Green Flag Accredited Hiking and Canoe Trails

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  • Green Flag Accredited Hiking and Canoe Trails: Benchmarking Quality, Safety, and Sustainability in Outdoor Adventure

    Green Flag Accredited Trails represent the gold standard in hiking and canoeing experiences across Southern Africa. Managed under the auspices of the Hiking Organisation of Southern Africa (HOSA), the Green Flag system provides a transparent, credible benchmark that assures outdoor enthusiasts of a trail’s quality, safety, and environmental responsibility.

    Trails that receive Green Flag status undergo a rigorous and independent audit and certification process, ensuring they meet internationally aligned criteria. These include assessments of trail signage, infrastructure, emergency procedures, environmental impact, difficulty grading, and trail maintenance. Whether you’re a solo hiker, a family group, or a seasoned adventurer, a Green Flag trail offers peace of mind and a professionally managed experience.

    Green Flag accreditation applies to a wide variety of trails—from multi-day hiking routes in mountain reserves to paddle trails along scenic rivers and estuaries. This certification helps visitors make informed choices about the trails they choose, matching their fitness levels, interests, and safety requirements.

    The Green Flag system also supports trail developers and custodians by offering guidance on best practices, safety protocols, and environmental sustainability. By encouraging responsible trail management, the initiative plays a crucial role in conservation, rural tourism development, and the promotion of eco-friendly adventure travel.

    For international visitors, tour operators, and local adventurers alike, the Green Flag logo has become a trusted indicator of trail excellence—ensuring memorable, safe, and environmentally sound outdoor experiences across South Africa and beyond.

    Choosing a Green Flag Accredited Trail means choosing a quality-assured adventure—one that respects nature, prioritises safety, and delivers exceptional outdoor value.

Green Flag Accredited Hiking and Canoe Trails Operators

Blue Mountain Trail - Slackpacking

Blue Mountain Trail – Slackpacking in the Agulhas Region Step into the rugged beauty and cultural charm of the Blue Mountain Trail, a three-day slackpacking hike in the Overberg’s Agulhas Plain. This fully catered and guided experience allows hikers to explore the stunning fynbos-covere...

Giants Cup Trail - Slackpacking

Giants Cup Slackpacking Trail – Drakensberg Adventure Discover the majestic southern Drakensberg on the Giants Cup Slackpacking Trail, an unforgettable hiking experience that combines the thrill of the outdoors with the comfort of carefully selected accommodation. This trail follows the well-...

Green and Blue Mountain Trails - Guided Hiking

Green & Blue Mountain Trails – Guided Hiking in the Overberg The Green Mountain Trail and the Blue Mountain Trail are two of South Africa’s most celebrated guided slackpacking experiences, both set in the heart of the Cape Floral Kingdom in the scenic Overberg region. These trails a...

Green Mountain Trail - Slackpacking

Green Mountain Trail – Slackpacking in the Heart of the Overberg Discover one of South Africa’s most scenic slackpacking routes on the Green Mountain Trail, a four-day hiking adventure through the breathtaking Overberg region. Designed for those who love the outdoors but prefer the comf...

Hole in the Wall - Slackpacking

Hole in the Wall Hike – Discover the Wild Coast’s Untamed Beauty Step into the rugged beauty of South Africa’s Wild Coast with the Hole in the Wall Hike, a fully guided 3-day, 4-night adventure centred around the Ocean View Hotel in Coffee Bay. This unforgettable hiking experience...

Karoo Erdvark Trail - Slackpacking

Hiking Adventures in the Great Karoo Discover the soul of South Africa on foot with Karoo Erdvark Trails, an unforgettable hiking experience in the heart of the Great Karoo. Located on Rooiheuwel Farm, just 80 km west of Beaufort West, these trails showcase the rugged beauty of the Nuweveld Mountai...

Mountain View Trails - Slackpacking

Mountain View Trails – Slackpacking Adventures in the Cape Winelands Discover the ultimate hiking experience with Mountain View Trails, offering slackpacking adventures through the scenic Cape Winelands, including Tulbagh, Langebaan, Ceres, and Wellington. Combining adventure, nature, and wel...

Oystercatcher Trail - Slackpacking

Oystercatcher Trail – Luxury Slackpacking Along the Garden Route Experience the Oystercatcher Trail like never before with our luxury slackpacking adventure along South Africa’s stunning Garden Route. This four-day journey from Mossel Bay to the Gourits River combines the freedom of hik...

Tankwa Camino - Camino Routes

Tankwa Camino – A Pilgrimage Through the Desert of the Soul The Tankwa Camino is more than a walk—it is South Africa’s most profound pilgrimage. Over ten days, participants cover 232km on foot through the starkly beautiful Tankwa Karoo, a desert landscape that demands endurance wh...

The Dolphin Trail - Slackpacking

The Dolphin Trail – Luxury Slackpacking Along the Tsitsikamma Coast Experience the beauty of the Tsitsikamma Coast like never before with the Dolphin Trail, a luxury slackpacking hike that blends adventure with comfort. Over two exhilarating hiking days and three relaxing nights, this 17 km g...

The Donkey Trail - Slackpacking

The Donkey Trail – Gamkaskloof (Die Hel), South Africa The Donkey Trail is a 30 km, fully guided and catered hike through the breathtaking Gamkaskloof Valley, famously known as Die Hel. Spanning three nights and two full hiking days, this immersive experience offers both adventure and cultura...

The Fynbos Trail - Slackpacking

Discover the Magic of the Fynbos Trail – A Guided Hike Through the Cape Floral Kingdom The Fynbos Trail is one of South Africa’s most unique guided hiking experiences, offering a three-day, 26km slackpacking journey through the heart of the Cape Floral Kingdom. Designed for nature lover...

The Num Num Trail - Slackpacking

The Num Num Trail – Mpumalanga’s Hidden Hiking Gem Tucked away in the breathtaking highlands of Mpumalanga, the Num Num Trail is one of South Africa’s best-kept hiking secrets. This five-day, self-guided slackpacking route offers an immersive wilderness adventure through rugged go...

The Old Salt Trail - Slackpacking

Old Salt Slackpacking Trail | Soutpansberg, Limpopo Discover the beauty of Limpopo’s Soutpansberg Mountain Range on the Old Salt Slackpacking Trail, a premier hiking adventure that blends stunning landscapes, rich biodiversity, and cultural heritage. This trail is perfect for hikers who want ...

Tsitsikamma Mountain Trail - Slackpacking

Tsitsikamma Mountain Trail – Slackpacking Through Coastal Wilderness Embark on the ultimate outdoor adventure with the Tsitsikamma Mountain Trail Slackpacking, a unique experience combining scenic hiking with the ease of luggage transport. Nestled along South Africa’s spectacular Garden...

Wild Coast Hotel Hopping – Slackpacking

Wild Coast Walks – Guided Hikes Through South Africa’s Untamed Shores Wild Coast Walks invites you to explore one of South Africa’s most breathtaking and culturally rich regions on foot. Their guided hiking adventures trace the remote coastline of the Eastern Cape and KwaZulu-Nata...

Wild Coast Ranger Hike - Slackpacking

Ranger Hike – Wild Coast Guided Hiking Adventure Discover the unspoiled beauty of South Africa’s Wild Coast on the unforgettable Ranger Hike, a fully guided and catered two-day hiking experience for fit and adventurous explorers. This off-the-beaten-path route immerses you in traditiona...
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