Oudtshoorn - Slackpacking

Slackpacking in Oudtshoorn, Little Karoo - Guided Hiking Trails.

40 kilometres from Oudtshoorn is the Swartberg Nature Reserve and the Gamkaskloof. This valley, which was accessed only by the 'donkey trail' until a road was built in the 1960s, is loved by sports enthusiasts who are drawn to its beauty and isolation.

Four days and three nights on the 'Donkey Trail' will immerse you in the history, culture and spectacular natural beauty of the region. Catered meals, comfortable…

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Slackpacking in Oudtshoorn
Slackpacking in Oudtshoorn

Slackpacking in Oudtshoorn, Little Karoo - Guided Hiking Trails.

40 kilometres from Oudtshoorn is the Swartberg Nature Reserve and the Gamkaskloof. This valley, which was accessed only by the 'donkey trail' until a road was built in the 1960s, is loved by sports enthusiasts who are drawn to its beauty and isolation.

Four days and three nights on the 'Donkey Trail' will immerse you in the history, culture and spectacular natural beauty of the region. Catered meals, comfortable overnight stops and having your bags transported to your day's end location make this a pleasant way to experience 26km of hiking trail.

A biodiversity hotspot, the area is rich in bird and plant life.  This route celebrates the Gamkaskloof and uses trained guides from the local community who accompany hikers and share their extensive knowledge of the history, culture and nature of the area.

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Oudtshoorn | Slackpacking - The Donkey Trail - Slackpacking

The Donkey Trail is a 30km, 3 night, two day, guided and fully catered hike into Gamkaskloof (Die Hel). The trail was started as a community development and animal rescue initiative and has become a popular hike with both local and foreign hikers. Trained guides from the local community accompany hikers for the duration of the trail and donkeys, also part of the history of the region, carry all......
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Oudtshoorn | Slackpacking - Trisport Wildehondekloof Game Reserve - Slackpacking

Trisport Wildehondekloof Game Reserve - Slackpacking. Enjoy an exhilarating slackpack hike or mountain bike adventure at Wildehondekloof Private Game Reserve! The 3-Day/4-Night Slack-pack Hike. Experience the thrill of a 3-day/4-night hike in a Private Game Reserve, surrounded by breathtaking wildlife and indulging in luxurious 4-star accommodations. Traverse the Garden route area of South an......
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