{"id":97625,"date":"2015-11-10T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2015-11-10T00:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/travelstartblg.wpenginepowered.com\/iconic-hiking-trails-south-africa\/"},"modified":"2025-11-04T13:53:02","modified_gmt":"2025-11-04T13:53:02","slug":"iconic-hiking-trails-south-africa","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.travelstart.co.za\/blog\/iconic-hiking-trails-south-africa\/","title":{"rendered":"8 Most Iconic Hiking Trails In Southern Africa"},"content":{"rendered":"<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\">\u201cThousands of tired, nerve-shaken, over-civilized people are beginning to find out that going to the mountains is going home; that wildness is a necessity.\u201d<\/h3>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>It was well over a hundred years ago that beloved American naturalist, author and appreciator of all things wild, John Muir wrote these words.<br \/>\nGood lord! Tired? Nerve shaken? Over-civilized? If this was the case more than a century ago when automobiles were few and far between, travelling overseas entailed a couple of months on a ship instead of a few uncomfortable hours on a plane, the web was something spiders spun and social networking happened at the bi-monthly town dance, what would Muir call the state of us today?<\/p>\n<p>Sure, we\u2019re dynamic beings, able to adapt to ever-advancing technology and the seeming growing demands of everyday, but if these exhausted people from a hundred years ago realised that wildness was a necessity, I think it is even more so today.<\/p>\n<p>So, if the mountains have been calling you, it\u2019s time you went!<\/p>\n<p>Lucky for you Southern Africa has hiking trails a-plenty to pick and choose from. Here are eight of the most iconic.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: xx-small;\">Header Image courtesy of Rick McCharles via <a href=\" https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/rickmccharles\/8639971480\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> Flickr <\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<h2>1. The Otter<\/h2>\n<blockquote class=\"instagram-media\" style=\"background: #FFF; border: 0; border-radius: 3px; box-shadow: 0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width: 658px; padding: 0; width: calc(100% - 2px);\" data-instgrm-captioned=\"\" data-instgrm-version=\"5\">\n<div style=\"padding: 8px;\">\n<div style=\"background: #F8F8F8; line-height: 0; margin-top: 40px; padding: 50% 0; text-align: center; width: 100%;\"><\/div>\n<p style=\"margin: 8px 0 0 0; padding: 0 4px;\"><a style=\"color: #000; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: 17px; text-decoration: none; word-wrap: break-word;\" href=\"https:\/\/instagram.com\/p\/vQTC-nwNAD\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Otter Trail. crossing the Elandsbos River, day 3. Beautiful, just beautiful.<\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px; margin-bottom: 0; margin-top: 8px; overflow: hidden; padding: 8px 0 7px; text-align: center; text-overflow: ellipsis; white-space: nowrap;\">A photo posted by Chris Davies (@chrisdaviez) on <time style=\"font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px;\" datetime=\"2014-11-11T09:36:49+00:00\">Nov 11, 2014 at 1:36am PST<\/time><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><script src=\"\/\/platform.instagram.com\/en_US\/embeds.js\" async=\"\" defer=\"defer\" type=\"mce-no\/type\"><\/script><\/p>\n<p>Inaugurated in 1968, the Otter Trail is the oldest official hiking trail in South Africa, making it an absolute must for any keen hiker\u2019s must-do list. The trail starts at the Storms River Mouth rest camp in the Tsitsikamma section of the Garden Route National Park, winding its way along cliff tops, through forests and along beaches to the Groot Rivier Estuary at Nature\u2019s Valley.<\/p>\n<p>Accommodation is extremely rustic, with no hot water and electricity, but cold showers are a small price to pay for the dazzling scenery exploding all around you every step of the way.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><strong>Distance:<\/strong> 42.5km<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><strong>Number of days:<\/strong> 5 days (4 nights)<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><strong>Difficulty:<\/strong> Hikers should be fit and strong enough to take on steep up- and downhills as well as a number of river crossings. Previous hiking experience is advised.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><strong>Cost:<\/strong> R1 000<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><strong>More info:<\/strong> Visit the <a title=\"Sanparks\" href=\"http:\/\/www.sanparks.co.za\/parks\/garden_route\/camps\/storms_river\/tourism\/otter.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">SANParks website<\/a><\/p>\n<h2>2. The Fish River Canyon<\/h2>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"instagram-media\" style=\"background: #FFF; border: 0; border-radius: 3px; box-shadow: 0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width: 658px; padding: 0; width: calc(100% - 2px);\" data-instgrm-version=\"5\">\n<div style=\"padding: 8px;\">\n<div style=\"background: #F8F8F8; line-height: 0; margin-top: 40px; padding: 50.0% 0; text-align: center; width: 100%;\"><\/div>\n<p><a style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: 17px; text-decoration: none;\" href=\"https:\/\/instagram.com\/p\/7hUPfJkr5B\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">A photo posted by Robin Mc Donald (@robin0691)<\/a> on <time style=\"font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px;\" datetime=\"2015-09-12T06:31:05+00:00\">Sep 11, 2015 at 11:31pm PDT<\/time><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><script src=\"\/\/platform.instagram.com\/en_US\/embeds.js\" async=\"\" defer=\"defer\"><\/script><\/p>\n<p>Exploring the world\u2019s second largest canyon on foot \u2013 I mean! Does it get any more epic? Second only to the Grand Canyon in the US, the Fish River Canyon in Namibia stretches 180km from Seeheim in the north to the Orange River in the south. The trail itself covers just under half of the full distance of the canyon, starting at the viewpoint at Hobas and ending at Ai-Ais resort and spa.<\/p>\n<p>Because of its arid climate, it can get very hot during the day and rather cold at night, so be sure to bring appropriate the clothes. Along the way you will be treated to starkly beautiful scenery, nourishing hot springs and the starriest skies you\u2019ve ever imagined!<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Distance: <\/strong>84km<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Number of days: <\/strong>4 days<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><strong>Difficulty: <\/strong>While there are no sharp inclines as you\u2019d have with a mountain trail, extreme weather conditions, sand and boulders do pose something of a challenge. You should be relatively fit and have had trained before undertaking the trail.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><strong>Cost: <\/strong>N$130 (Namibian dollars equal Rands, so R130)<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><strong>More info: <\/strong>Send an <a href=\"mailto:nwr@nwrnamibia.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">email<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2>3. The Whale Trail<\/h2>\n<blockquote class=\"instagram-media\" style=\"background: #FFF; border: 0; border-radius: 3px; box-shadow: 0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width: 658px; padding: 0; width: calc(100% - 2px);\" data-instgrm-captioned=\"\" data-instgrm-version=\"5\">\n<div style=\"padding: 8px;\">\n<div style=\"background: #F8F8F8; line-height: 0; margin-top: 40px; padding: 50.0% 0; text-align: center; width: 100%;\"><\/div>\n<p style=\"margin: 8px 0 0 0; padding: 0 4px;\">#lifeofbliss #whaletrail<\/p>\n<p style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px; margin-bottom: 0; margin-top: 8px; overflow: hidden; padding: 8px 0 7px; text-align: center; text-overflow: ellipsis; white-space: nowrap;\">A photo posted by @mariskaneethling on <time style=\"font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px;\" datetime=\"2015-08-27T15:18:12+00:00\">Aug 27, 2015 at 8:18am PDT<\/time><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><script src=\"\/\/platform.instagram.com\/en_US\/embeds.js\" async=\"\" defer=\"defer\" type=\"mce-no\/type\"><\/script><\/p>\n<p>If you want to treat yourself to a hike of a slightly more luxurious nature, then the Whale Trail is without a doubt the way to go. Wending its way along the coastal part of the De Hoop Nature Reserve in the Overberg, it\u2019s awash with spectacular ocean vistas, and yes, if you go at the right time of year (June \u2013 December), you\u2019re guaranteed to spot whales frolicking with their calves!<\/p>\n<p>So where does the luxury come in? Well, firstly, it\u2019s exclusively a slackpacking trail, which means the bulk of your luggage as well as all your meals are transported to your accommodation every day. Secondly, whereas most hikes have rugged overnight huts available to hikers, the Whale Trail offers cosy cottages complete with comfy made beds, fully equipped kitchens, in-house bathrooms with warm water and flush toilets.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><strong>Distance: <\/strong>55km<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><strong>Number of days:<\/strong> 5 days<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><strong>Difficulty: <\/strong>Although the trail itself is quite challenging, the fact that you need not carry your full heavy backpack (they offer porterage). A medium level of fitness is still required. \u00a0 <strong>Cost: <\/strong>R4 900<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><strong>More info: <\/strong>Check out the De Hoop Collection website.<\/p>\n<h2>4. Fanie Botha trail<\/h2>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"instagram-media\" style=\"background: #FFF; border: 0; border-radius: 3px; box-shadow: 0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width: 658px; padding: 0; width: calc(100% - 2px);\" data-instgrm-captioned=\"\" data-instgrm-version=\"5\">\n<div style=\"padding: 8px;\">\n<div style=\"background: #F8F8F8; line-height: 0; margin-top: 40px; padding: 50% 0; text-align: center; width: 100%;\"><\/div>\n<p><a style=\"color: #000; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: 17px; text-decoration: none; word-wrap: break-word;\" href=\"https:\/\/instagram.com\/p\/xVzPQ2RZXa\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Another day, another trail! #TrailsofOurLives #FanieBothaTrail #exploring #trailtime #freedom<\/a> A photo posted by Landie (@landiegreyling) on <time style=\"font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px;\" datetime=\"2015-01-02T05:57:07+00:00\">Jan 1, 2015 at 9:57pm PST<\/time><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><script src=\"\/\/platform.instagram.com\/en_US\/embeds.js\" async=\"\" defer=\"defer\" type=\"mce-no\/type\"><\/script><br \/>\nOne of the very first multi-day hiking trails to be laid out in South Africa, the Fanie Botha Trail in Mpumalanga was supposed to be the start of a network of hiking trails known as the National Hiking Way System, stretching from the Soutpansberge in the north to the eastern escarpment of the Cape. Sadly the network never realised, but the five-day Fanie Botha trail still remains one of the most magnificent in the country, with legendary spots like the Mac Mac Falls featuring along the way.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><strong>Distance:<\/strong> 71,5km<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><strong>Number of days: <\/strong>5 days<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Difficulty: <\/strong>A medium level of fitness is required to enjoy the experience fully.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><strong>Cost: <\/strong>R525 per person + R55 admin fee<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><strong>More info: <\/strong>Visit the <a title=\"Sabie\" href=\"http:\/\/www.sabie.co.za\/about\/hiking\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Sabie website<\/a> or send an <a title=\"Mail Jacana Collection\" href=\"mailto:bookings@jacanacollection.co.za\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">email<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2>5. Amatola Trail<\/h2>\n<blockquote class=\"instagram-media\" style=\"background: #FFF; border: 0; border-radius: 3px; box-shadow: 0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width: 658px; padding: 0; width: calc(100% - 2px);\" data-instgrm-captioned=\"\" data-instgrm-version=\"5\">\n<div style=\"padding: 8px;\">\n<div style=\"background: #F8F8F8; line-height: 0; margin-top: 40px; padding: 50% 0; text-align: center; width: 100%;\">\n<div style=\"background: url(data:image\/png; base64,ivborw0kggoaaaansuheugaaacwaaaascamaaaapwqozaaaagfbmveuiiii9pt0ehh4gib4hibkchbwchbwchbydr+jqaaaachrstlmaba4yhyqsm5jtamwaaadfsurbvdjl7zvbegmhcaqbaf\/\/42xcnbpaqakcm0ftumfaaibe81iqbjds3ls6zs3bipb9wed3yyxfpmhrft8sgyrcp1x8ueuxlmznwelfoycv6mhwwwmzdpekhlhlw7nwjqkhc4uizphavdza2jpzudsbzzinae2s6owh8xpmx8g7zzgkeopuoyhvgz1tbcxmkd3kwnvbu0gkhkx+izilf77iofhry1nyfnb\/lqpb79drwoyjva\/davg9b\/rlb4cc+nqgdz\/tvbbbnr6gbreqn\/nrmdgaqeej7whonozjf+y2i\/fzou\/qaaaaaelftksuqmcc); display: block; height: 44px; margin: 0 auto -44px; position: relative; top: -22px; width: 44px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p style=\"margin: 8px 0 0 0; padding: 0 4px;\"><a style=\"color: #000; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: 17px; text-decoration: none; word-wrap: break-word;\" href=\"https:\/\/instagram.com\/p\/2ksr4zJQVs\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Such an awesome experience! Best #hike Iv ever done! Words cannot describe how happy I was to see that sign! Loved every second! Definitely doing that again! #amathole #amatholehikingtrail #hogsback #amatola #ILIVEFORTHISSHIT<\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px; margin-bottom: 0; margin-top: 8px; overflow: hidden; padding: 8px 0 7px; text-align: center; text-overflow: ellipsis; white-space: nowrap;\">A photo posted by Ryan Gibbs (@ryan._.gibbs) on <time style=\"font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px;\" datetime=\"2015-05-12T07:25:26+00:00\">May 12, 2015 at 12:25am PDT<\/time><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><script async defer src=\"\/\/platform.instagram.com\/en_US\/embeds.js\"><\/script><\/p>\n<p>If you have a penchant for fantasy adventure films the likes of The Lord of the Rings or The Chronicles of Narnia, this trail will charm your socks off! The hike will take you through the enchanted forests of the Amatola Mountains, with plenty of cascading rock pools, waterfalls and springs providing ample opportunities for snack and photo breaks.<\/p>\n<p>The trail is rather challenging and overnight accommodation is rather rustic, however the exceptional beauty of the route makes it worth the suffering 1000 times over.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><strong>Distance: <\/strong>100,3km<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><strong>Number of days: <\/strong>6 days<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><strong>Difficulty: <\/strong>Generally considered to be one of the toughest hikes in Southern Africa, an above average level of fitness is required.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><strong>Cost: <\/strong>R193 per day\u2019s hike + R110 admin fee per person<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><strong>More info: <\/strong>Visit the <a title=\"Amatola Trails\" href=\"http:\/\/www.amatolatrails.co.za\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Amatola Trails website<\/a><\/p>\n<h2>6. Giant\u2019s Cup<\/h2>\n<blockquote class=\"instagram-media\" style=\"background: #FFF; border: 0; border-radius: 3px; box-shadow: 0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width: 658px; padding: 0; width: calc(100% - 2px);\" data-instgrm-captioned=\"\" data-instgrm-version=\"5\">\n<div style=\"padding: 8px;\">\n<div style=\"background: #F8F8F8; line-height: 0; margin-top: 40px; padding: 50% 0; text-align: center; width: 100%;\"><\/div>\n<p><a style=\"color: #000; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: 17px; text-decoration: none; word-wrap: break-word;\" href=\"https:\/\/instagram.com\/p\/lhE-4sD1Hn\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">#Drakensberg #hiking #hikinginsouthafrica #hike #giantscuptrail #beauty #mountains #beautifulmountains<\/a> A photo posted by Glenda Philips (@glenda_philips) on <time style=\"font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px;\" datetime=\"2014-03-14T08:47:05+00:00\">Mar 14, 2014 at 1:47am PDT<\/time><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><script src=\"\/\/platform.instagram.com\/en_US\/embeds.js\" async=\"\" defer=\"defer\" type=\"mce-no\/type\"><\/script><br \/>\nStretching from Sani Pass to Bushman\u2019s Nek, Giant\u2019s Cup could be seen as the quintessential Drakensberg hiking trail. It wends its way all along the foothills of this majestic mountain range, through patches of indigenous forest, over babbling boulder-strewn streams, into picturesque, valleys and onto grass-covered mountain crests with panoramic views rolling out into the distance.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s not an overly strenuous trail, making it a great option for families with kids. Overnight accommodation is provided mostly in farm houses or collections of rondavels.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><strong>Distance: <\/strong>59,3km<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><strong>Number of days: <\/strong>5<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><strong>Difficulty: <\/strong>It\u2019s not a particularly difficult trail, you can even do it with kids. Obviously, the fitter you are, the more you will be able to enjoy it.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Cost: <\/strong>R75 per person per night<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><strong>More info: <\/strong>Check out the <a title=\"Giant's Cup\" href=\"http:\/\/www.kznwildlife.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">KZN Wildlife website<\/a><\/p>\n<h2>7. Tankwa Camino<\/h2>\n<blockquote class=\"instagram-media\" style=\"background: #FFF; border: 0; border-radius: 3px; box-shadow: 0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width: 658px; padding: 0; width: calc(100% - 2px);\" data-instgrm-captioned=\"\" data-instgrm-version=\"5\">\n<div style=\"padding: 8px;\">\n<div style=\"background: #F8F8F8; line-height: 0; margin-top: 40px; padding: 50.0% 0; text-align: center; width: 100%;\"><\/div>\n<p style=\"margin: 8px 0 0 0; padding: 0 4px;\"><a style=\"color: #000; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: 17px; text-decoration: none; word-wrap: break-word;\" href=\"https:\/\/instagram.com\/p\/8f8gFmgz1W\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The long walk to Ceres &#8211; last leg(s! ) #tankwacamino<\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px; margin-bottom: 0; margin-top: 8px; overflow: hidden; padding: 8px 0 7px; text-align: center; text-overflow: ellipsis; white-space: nowrap;\">A photo posted by Juna Phillips (@junaphillips) on <time style=\"font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px;\" datetime=\"2015-10-06T14:15:48+00:00\">Oct 6, 2015 at 7:15am PDT<\/time><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><script src=\"\/\/platform.instagram.com\/en_US\/embeds.js\" async=\"\" defer=\"defer\" type=\"mce-no\/type\"><\/script><\/p>\n<p>In the last decade or so, the Camino de Santiago de Compostela, a legendary network of Catholic pilgrim routes covering parts of Spain, Portugal and France, has seen an almost unprecedented revival with thousands upon thousands of soulful individuals following its path in search of enlightenment, peace and joy every year. Inspired by the idea of pilgrimage, Danie Pieterse from Rawsonville, decided to fulfil a lifelong dream of walking from his one grandfather\u2019s grave in Calvinia to his other grandfather\u2019s grave in Ceres in 2013 and so doing established the Tankwa Camino.<\/p>\n<p>The 10-day trail starts in Calvinia in the Northern Cape and ends in Ceres in the Western Cape, taking your right through the heart of the desolate beauty of the Tankwa Karoo. The route is only open four times a year to small groups of pre-registered hikers. The dates for 2016 are already fully booked, but why not try your luck for March, April or September 2017?<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><strong>Distance: <\/strong>256,6 km<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><strong>Number of days: <\/strong>10<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><strong>Difficulty: <\/strong>Definitely not for beginners. You need to be relatively fit and rather tenacious. Also, since it takes the form of a pilgrimage, don\u2019t forget that there is a deeper level to this trail \u2013 be prepared for some uncomfortable emotions to surface as you walk. <strong>Cost: <\/strong>R3\u00a0500 in two instalments<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><strong>More info: <\/strong>Visit the <a title=\"Tankwa Camino\" href=\"http:\/\/www.tankwacamino.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Tankwa Camino website<\/a><\/p>\n<h2>8. Rim of Africa<\/h2>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"instagram-media\" style=\"background: #FFF; border: 0; border-radius: 3px; box-shadow: 0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width: 658px; padding: 0; width: calc(100% - 2px);\" data-instgrm-captioned=\"\" data-instgrm-version=\"5\">\n<div style=\"padding: 8px;\">\n<div style=\"background: #F8F8F8; line-height: 0; margin-top: 40px; padding: 50% 0; text-align: center; width: 100%;\"><\/div>\n<p><a style=\"color: #000; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: 17px; text-decoration: none; word-wrap: break-word;\" href=\"https:\/\/instagram.com\/p\/0BLYFfvzPS\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><br \/>\nIn life there is a bizarre and perpetuating struggle between what you want and what you get, a struggle between how it is and how you want it to be. The paradoxical tension between suffering and bliss. The shimmering contrasts of Life, so clearly visible in the hiking experience&#8230; #hiking a #fynbos laden segment of the #langeberg #mountainrange, on a #scouting mission for the #RimofAfrica #hikingtrail between #Montagu and #Simonskloof. #Mountaineering through thick #Nature and clearly #suffering.<\/a> A photo posted by Wian Myburgh (@wian_22) on <time style=\"font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px;\" datetime=\"2015-03-09T19:18:10+00:00\">Mar 9, 2015 at 12:18pm PDT<\/time><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Now, look, if you have done every single one of South Africa\u2019s iconic hiking trails at least once, spend your weekends and holidays exploring smaller day routes and feel more comfortable in hiking boots than your slippers, then this awe-inspiring thru hike is for you.<\/p>\n<p>Made up out of nine separate trails in different regions of the Western Cape \u2013 Ceres, Kouebokkeveld, Agterwitzenberg, Hex River, Langeberg, Marloth Ridge, Grootvadersbosch, Gouritz River and Outeniqua \u2013 Rim of Africa is what the wildest wild part of every adventurer\u2019s soul dreams of. It only opened recently, meaning that you could be one of the first ever to take it on.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Distance:<\/strong> +\/- 650km<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Number of days: <\/strong>54 days<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Difficulty: <\/strong>It\u2019s a long, extreme and strenuous hike. You need to be super fit and have a lot of stamina. All hikes are guided.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Cost: <\/strong>R49 800<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>More info: <\/strong>Visit the <a title=\"Rim of Africa\" href=\"http:\/\/www.rimofafrica.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Rim of Africa website<\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Tell us \u2013 which is your favourite South African hike?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Also read: <\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a title=\"26 Best Waterside Campsites in South Africa\" href=\"https:\/\/travelstartstg.wpenginepowered.com\/best-waterside-campsites-south-africa\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">26 Best Waterside Campsites in South Africa<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>\u201cThousands of tired, nerve-shaken, over-civilized people are beginning to find out that going to the mountains is going home; that wildness is a necessity.\u201d &nbsp; It was well over a hundred years ago that beloved American naturalist, author and appreciator of all things wild, John Muir wrote these words. 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