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Walking Holidays in South Africa

From incredible safari tours of the Big 5 to roaming sumptuous vineyards in world-class wine regions, a walking holiday in South Africa’s year-round sun has it all. Choose to follow the Garden Route and discover enchanted thick forest, carpets of wildflowers, and tantalising azure lagoons. Or, admire the incredible panoramic views, carved out rock formations, and deep-ridged valleys while hiking the Drakensberg Mountain range; stretching over 1,000 kilometres, the Drakensberg Mountains provide some of South Africa’s most breathtaking geological features. Sculptured arches, soaring buttresses, towering waterfalls, golden sandstone ramparts, and the world-famous natural amphitheatre have earned this region UNESCO status as a site of exceptional natural beauty. 

Acclimatise to the mountain air with a bathe in the warm blue pools at the base of Doreen Falls before walking to see 4,000-year-old cave art of the indigenous San people. In the heart of the Winelands, we’ll stretch our legs through verdant rolling vineyards before sampling the robust local flavours in the distinguished Stellenbosch estate. 

Or, reconnect with nature on South Africa’s Garden Route. Our path weaves through fairytale emerald forest, sand-stroked estuaries, and glistening lagoons on the Waterfall Trail. Then, we’ll caress the Indian Ocean, climbing sandstone peninsulas along sun-kissed shores until we reach De Rust’s iron-rich soils and crystalised caverns.

Why visit South Africa?

With more than a dozen National Park Reserves, South Africa provides a rich and diverse terrain for a spectacular array of wildlife. Safari with our expert bushman guides to spot lions, elephants, black rhinos, and meerkats. Then, watch migrating whales from the top of mighty sandstone cliffs, or catch a glimpse of cheeky penguins playing on the beach. 

South Africa is one of the six floral kingdoms of the world, homing over 20,000 species of wildflowers. White, purple, pink, red and flaming oranges create a tapestry of colour carpeting our routes through shrubland, forest, and rocky coast. 

Why book with Ramble Worldwide Holidays?

Travel with us and you’ll be accompanied by one of our highly-knowledgeable leaders, who will not only help you navigate the route but provide you with fascinating local insights along the way. Our small-group tours connect you with like-minded travellers so it’s easy to make friends as you explore gorgeous landscapes and experience fascinating new cultures.

As a pioneer of sustainable travel, our Heart and Sole project is proud to sponsor local community projects, learn more about the great work we do with Royal Drakensberg Primary School on your trip to South Africa. Book today with Ramble Worldwide. 

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Take in four countries, myriad landscapes and endless wildlife viewing possibilities on our journey of a lifetime!

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Grade 3

We still class this level as leisurely; walks are generally a little longer than level 2, with undulations but over a longer distance. Where sightseeing distances are longer, we take a full day with opportunities to stop, rest and refuel. Generally, itineraries involve easy countryside walking with plenty of breaks,   

Usual daily walks - Distance: 4 miles; Ascent/Descent 300m; Terrain: generally good paths and tracks; Walking Time: Half Day or Full Day walks. 

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South Africa: Walks along the Garden Route

South Africa: Walks along the Garden Route

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Explore the finest coastal trails, forests and gorges on our South Africa Garden Route tour.

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Moderate

Grade 4

Usually, your walk will take up the whole day at a moderate pace. Terrain will often be hilly and paths generally good. Note that on holidays in mountainous areas, expect some rougher paths. An average walk length is 6 miles but expect this to vary from as little as 3 miles on a sightseeing day and up to 10 miles on a full day dependant on the amount of ascent and decent required.  

Usual daily walks - Distance: 6 miles; Ascent/Descent 500m; Terrain: sometimes hilly and undulating on good paths and tracks; Walking Time: Day walks. 

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