ADVENTURE ACTIVITIES GARDEN ROUTE: Hikes and Walking Tours, The Garden Route
Plettenberg Bay . Knysna . Wilderness . Mossel Bay. Tsitsikamma
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The Garden Route offers a diverse variety of walks and hikes in and around Knysna and Plettenberg Bay, taking one from the rugged coastline to the lush indigenous forest and up the craggy mountains to reveal some of South Africa’s most breathtaking views.
The hikes range between 3 and 20 km, catering to the needs of every walker. Very easy, light excertion or Light to Moderate excertion
Woodcutters Trail – “Circles in a Forest”Time: 2.5 hrs or 4-5 hrsDistance: 3km or 9kmFeatures: The heart of the Knysna indigenous forest in the Goudveld area with many prime examples of 600 year old Outeniqua Yellowwoods and 3m high tree ferns. Description: Huge trees, redbilled wood hoopoes, large tree ferns, gulleys and streams, ancient ironwood trees, arum lillies, fungi, bracket fungies, porcupines, dreams of Oupoot (the long lost hero matriarch elephant made famous by Dalene Matthee). Baboon droppings, bushpig droppings and bushbuck droppings are seen in abundance. A real forest experience that is suitable for all ages.
Kranshoek Coastal Trail Time: 3 hrs or 4-5 hrsDistance: 4km or 9km Features: Spectacular coastal scenery, indigenous forest, forest, fynbos and rocky beaches.Description: A circular walk, which traverses beautiful coastal scenery. The full walk is fairly tough and demands a descent and ascent of 200 meters. The walk passes through prime examples of high forest, crosses sections of coastal fynbos and takes the hiker along breathtaking natural scenery along a cliff coast. Whale spotting is possible between July and September.
Light to Moderate excertion
Elephant Trails: Time: 3 to 5 hrsDistance: 7km, 8km, 9km or 15kmFeatures: Magnificent moist high forest, the old forest railway line, ancient Outeniqua Yellowwood trees, forest birds, fungi.Description: All three walks are in the Diepwalle Forest, once home to large herds of elephant of which now only one remains. This area was also home to the famous woodcutters. The walks are perfect for anyone wanting to get an authentic forest experience. Two walks can be done back to back to make a full day hike of 15kms.
Goukamma Nature Reserve Time: 4 hrsDistance: 8kmFeatures: Dune forest, fynbos, coastal dunes, river crossing, birds, Milkwood forest.Description: This is a shorter fairly easy walk with outstanding views, walking up and dunes and returning back to the reserve through the Milkwood forest. The walk starts by crossing the river in a small boat and then climbing through beautiful dune forest to reach a 360 degree breathtaking view of beach, river, forest and mountains.
Robberg Nature ReserveTime: 4 hrsDistance: 11kmFeatures: Breathtaking coastal scenery and views across Plettenberg Bay. Points of geological and archeological interest, intertidal zone, large seal colony, sea bird and animal life.Description: A moderately strenuous circular walk around the Robberg Peninsula which is both a nature reserve and national monument. Also the site of one of the first occupied caves in the area, 120 000 years ago. A perfect opportunity to see dolphins, penguins and whales. The diversity of bird life, fynbos and evidence of rocks dating back to the early Cretaceous period (130 – 110 million years ago) make this an interesting and enjoyable walk.
High excertion:
George Peak Trail Time: 7 to 9 hrsDistance: 19km or 21kmFeatures: Hike to the top of the world in the George region of the Outeniqua Mountains. Description: A very strenuous walk with unforgettable views. Destination: 1579 meters above sea level - the highest peak in the area. Warm and wind-proof clothing is essential and don’t forget your camera!
Natures ValleyTime: 8 to 9 hrsDistance: 16kmFeatures: Magnificent unspoilt surroundings, Salt River estuary, mountain fynbos, indigenous forest, birds, wildlife, spectacular views and huge yellowwood trees.Description: A 16km circular route in the de Vasselot area of the Tsitsikamma National Park. Densely overgrown mountains, impenetrable forests and deep ravines make this a true experience of unspoilt nature. A beautiful walk of moderate to high exertion.
Special
Buffalo Hills African Adventure Reserve – walk with the animals!Time: 5 hours including transfers to Buffalo Hills.Distance: 4kmExertion: Very lightFeatures: Walking within a private reserve amongst wild animals. (No dangerous game) Description: A gentle 2.5 hour walk within the boundaries of a private game reserve – home to giraffe, wildebeest, zebra, impala and an abundance of bird life. Suitable for all ages - kids welcome. Includes breakfast.
ToursBig Tree Tour Experience the beautiful Knysna forest with a guided drive through the pristine indigenous forest. First stop, a look at the famous King Edward V11 Outeniqua Yellowwood Tree, a giant of approximately 660 years old, with a short circular walk of about 500m at the Big Tree. We then continue our drive through the forest via Spitzkop, the highest point in the area accessible by vehicle. From here we can see most of the Garden Route. A relaxing trip for the not so adventurous.
Duration: 3.5 hoursMillwood Gold Mine TourMillwood is where gold was mined briefly in the late 1800’s and is great venue for a forest outing. We start with a gentle 3km walk along the river experiencing pristine indigenous forest, ancient trees, huge tree ferns, arum lilies, mushrooms and fungi. On route we also explore some of the old shafts dug by the miners. After arriving at a small waterfall and swimming hole we make our way back to the Jubilee Creek picnic site. After a visit to Mother Holly’s Mining museum we take a tractor ride to the old mine for a guided walk through Bendigo Tunnel (about 150m), operated and run by the Millwood Gold Mine Society. Scones or a light lunch is also available. Duration: 3-5 hours
All our guides are qualified in first aid and are part of FGASA (Field Guide Association of South Africa), registered with the Department of Environmental Affairs and Tourism. RatesIncludes permits, snacks, water bottles, walking sticks, guides, transfers from Knysna, and light refreshments or lunch as specified.Walks and HikesVery easy, light excertionHalf day walking/hiking tour: R420/person.
Includes light refreshmentsDuration: 2.5 to 4 hoursWoodcutters Trail 3km, Kranshoek Trail 4km Light to Moderate excertionHalf day walking/hiking tour: R450/person.
Includes light refreshmentsDuration: 3 to 5 hours Woodcutters Trail 9km, Kranshoek Trail 9km, Elephant Trails, Goukamma Nature Reserve, Robberg Nature Reserve High excertionGeorge Peak Trail:
Full day walking/hiking tour: R600/person.
Includes lunch
Duration: 7 to 9 hours
Natures Valley Walk:Full day walking/ hiking tour: R950/person.
Includes light refreshments, packed lunch, permits and transfers.
Duration: 8 to 9 hours
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Half day walking tour at Buffalo Hills African Adventure Reserve: R600/person including lunch. Duration: 5 hours including transfers to Buffalo HillsToursBig Tree Tour:R400/person. Includes light refreshments.Duration: 3.5 hoursMillwood Goldfields Tour:
R500/person includes a visit to the Dalene Mathee Memorial, the big Tree (an 800year old yellowwood tree), a visit to Jubilee Creek including the 3.2km walk, and a visit to Mother Holly’s tea room and mining museum including tea, coffee and scones.
Duration: 3 to 4 hours
R600/person includes a light lunch and a tour of the main Bendigo Tunnel. Duration 5 hours
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