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  • Protea Trail Variation – (Helderberg NR – Somerset West)

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    near Vergelegen, Western Cape (South Africa)
    Author
    Chris Eady
    Distance
    4.55mi
    Elevation +
    1138f
    TrailRank
    66
    Photo ofProtea Trail Variation – (Helderberg NR – Somerset West) Photo ofProtea Trail Variation – (Helderberg NR – Somerset West) Photo ofProtea Trail Variation – (Helderberg NR – Somerset West)

    This recording is a variation of the popular Protea Trail (marked as Blue on the official reserve map) in the Helderberg Nature Reserve in Somerset West. The trail is mostly on gravel Jeep track with a few short sections...

  • Woodies Walk Circuit – (Helderberg NR – Somerset West)

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    near Vergelegen, Western Cape (South Africa)
    Author
    Chris Eady
    Distance
    6.60mi
    Elevation +
    2736f
    TrailRank
    64
    Photo ofWoodies Walk Circuit – (Helderberg NR – Somerset West) Photo ofWoodies Walk Circuit – (Helderberg NR – Somerset West) Photo ofWoodies Walk Circuit – (Helderberg NR – Somerset West)

    Marked as the Green Route on Helderberg NR Maps, Woodies Walk is the highest official route on the foothills of the Helderberg. To rephrase it is the highest trail in the Reserve that does not involve climbing one of the...

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  • High5: Aloe Kaya to Stables camp

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    near Gemsbokhoek, Mpumalanga (South Africa)
    Author
    Escarp Trails
    Distance
    4.85mi
    Elevation +
    1293f
    TrailRank
    64
    Photo ofHigh5: Aloe Kaya to Stables camp Photo ofHigh5: Aloe Kaya to Stables camp Photo ofHigh5: Aloe Kaya to Stables camp

    Nice challenging trail, especially when carrying a backpack, with long down- and uphills. Beautiful views, diverse topography and landscapes and some challenging, even a little scary parts. Great for the adventurous! T...

  • Up Spes Bona, Down Echo Valley - Kalk Bay (Cape Town)

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    near Kalkbaai, Western Cape (South Africa)
    Author
    Chris Eady
    Distance
    3.11mi
    Elevation +
    1375f
    TrailRank
    64| Rating 5.0
    Photo ofUp Spes Bona, Down Echo Valley - Kalk Bay (Cape Town) Photo ofUp Spes Bona, Down Echo Valley - Kalk Bay (Cape Town) Photo ofUp Spes Bona, Down Echo Valley - Kalk Bay (Cape Town)

    This short trail starts and ends at Boyes drive above Kalk Bay. After parking one crosses the road and begins an immediate ascent. The trail splits at various points but intersections are well marked and the trail is wel...

    Amazing views, easy enough and well demarcated
    Maxime Yates

  • Seeberg Hike - (West Coast National Park, Langebaan)

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    near Myburgh Park, Western Cape (South Africa)
    Author
    Chris Eady
    with Maxime Yates
    Distance
    3.23mi
    Elevation +
    410f
    TrailRank
    62| Rating 4.67
    Photo ofSeeberg Hike - (West Coast National Park, Langebaan) Photo ofSeeberg Hike - (West Coast National Park, Langebaan) Photo ofSeeberg Hike - (West Coast National Park, Langebaan)

    This short easy trail starts and ends at the parking next to the Langebaan entrance of the West Coast National Park. The trail is simple to follow as it ascends a clear path up to the granite monoliths known as Seeberg. ...

    Very enjoyable easy walk. Only reason this is not 5 stars is because of the mole holes that you can suddenly sink knee d...
    Maxime Yates

  • Lion's Head

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    near Higgovale, Western Cape (Republic of South Africa)
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    Port flora
    with maxini2001
    Distance
    3.38mi
    Elevation +
    1450f
    TrailRank
    61
    Photo ofLion's Head Photo ofLion's Head Photo ofLion's Head

    A highlight reel hike for Cape Town or even South Africa. Fabulous views of the ocean/beaches/bays, Table Mountain, Twelve Apostles, Signal Hill and of course the city of Cape Town sprawled out below. The 'standard' p...

  • Cathedral Peak Route

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    near Makhwelela, KwaZulu-Natal (South Africa)
    Author
    Rhino and Hedgehog
    Distance
    11.53mi
    Elevation +
    5190f
    TrailRank
    60| Rating 3.83
    Photo ofCathedral Peak Route Photo ofCathedral Peak Route Photo ofCathedral Peak Route

    Traditional route from Hotel to peak and return. There a Grade C scramble just before the summit which may challenge the faint of heart. Otherwise fairly easy peak above the 3000m ASL mark. Walking expect to take 10 h...

    Thank you for this hike Rhino and Hedgehog! If you want to
    Notdeadyet
    Absolutely stunning views the whole way there and back! I got lost in the bottom third approximately and ended up near ...
    Sebastien David
    A great hike. We followed your path to the base of the summit. Amazing scenery, many 360 degree views. Thanks for postin...
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  • Blindman's Corner

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    near Forest Ranger, Province of KwaZulu-Natal (Republic of South Africa)
    Author
    Champagne Castle Hotel
    Distance
    8.36mi
    Elevation +
    2106f
    TrailRank
    60| Rating 5.0
    Photo ofBlindman's Corner Photo ofBlindman's Corner Photo ofBlindman's Corner

    One of the most beautiful trails leaving from Champagne Castle Hotel, leading up to the foot of Cathkin Peak. The trail takes you past Crystal Falls (fill up with water here), along to the Sphinx, and then up to the c...

    Very picturesque hike with some great stops along the way. Some technical sections that require your attention abs make ...
    Dr Philthy
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    Jose ximenez 55@
    Absolutely amazing! Will be going back ASAP to do this one again!
    JacoErasmus

  • Helderberg - Woody's Walk (Green Route)

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    near Vergelegen, Western Cape (South Africa)
    Author
    andynct
    Distance
    6.18mi
    Elevation +
    2720f
    TrailRank
    58| Rating 3.34
    Photo ofHelderberg - Woody's Walk (Green Route) Photo ofHelderberg - Woody's Walk (Green Route) Photo ofHelderberg - Woody's Walk (Green Route)

    Woody's Walk on the Helderberg is the highest circular walk you can do from Helderberg Nature Reserve without climbing the peaks. Highest altitude is 814m, 146m higher than Lion's Head in Cape Town. 2-5 hours long.

    Im unteren Teil läuft man meist auf den Fahrwegen, was nicht so spannend ist wie die Selteneren Fusspfade durch den Finb...
    RoliTheWander
    Thanks for posting! It's a good hike up the side of the mountain. Nice views of the surrounding area.
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  • Table Mountain reservoirs via Kirstenbosch Garden

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    near Bishopscourt, Western Cape (Republic of South Africa)
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    Port flora
    with maxini2001
    Distance
    5.11mi
    Elevation +
    2661f
    TrailRank
    58| Rating 4.67
    Photo ofTable Mountain reservoirs via Kirstenbosch Garden Photo ofTable Mountain reservoirs via Kirstenbosch Garden Photo ofTable Mountain reservoirs via Kirstenbosch Garden

    Table Mountain is one of the major highlights of a trip to Cape Town. There are many ways to access the mountain top one of which is a hike through Kirstenbosch Gardens. There is parking available and there is a fee for ...

    a cape town classic - no need to go up to top. seldomly seen a beach up on top of mountain
    Marc Strigel

  • Silvermine and Elephant's Eye

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    near Klein Steenberg, Western Cape (Republic of South Africa)
    Author
    Port flora
    Distance
    6.50mi
    Elevation +
    1470f
    TrailRank
    57
    Photo ofSilvermine and Elephant's Eye Photo ofSilvermine and Elephant's Eye Photo ofSilvermine and Elephant's Eye

    A very scenic hike in the mountains south of Cape Town. The entrance to Silvermine Nature Reserve is marked, it is west off of Ou Kaapseweg and a fee applies. The path is easy to follow has markers at intersections and w...

  • Table mountain by Skeleton gorge to cable cat station

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    near Bishopscourt, Western Cape (Republic of South Africa)
    Author
    Ursula75
    Distance
    5.36mi
    Elevation +
    3182f
    TrailRank
    56| Rating 5.0

    Tough because of the heat. But it worths. Steeper at the beginning, so take it easy. A helpful shelter in the rocks besides the first ladder, you can refresh a bit. Detour to the reservoir highly recommended, you may ta...

    Excellent walk, tricky in places, especially the Skeleton Gorge. Thank you for your advice.
    Garry McC

  • Robberg Nature Reserve via Witsand, South Africa

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    near Vyekraal, Western Cape (Republic of South Africa)
    Author
    antiviaje.com
    Distance
    3.41mi
    Elevation +
    689f
    TrailRank
    56
    Photo ofRobberg Nature Reserve via Witsand, South Africa Photo ofRobberg Nature Reserve via Witsand, South Africa Photo ofRobberg Nature Reserve via Witsand, South Africa

    A must in Plettenberg Bay. We went here because of a recommendation of our backpackers hostel and, for now, it's the best spot in our 22 days in South Africa. There are two ways: the long one of 4 hours walking more l...

  • Sentinel to Thukela Falls

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    near Bonjaneni, Province of KwaZulu-Natal (Republic of South Africa)
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    Port flora
    with maxini2001
    Distance
    7.32mi
    Elevation +
    2723f
    TrailRank
    56
    Photo ofSentinel to Thukela Falls Photo ofSentinel to Thukela Falls Photo ofSentinel to Thukela Falls

    Amazing trail, best hike ever. Views were absolutely amazing for the entire hike. Trail is not well marked and requires a guide or GPS map. The route we took avoided the chain ladders and was replaced by a tough scram...

  • Big Tree and Swallowtail falls

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    near Hogsback, Eastern Cape (South Africa)
    Author
    Sett Wai
    Distance
    3.20mi
    Elevation +
    1955f
    TrailRank
    56
    Photo ofBig Tree and Swallowtail falls Photo ofBig Tree and Swallowtail falls Photo ofBig Tree and Swallowtail falls

    Hike to Swallowtail falls from Away With The Fairies, via Big Tree. The forest path is quite easy but the trail becomes very steep and technical around the waterfall.

  • Blyde Canyon - Leopard +

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    near Matibidi, Mpumalanga (Republic of South Africa)
    Author
    Port flora
    with maxini2001
    Distance
    4.23mi
    Elevation +
    1440f
    TrailRank
    55
    Photo ofBlyde Canyon - Leopard + Photo ofBlyde Canyon - Leopard + Photo ofBlyde Canyon - Leopard +

    A very scenic hike through the Blyde Canyon. A surprising amount of variety starting with an amazing view of the Canyon and the Blyde River below (World's End). The leopard trail then takes you about half way down the Ca...

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