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  1. Brandwag Buttress Day Hiking Trail
    Brandwag Buttress Day Hiking Trail
    First Ascent
    20 April 2020
    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.
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  2. Sentinel Peak Day Hiking Trail
    Sentinel Peak Day Hiking Trail
    First Ascent
    20 April 2020
    The Sentinel Peak is located in the breathtaking Ukhahlamba-Drakensberg Park is also sometimes referred to as the ‘chain ladders’ hike.
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  3. Drakensberg Amphitheatre Hike
    Drakensberg Amphitheatre Hike
    Patrick Richardson
    16 January 2020
    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.
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  4. Tsitsikamma Waterfall Day Hiking Trail
    Tsitsikamma Waterfall Day Hiking Trail
    First Ascent
    20 April 2020
    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.
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  5. Hennops Crocodile Day Hiking Trail
    Hennops Crocodile Day Hiking Trail
    First Ascent
    20 April 2020
    Located near Saulsville in the Hennops Nature Reserve is the elusive Crocodile trail.
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  6. God’s Window Day Hike
    God’s Window Day Hike
    First Ascent
    20 April 2020
    The God’s Window Day Hike is Situated in the Blyde River Canyon, Mpumalanga. This popular day hike boasts with a jaw-dropping forest setting and is perfect for the entire family.
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  7. Rim of Africa Multi-Day Hiking Trails
    Rim of Africa Multi-Day Hiking Trails
    First Ascent
    05 June 2020
    The iconic Rim of Africa multi-day hiking trail stretches from the majestic Cederberg mountain range, all the way to Outeniqua and consists of 9 Traverses to choose from.
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  8. Tankwa Camino Multi-Day Hike
    Tankwa Camino Multi-Day Hike
    First Ascent
    06 May 2020
    It has been said that hiking the Tankwa Camino multi-day route is a test of willpower and that hikers usually find themselves aghast at the starkly beautiful scenery this route has to offer with its extraordinary landscapes and calming hues of red, purple and brown.
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  9. The 3 Best MTB Trails in Gauteng
    The 3 Best MTB Trails in Gauteng
    First Ascent
    29 July 2020
    Looking for some MTB route inspo? We've got you covered with Gauteng's best MTB routes for novices and seasoned riders alike.
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  10. Hiking through a world heritage site
    Hiking through a world heritage site
    Cornelius van Niekerk
    05 February 2020
    Taking the road less hiked through the protected Cape Floral Region: Groot Winterhoek Wilderness Area
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  11. Dassie Day Hiking Trail
    Dassie Day Hiking Trail
    First Ascent
    20 April 2020
    Situated near the Augrabies Falls National Park, the Dassie Trail is an easy hike perfect for the entire family.
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  12. Tackling the Trails of Jonkershoek, Western Cape
    Tackling the Trails of Jonkershoek, Western Cape
    Nolan Govender
    29 October 2020
    The Jonkershoek Nature Reserve is home to the majestic Jonkershoek Mountains and parts of the Jonkershoek valley. If you're looking to tackle some trails in the Cape Winelands, this is your go-to.
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  13. Top 3 Tar Bikepacking Routes in the Western Cape
    Top 3 Tar Bikepacking Routes in the Western Cape
    Seamus Allardice
    23 February 2021
    Looking for easy exploration options for DIY bikepacking adventures? These three all-asphalt tours will get you out the front door and onto the open road in no time.
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  14. Suicide Gorge: Failure to Launch
    Suicide Gorge: Failure to Launch
    Seamus Allardice
    23 November 2020
    What makes a successful trip, asks Seamus Allardice? Is it completing the designated route, returning home safely, having fun or leaving satisfied by the choices you made when things were beyond your comfort level? When is it okay to pull the plug on an adventure without feeling like you chickened out? In some cases, the answer is easier than others…
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  15. Top 10 Camping Spots in South Africa to visit in 2024
    Top 10 Camping Spots in South Africa to visit in 2024
    First Ascent
    01 January 2024
    Looking for the perfect camping spot for your next getaway? We've got you covered. Read below for our list of the Top 10 camping spots around South Africa to visit in 2022.
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  16. Top 5 Best Pet-Friendly Camping Spots in South Africa
    Top 5 Best Pet-Friendly Camping Spots in South Africa
    First Ascent
    27 July 2020
    We’ve compiled the below list of pet-friendly camping spots across South Africa to help you choose your next epic getaway with your pet.
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