Current Hike Schedule

For notes and more information on participating on our hikes please click here.

GRADINGS OF HIKES

  • FF Family friendly.
  • PF Pet friendly.
  • Easy - A short, flattish walk 3-8kms
  • Moderate - 8-15km hike without big and steep inclines. Physical fitness advisable
  • Difficult - 8-25kms, steep inclines and possibly some moderate rock scrambling and/or rocky paths and/or no paths and/or tricky river crossings. Physical fitness essential
  • Very difficult - more than 8kms with many extremes. Physical fitness absolutely essential.

DRAKENSBERG MOUNTAIN RETREAT – OLIVIERSHOEK

An opportunity to share the breathtaking views from this rooftop Pass overlooking the Free State and Natal in all their beauty, following trails that are steeped in history. There is something for all levels in
1 May 2026
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4 May 2026
Grading: Moderate
Leader: Hettie
Exposure Scale: Mild
Distance: Varied
Cost: R500pppn

TWIN FALLS FARM – KARKLOOF

Join us for a scenic hike from the stunning ‘Braco’, 14 acres of prime gardens, through this mist-belt grassland and forest biome. Surrounded by rolling green hills, wild natural bush, indigenous fauna and flora to
3 May 2026
Grading: Easy to Moderate
Leader: Janna
Exposure Scale: None
Distance: 8.5km
Cost: R75pp

MOUNT PERAZIM HIKING TRAIL, ST FORT FARM, CLARENS

2 day slackpack, circular route. Overnight Friday at base camp, Saturday hike up to the cave (9km). Groundsheets and mattresses supplied, ablutions, braai facilities – all you need is a sleeping bag and food. Sunday
8 May 2026
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10 May 2026
Grading: Moderate
Leader: Hettie
Exposure Scale: Minimal
Distance: +/- 18kms round trip
Cost: R750 + R200 slackpacking fee

KENNETH STAINBANK NATURE RESERVE, YELLOWWOOD PARK

We will hike through the gorgeous grasslands and yellowwood tree coastal forests. A chance to spot zebras, bushbuck, mongoose and birds and the ruins of Coedmore Castle
9 May 2026
Grading: Moderate
Leader: Nonhlanhla & Sthabiso
Exposure Scale: mild
Distance: 13km
Cost: R60pp

MINERVA HEIGHTS, Byrne Valley

A challenging but spectacular hike through the natural forest at Enon Forestry. A steep climb from the carpark up onto the krantz above. Beautiful views
10 May 2026
Grading: Very Difficult
Leader: Renata
Exposure Scale: High
Distance: 10km
Cost: R25

NHLOSANE – 2ND OF 2026 BIG 4 CHALLENGE

A great trail which starts and ends at Mount Park Guest Farm who charge a small fee to be paid on arrival. Natural forests with rivers and little waterfalls open up to grasslands with beautiful
17 May 2026
Grading: Difficult
Leader: Ali
Exposure Scale: High
Distance: approx 6 kms (route dependant)
Cost: TBA

MAHAI CAMPING WEEKEND – RNNP

Camping Weekend, Saturday and Sunday (possibly Friday). Meet at RNNP Main Office at 8:00am Please make own bookings with QEP Sat – day walk to Tugela Gorge and Tunnel – 14km total. Sun – Walk
23 May 2026
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24 May 2026
Grading: Moderate
Leader: Deon
Exposure Scale: Nil
Distance: 14 & 11 km
Cost: R180 pppn

KRANTZKLOOF NATURE RESERVE, KLOOF

Meet in the carpark off Kloof Falls Road.This is a 4hr/10km hike through indigenous forest and grassland. Along the Beacon Trail we have views of the Molweni Gorge, rock cliffs and waterfalls. We switch to
30 May 2026
Grading: Moderate
Leader: Graham
Exposure Scale: High
Distance: 10 km
Cost: R70pp

KWAWULA GAME ESTATE, Karkloof

A lovely tour of this estate, along paths in an undulating grassland and indigenous forest landscape, with the added attraction of seeing a wide range of antelope. We will have lunch at a lovely tranquil
31 May 2026
Grading: Easy
Leader: Carol
Exposure Scale: None
Distance: 8km

GRADINGS OF HIKES

  • FF Family friendly.
  • PF Pet friendly.
  • Easy - A short, flattish walk 3-8kms
  • Moderate - 8-15km hike without big and steep inclines. Physical fitness advisable
  • Difficult - 8-25kms, steep inclines and possibly some moderate rock scrambling and/or rocky paths and/or no paths and/or tricky river crossings. Physical fitness essential
  • Very difficult - more than 8kms with many extremes. Physical fitness absolutely essential.

NOTES ABOUT HIKING

  1. Hikes are graded so that members can select the activity best suited to their own level of fitness and do not cause unreasonable delay to fellow hikes.
  2. Contact the leader of a day hike at least 3 days in advance of your intention to participate. If you need to cancel, please contact the leader as soon as possible. Numbers are often limited and there may be a waiting list.
  3. Contact the leader of a camping weekend at least one week in advance of your intention to participate.
  4. If accommodation bookings are required, please contact the leader at your earliest convenience to secure yourself a booking.
  5. Leaders have the prerogative to exclude a member if they doubt their health condition, physical fitness or suitability of their hiking gear for a particular activity.
  6. Advise the leader of any medical condition prior to any hike & carry the necessary medication – The leader will not administer First Aid.
  7. Carry your medical aid, doctor, and close family friend contact details in your backpack at all times. We encourage all hikers to attach their membership badges to their backpacks with these details available.
  8. Further information on the Rules and Regulations, for your safety, please click here.