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What Makes a Hiking Trail Difficult? Looking Be...
Two hikes of the same distance can demand very different levels of effort and experience. Learn how to assess climbing, terrain, navigation and conditions before choosing your next trail.
What Makes a Hiking Trail Difficult? Looking Be...
Two hikes of the same distance can demand very different levels of effort and experience. Learn how to assess climbing, terrain, navigation and conditions before choosing your next trail.
Your First Multi-day Hike: How to Choose a Trai...
Ready to take the step from day hikes to your first multi-day adventure? Learn how to choose a suitable trail, organise the logistics, prepare your gear and plan food and...
Your First Multi-day Hike: How to Choose a Trai...
Ready to take the step from day hikes to your first multi-day adventure? Learn how to choose a suitable trail, organise the logistics, prepare your gear and plan food and...
12-Hour Waterfall Rescue Near Hekpoort
A hiker was critically injured after a waterfall jump went wrong near Hekpoort. MSAR Gauteng and emergency responders carried him 4km to safety during a 12-hour rescue effort over steep,...
12-Hour Waterfall Rescue Near Hekpoort
A hiker was critically injured after a waterfall jump went wrong near Hekpoort. MSAR Gauteng and emergency responders carried him 4km to safety during a 12-hour rescue effort over steep,...
New Route Markers on the Ribbok Trail
The SANParks Honorary Rangers have upgraded the Ribbok Trail in Golden Gate Highlands National Park with new route markers. This scenic 28 km two-day hike explores highland grasslands, sandstone cliffs,...
New Route Markers on the Ribbok Trail
The SANParks Honorary Rangers have upgraded the Ribbok Trail in Golden Gate Highlands National Park with new route markers. This scenic 28 km two-day hike explores highland grasslands, sandstone cliffs,...
Everyday Hiking Hero: Dawid de Wet
Meet Dawid de Wet, a Graaff Reinet local who’s been hiking since childhood. From Drakensberg ridges to dry Karoo riverbeds, Dawid embodies the spirit of simple, soulful adventure and a...
Everyday Hiking Hero: Dawid de Wet
Meet Dawid de Wet, a Graaff Reinet local who’s been hiking since childhood. From Drakensberg ridges to dry Karoo riverbeds, Dawid embodies the spirit of simple, soulful adventure and a...
A New Look for a New Chapter
We’re entering a new era at Hiking South Africa — with a fresh look, exciting initiatives, and a renewed passion for building and inspiring the hiking community.
A New Look for a New Chapter
We’re entering a new era at Hiking South Africa — with a fresh look, exciting initiatives, and a renewed passion for building and inspiring the hiking community.