Rs50 (Nepalese rupees) Namche Bazaar: Rs150 Dingboche: Rs200 Duration: 2 days Namche Bazaar We’re up early for a sunrise shoot at […]
5-Day Hikes
The Whale Trail
Beauty: 4.5/5 – The trail traverses through varied terrain, from some of the most pristine fynbos mountain areas, to striking orange cliffs that offer unparalleled views across the Indian ocean, to long stretches along blinding-white […]
5-Day Hikes
Swellendam Hiking Trail
Beauty: 4.5/5: Exceptional fynbos, especially proteas, with commanding mountain views. Difficulty rating: 7/10: The first day is quite demanding. On other days, the hut can be reached before lunchtime, but the route has a fair […]
2-Day Hikes
Elangeni Hiking Trail
Beauty: 3.5/5 Difficulty (fitness): 5/10 Technical rating of trail: Standard trail walking, with some steep sections. This is a beautiful, pet friendly route that traverses through Sappi owned property. It is managed by Elangeni Holiday […]
Day Hikes
Kogelberg Trail
Beauty Rating: 4/5 Difficulty Rating: 5/10 (Moderate). The path is clear and there is no scrambling. Pleasant walking, but would recommend being fit, as it is a long day out. Suggested time out is 8hrs, which […]