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Exploring the Drakensberg: A Quick Guide to 7 Top Trails

Introduction The Drakensberg, South Africa’s majestic mountain range, is a hiker’s paradise. Known for its dramatic peaks, lush valleys, and diverse wildlife, it offers trails for all skill levels. Whether you’re an adventurer seeking a [...]
4-Day Hikes

Hermanus Hop

Beauty: 4/5 – Hermanus offers one of the best whale-watching opportunities in the world. This trail features a scenic mix of dramatic cliffs, rolling waves of the Southern Ocean, and the tranquil beauty of the [...]
6 Days or More

The Tsitsikamma Trail

The Tsitsikamma Trail is a highly regarded multi-day hiking trail in the Garden Route, known as the third jewel in its crown. It serves as an excellent alternative when the Otter Trail or Outeniqua Trail [...]
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Hi-Tec launches Hi-Tec One Initiative

There is only one planet earth, sky, ocean, nature and as people Hi-Tec believes we all have a responsibility to make eco-friendly choices. The Hi-Tec One initiative contributes meaningfully to Hi-Tec’s sustainability commitments and its [...]
Gear Reviews

Review: JR Gear Helium 750

A no-frills sleeping bag, designed for hiking, with a versatile temperature rating for colder conditions and an attractive Rand-to-gram ratio. Key information Price (at time of writing): R5619 Weight: 1257g (with stuff-sack) Temperature rating: Comfort: [...]

Hi-Tec launches Hi-Tec One Initiative

March 31, 2023 0

There is only one planet earth, sky, ocean, nature and as people Hi-Tec believes we all have a responsibility to make eco-friendly choices. The Hi-Tec One initiative contributes meaningfully to Hi-Tec’s sustainability commitments and its [...]
Review: Gregory Stout 70

November 25, 2022 2
Wild Country tents by Terra Nova

October 17, 2022 0
SCARPA® Footwear Now Available in SA

June 28, 2022 1
A Mini Traverse with Mini Humans

November 28, 2021 3
Review: Forever Fresh Freeze-Dried Meals

September 25, 2021 14

There & Back Safely

May 10, 2018 3

In 2014, Cape Nature released There & Back Safely – a hiker safety booklet about hiking protocol, etiquette, technique, personal safety, responsibilities and emergency procedures. It is as applicable now as it was then. All […]

Resources

The Leave No Trace Seven Principles

August 27, 2017 0

The Leave No Trace Seven Principles are the bedrock of the Leave No Trace program. They provide guidance to enjoy our natural world in a sustainable way that avoids human-created impacts. The principles have been […]