News & Articles
Wild Nights Out
Remember that first time you did an overnight hike and slept under the stars? Remember when you first developed a deeper appreciation of the magic of being active in nature and discovered the magic nature […]
Articles by Hiking South Africa
Gear Reviews
Review: First Ascent Vapourstretch Rain Jacket
The Vapourstretch is First Ascent’s all-round hiking rain jacket, with all the features you need to stay comfortable and dry when hiking in the rain. Key Info Price (at time of writing): R2499 Weight: 470g […]
Videos
Video: Matroosberg | Mid-Winter Missions
Winter 2019. Nothing like a bit of snow on Matroosberg to make sure your sleeping bag still works…
Everyday Hiking Heroes
Everyday Hiking Hero: Grant Christie
He’s hiked the entire coastline of South Africa, he’s a professional guide and he creates miniature wildlife scenes using Lego… We want to know more about Grant Christie! HSA: Name, age, city / town where […]
Videos
Video: The Otter Trail
Arno Pouwels perfectly captures that unique Otter Trail mix of ocean and forest magic, where time seems to slow down and the peace soaks deep into your soul… For more information on this world famous […]
News & Articles
First Ascent Manufacturing Medical Masks to Help Fight Covid-19
In what has certainly been a challenging past 11 days, not only for South Africa but for the entire world, the demand for Medical Masks has risen drastically as South African Health Services tackle the […]
Videos
Video: Hogsback and the Amatola Mountains
Anyone who’s hiked the Amatola Trail will recognise these epic views, waterfalls and magic forest trails. Video by Edwin Watson
Videos
Video: Hiking the Fish River Canyon
People often ask what it’s like hiking the Fish River Canyon and it’s always hard to some up the wonder and beauty, combined with the harshness of the desert and the surreal experience of walking […]
Videos
Video: Blue Mountain Trail
Amazing trails, stunning scenery, brilliant guides, luxury accommodation, gourmet dinners and beautiful wines – the Blue Mountain Trail ticks every box. In short, this is the perfect luxury getaway for any hiker.
Videos
Outdoor Movie Binge!
Banff Movie List With SA on lockdown, what better time to binge-watch all the quality outdoor movies and short-films out there! Below is a fantastic list, curated by Lianne Caron, of Banff Mountain Film Festival […]