The Best Walking Trails in South Africa

Simons town boulder beach

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Dultanur

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Distance

1.91mi

Elevation +

125f

TrailRank

9

Actually an out and back walk from the simons town penguin watching parking lot. Nice ocean views all the way.

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Elands Bay Cave, Baboon Point, Elandsbaai, Western Cape, South Africa

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Two Trailblazers

Distance

0.29mi

Elevation +

115f

TrailRank

9

Interesting caves and diverse rock art of antiquity especially being so close to the coast. View here for detailed descriptors of what to see and learn: https://sketchfab.com/3d-models/elands-bay-cave-d0c88d0853844a8e...

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Stadsaal Caves, Matjiesriver Nature Reserve, Western Cape, South Africa

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Two Trailblazers

Distance

0.75mi

Elevation +

46f

TrailRank

9

Impressive rock formations and views of the surrounds to be enjoyed on this trail for the whole family! Permit required as per waypoint details. Be sure to bring warm weather gear as conditions can change quickly.

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Mkhomazana Waterfall, Sani Pass, Mkhomazi Wilderness area, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

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Two Trailblazers

Distance

1.39mi

Elevation +

95f

TrailRank

9

Starting and finishing at Sani Lodge Backpackers, this track takes in some nice walking and views of the Mkhomazana Waterfall and surrounds.

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Winston Park Ashley drive Walk

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Brenda Moon

Distance

2.57mi

Elevation +

256f

TrailRank

9

Wonderful twists and turns through forest, bamboo forest, tree ferns. Beautiful secret in heart of Hillcrest.

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Natal Spa - Green Trail

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Rhino and Hedgehog

Distance

0.65mi

Elevation +

69f

TrailRank

9

A shorter than expected trail down to the river leaving from the main Super Tube and returning via the campsite.

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Lion's Head Summit Trail

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R18

Distance

2.95mi

Elevation +

1512f

TrailRank

9

Easy walk for the first half. Towards the top, I walk up the longer but easier rocky path, and descend via the shorter but steeper path which requires a short usage of wall staples and chains.

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Paardevlei circuit

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andynct

Distance

1.89mi

Elevation +

26f

TrailRank

9

Easy walk around Paardevlei. A mix of nature reserve and farm Lots of bird life, springbok and Aberdeen Angus cattle. In summer the vlei is dry, in winter, particularly around September it is full.

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La Mont Waterfall Walk, Bonnievale, Western Cape, South Africa

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Two Trailblazers

Distance

1.78mi

Elevation +

469f

TrailRank

9

This trail takes in a quaint forest and little waterfall at the turn around point from the La Mont Cheese parking area. Ideal for young families - take along sunscreen. hat, water and some snacks to feast on at the wa...

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Table mountain

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Ahmed Ali Almualla

Distance

3.35mi

Elevation +

2566f

TrailRank

49

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Oranjezicht

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SA 26

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ulisses.gdn

Distance

2.86mi

Elevation +

558f

TrailRank

39

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A Robberg Reserve é um dos lugares mais bonitos que já vi. Gostaria de ter passado o dia lá mas por casa do planejamento fizemos uma visita rápida. O ingresso custa R50 por pessoa e além das praias é possível observar os...

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Hogsback Arboretum Short Walk

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Chris Eady

Distance

1.17mi

Elevation +

233f

TrailRank

39

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Trail through the Arboretum up to 39 Steps Waterfall and to the Redwoods. Easy short walk

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Wilderness - Touwnsriver - RN Sud-àfrica

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homefosc

Distance

5.36mi

Elevation +

620f

TrailRank

33

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Camí que segueix el riu Touwnsriver fins al salt d'aigua a 4km aproximadament. Es pot seguir el camí més enllà, no gaire més però. Gairebé tot el camí està condicionat amb passarel·les de fusta, la resta és molt planer i...

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Vergelegen Farm Walk

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Chris Eady

Distance

3.88mi

Elevation +

95f

TrailRank

33

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A walk around the Orchards, Vineyards, river and Forest areas, easy, no incline.

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Platteklip Gorge vanaf liftstation

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Gocin

Distance

6.01mi

Elevation +

2408f

TrailRank

32

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Steile trap. Lange mooie route. Familie met kids.

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Witsieshoek trail

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giftojewels

Distance

6.09mi

Elevation +

2349f

TrailRank

29| 4.67

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Witsieshoek Walk lodge

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Walker Bay - Klipgat cave

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homefosc

Distance

1.43mi

Elevation +

174f

TrailRank

29

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Walker Bay és una platja de catorze quilòmetres, verge, sols la visiten els guies amb els vehicles autoritzats, i la gent que vol caminar els seus catorze quilòmetres de platges verges. En el començament del camí per on ...

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Spier Vineyard Sunset Walk (Stellenbosch)

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Chris Eady

Distance

5.01mi

Elevation +

348f

TrailRank

27

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A walk through the vineyards and farmlands of Spier

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Beautiful Bosch Hoek

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Rhino and Hedgehog

Distance

4.44mi

Elevation +

167f

TrailRank

27

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A short walk around the golf course and dam. Very lush and beautiful. A hidden gem in KZN Midlands.

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Mouth trail

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halfarre

Distance

1.54mi

Elevation +

292f

TrailRank

27

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Passeig fins a la desembocadura del riu Mouth. Per unes passarel·les en perfecte estat, potser la única dificultat siguin les escales empinades fins arribar als ponts penjants, els quals pel pas de la pròpia gent es moue...

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