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Sibusiso Vilane shares his 2020 hiking journal with us. "That was the moment I discovered why people go up to these wild and natural places. They go there to feed the soul, the spirit and the mind."

If you want to combine a pure trail running route experience with some of the greatest scenery known to man, then the Num-Num Trail, also a well-known hiking trail, is just what the doctor ordered.

The Addo Elephant National park offers a variety of multi-day hiking trails, namely the Alexandria Hiking Trail, Zuurberg Hiking Trail & PPC Discovery Trail.

The Fanie Botha hiking trail is home to various hikes ranging from two- to five nights. Situated in the scenic area of Sabie in Mpumalanga, this multi-day hiking trail is located on the Drakensberg mountain range and boasts with sights that can easily take your breath away.

This four-day slackpacking trail takes you around the Groenlanberg in the Overberg region of the Western Cape with its fine tapestry of fruit (and wine) farms, as well as some indigenous fynbos.

Situated in the Klipriviersberg Nature Reserve, the combination of the Bloubos & Beacon trails makes for a perfect day hike loop for the more experienced hiker.

Hanglip, which translates to ‘hanging lip’ in Afrikaans is located just outside Louis Trichardt in Limpopo. This area is known to provide some of the most informative birding in the entire province, making it the perfect hike for budding enthusiasts.

Known as the second largest canyon in the world, the Fish River Canyon is a bucket list multi-day hike for any adventurer.

The iconic Three Peaks route is a breathtaking traverse of Cape Town’s best-known peaks, namely Table Mountain, Devil’s Peak & Lion’s Head.

This relatively short, yet scenic trail doesn’t reach the top of the buttress, but enables the hiker to see the entire area’s majestic scenery and geology.

The Sentinel Peak is located in the breathtaking Ukhahlamba-Drakensberg Park is also sometimes referred to as the ‘chain ladders’ hike.

The Amphitheatre hike is certainly one of my favourite hikes in the Drakensberg Mountains, its scenic, its short, and it’s relatively easy compared to other hikes in the berg. The hike is only 14km long with a big portion of the terrain being somewhat flat, so it can easily be done in a day although I prefer to spend the night on top as it is more rewarding.

The Leopard Trail is a 4-day slack-packing hike that starts and ends at the Cedar Falls Base Camp in the Western Cape. This multi-day hike is ideal for adventure seekers looking to hike, and relax in relative style.

The silent forest backdrop makes the Tsitsikamma Waterfall trail the ideal hike for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of the rat race.

Located near Saulsville in the Hennops Nature Reserve is the elusive Crocodile trail.

Situated in the Blyde River Canyon located near Thaba Chew in Mpumalanga, this popular day hike boasts with a jaw-dropping forest setting and is perfect for the entire family.