Tankwa Karoo - Camino Routes

Camino in the Tankwa Karoo – Step Into the Stillness

Walking a Camino through the Tankwa Karoo isn’t just a physical journey—it’s a spiritual reset through one of South Africa’s most profound and surreal landscapes. With its endless gravel roads, Martian-like plains, and star-pierced night skies, the Tankwa Karoo invites you to slow down, strip back, and walk with purpose.

This is not your typical hike. The Tankwa Camino is an endurance walk that stretches over hundreds of kilometres, challenging your limits while rewarding you with the kind of clarity only a desert can offer. Whether you join a fully supported group or walk a self-sufficient route, you’ll carry the essentials on your back, watch the horizon blur with every step, and find meaning in the silence.

Participants often describe the Tankwa Camino as life-changing. Each day’s walk brings a new rhythm, a deeper connection to the land, and an appreciation for simplicity. Along the way, the desert gifts you with raw beauty—dazzling sunrises, rugged mountains in the distance, and the unforgettable crunch of earth underfoot.

With Dirty Boots, you’ll find access to operators who help facilitate this unique experience, offering logistics, support, and guidance. Whether you're seeking solitude, transformation, or simply the challenge of finishing, the Tankwa Camino delivers in ways that go beyond the physical.