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12-Hour Waterfall Rescue Near Hekpoort

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

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

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

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.

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Hi-Tec launches Hi-Tec One Initiative

Discover Hi-Tec’s new sustainability initiative — Hi-Tec One — featuring recycled materials, local partnerships, and a renewed commitment to protecting the planet.

Hi-Tec launches Hi-Tec One Initiative

Discover Hi-Tec’s new sustainability initiative — Hi-Tec One — featuring recycled materials, local partnerships, and a renewed commitment to protecting the planet.

Video: Summer in the Mountains

Video: Summer in the Mountains

Arno Pouwels captures the wild summer moods of the Drakensberg — from rain and thunder to golden mountain light.

Video: Summer in the Mountains

Arno Pouwels captures the wild summer moods of the Drakensberg — from rain and thunder to golden mountain light.