Camino Routes - South Africa

Camino Routes in South Africa – A Pilgrimage of Discovery

South Africa’s Camino routes offer a uniquely local take on the world-famous Camino de Santiago pilgrimage, inviting travellers to embark on a journey of reflection, connection, and scenic wonder. These walking routes combine the spirit of pilgrimage with South Africa’s rich natural and cultural landscapes, creating experiences that are both grounding and inspiring.

Several Camino-style routes have been established across the country, each offering something special. The Cape Camino, for example, traverses the diverse landscapes of the Western Cape, from vineyards and fynbos-covered hills to coastal paths and spiritual sites. The Tankwa Camino is a more challenging journey, leading pilgrims through the stark beauty of the Karoo, a place of silence and solitude that invites deep introspection. The Karoo Camino and others around the Eastern Cape and KwaZulu-Natal provide further opportunities for spiritual exploration, heritage immersion, and meaningful personal experiences.

While some routes are completed in a few days, others take over a week and involve daily walks of up to 25 km. Accommodation is typically arranged in farmhouses, small towns, or guest lodges, where warm South African hospitality plays a key role in the journey. Along the way, pilgrims are encouraged to disconnect from modern distractions and reconnect with nature, themselves, and others.

Whether you're walking for spiritual reasons, personal growth, or simply to enjoy the peace of the countryside, South Africa’s Camino routes provide a soulful, slow-travel experience that celebrates both journey and destination.