The Best Trails in Eastern Cape (South Africa)

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  • Mtentu Lodge to Swallowtail Falls

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    near Mkambati, Eastern Cape (Republic of South Africa)
    Author
    cozynomad
    Distance
    3.04mi
    Elevation +
    732f
    TrailRank
    28
    Photo ofMtentu Lodge to Swallowtail Falls Photo ofMtentu Lodge to Swallowtail Falls Photo ofMtentu Lodge to Swallowtail Falls

    Most of the activities offered by the Mtentu Lodge are engaged with local development. The canoe transfer across the river, together with the canoe hiring, are among those. The trail is a combination of hiking and canoei...

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  • Bizana to Mtentu Lodge

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    near Ebenezer, Eastern Cape (Republic of South Africa)
    Author
    cozynomad
    Distance
    40.92mi
    Elevation +
    2989f
    TrailRank
    27
    Photo ofBizana to Mtentu Lodge Photo ofBizana to Mtentu Lodge Photo ofBizana to Mtentu Lodge

    The Mtentu Lodge is only approachable by 4WD cars with high clearance. At least, this is what they recommend in the website. The reference starting point of this route is the Wild Coast Sun Hotel and Casino in Bizana, as...

  • Bergrivier combination to the waterfall

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    near Longmore, Eastern Cape (South Africa)
    Author
    Mario Sophocleous
    Distance
    4.62mi
    Elevation +
    955f
    TrailRank
    27
    Photo ofBergrivier combination to the waterfall Photo ofBergrivier combination to the waterfall Photo ofBergrivier combination to the waterfall

    A beautiful moderate hike which covers all types of terrain from fynbos to forest and river trails going to a nice waterfall with a pool where you can swim. A few tricky hills so a decent pair of shoes and a hiking pole ...

  • Two valleys trail @Bergrivier

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    near Longmore, Eastern Cape (South Africa)
    Author
    Mario Sophocleous
    Distance
    6.76mi
    Elevation +
    883f
    TrailRank
    27
    Photo ofTwo valleys trail @Bergrivier Photo ofTwo valleys trail @Bergrivier Photo ofTwo valleys trail @Bergrivier

    Two valleys trail at the Bergrivier Eco Estate. A challenging hike only for the more experienced hiker but it has its rewards with beautiful pools you can swim in at about the halfway mark.

  • KleinRivier-23Jan2021

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    near Kruithoring, Eastern Cape (Republic of South Africa)
    Author
    Jannierx47@gmail.com
    Distance
    6.91mi
    Elevation +
    1673f
    TrailRank
    27
    Photo ofKleinRivier-23Jan2021 Photo ofKleinRivier-23Jan2021 Photo ofKleinRivier-23Jan2021

    A hike in Kleinrivier. Along the two Gorges trail and back. Beautifull pools to swim in. Be care on a hot day , it can become extra hot here

  • Crossways Hike (2020-03-21)

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    near Crossways Farm Village, Eastern Cape (Republic of South Africa)
    Author
    Jannierx47@gmail.com
    Distance
    11.65mi
    Elevation +
    1837f
    TrailRank
    27
    Photo ofCrossways Hike (2020-03-21) Photo ofCrossways Hike (2020-03-21) Photo ofCrossways Hike (2020-03-21)

    A beautiful but very tough hike starting and finishing at Crossways. Climb up to the Beacon, down the other side, very steep, to the Van Stadens River and walk back to Cross Ways

  • 'Striptease' River Hike

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    near Sanddrif, Eastern Cape (Republic of South Africa)
    Author
    KrisWalker
    Distance
    5.46mi
    Elevation +
    486f
    TrailRank
    27
    Photo of'Striptease' River Hike Photo of'Striptease' River Hike Photo of'Striptease' River Hike

    Difficult... if you want to keep your feet dry. You have to cross the water quite a few times, some crossings are easier than others. Still good fun.

  • Tsitsikamma National Park - Stormsriviermond Trail

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    near Stormsriviermond, Eastern Cape (Republic of South Africa)
    Author
    Paul-Bastiaan
    Distance
    1.37mi
    Elevation +
    354f
    TrailRank
    26
    Photo ofTsitsikamma National Park - Stormsriviermond Trail Photo ofTsitsikamma National Park - Stormsriviermond Trail Photo ofTsitsikamma National Park - Stormsriviermond Trail

    Tsitsikamma National Park is an area of the Garden Route National Park, on South Africa’s southern coast. It encompasses a marine reserve, deep gorges and local vegetation like the Big Tree, a towering yellowwood. The Mo...

  • 2015 Aspen PE City marathon

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    near Lorraine, Eastern Cape (Republic of South Africa)
    Author
    doppierunner
    Distance
    26.47mi
    Elevation +
    545f
    TrailRank
    26
    Photo of2015 Aspen PE City marathon Photo of2015 Aspen PE City marathon Photo of2015 Aspen PE City marathon

    The name is a bit misleading as there is no city in this marathon. It is run outside the city in the smallholdings. Fortunately it is not in the city otherwise then there could be some monster hills. It is one of the fla...

  • Forest Trail @3Rivers

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    near Crossways Farm Village, Eastern Cape (South Africa)
    Author
    Mario Sophocleous
    Distance
    3.65mi
    Elevation +
    509f
    TrailRank
    26
    Photo ofForest Trail @3Rivers Photo ofForest Trail @3Rivers Photo ofForest Trail @3Rivers

    A scenic forest there and back with a small loop at the end that I would rate as an easy+ due to a rather steep set of “stairs” that you have to do both down and up. There is a short section in the valley that can be tri...

  • Trennery's return

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    near Trennerys, Eastern Cape (Republic of South Africa)
    Author
    Port flora
    with maxini2001
    Distance
    3.90mi
    Elevation +
    761f
    TrailRank
    26
    Photo ofTrennery's return Photo ofTrennery's return Photo ofTrennery's return

    An alternate method of getting from Qolora by the Sea back to where we were teaching / staying. Could also be known as Fiona's Hike (don't ask). The hike is a little longer than the direct route (see Isolomzi to Qolor...

  • Settlers Park

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    near Port Elizabeth Airport, Eastern Cape (Republic of South Africa)
    Author
    Port flora
    with maxini2001
    Distance
    2.49mi
    Elevation +
    522f
    TrailRank
    25
    Photo ofSettlers Park Photo ofSettlers Park Photo ofSettlers Park

    A nice hike through a city Park and along the Baakens River valley. Lots of birds and a nice variety of vegetation. There is noticeable elevation changes and a short portion is along a busy street. Enjoyable and can b...

  • Mbotyi to Mkozi River Mouth

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    near Mbotyi, Eastern Cape (Republic of South Africa)
    Author
    cozynomad
    Distance
    1.82mi
    Elevation +
    187f
    TrailRank
    25
    Photo ofMbotyi to Mkozi River Mouth Photo ofMbotyi to Mkozi River Mouth Photo ofMbotyi to Mkozi River Mouth

    The Wild Coast is a wonderful place where nature and subsistence life-style coexist. Mbotyi is within the Pondoland Marine Protected Area, adjacent to the Mkhambathi Nature Reserve, and provides protection for line fish ...

  • Tor Doone with a detour

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    near Hogsback, Eastern Cape (South Africa)
    Author
    Sett Wai
    Distance
    1.86mi
    Elevation +
    863f
    TrailRank
    24
    Photo ofTor Doone with a detour Photo ofTor Doone with a detour Photo ofTor Doone with a detour

    Trail to Tor Doone and back, with detour through the trees because the hillclimb trail was overgrown.

  • Tsitsikamma Ultra Trail Run, Eastern Cape, South Africa

    Trail Running
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    near Stormsrivier, Eastern Cape (Republic of South Africa)
    Author
    Two Trailblazers
    Distance
    37.16mi
    Elevation +
    7484f
    TrailRank
    23

    This track records the trail running of the Tsitsikamma Hiking Trail from East to West. This well-known hiking trail is a 6 day, 65 km hike from West to East. This recorded trail is part of the Tsitsikamma Ultra Trail...

  • Baviaanskloof South-North

    Off Road
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    near Lucerna, Eastern Cape (South Africa)
    Author
    Tom&Monique
    Distance
    171.94mi
    Elevation +
    17631f
    TrailRank
    23
    Photo ofBaviaanskloof South-North Photo ofBaviaanskloof South-North

    An absolutely beautiful three day 4x4 trail trough the Baviaanskloof from South to North. The trail is exciting but doable with 4x4 or 4x2 vehicles when it is not too wet. On average we drove 5 hours per day.

  • Die Nek

    Hiking
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    near Hankey, Eastern Cape (Republic of South Africa)
    Author
    inniKloof
    Distance
    1.57mi
    Elevation +
    587f
    TrailRank
    23| Rating 5.0
    Photo ofDie Nek Photo ofDie Nek Photo ofDie Nek

    Die Nek is one of inniKloof's hiking trails. To book, please send mail to info@innikloof.com or for more contact details and info about inniKloof, find us on www.innikloof.com , Facebook and Instagram.

    Beautiful hike. Just some very steep sections going down mostly.
    Johannes De Wet

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