by Frank Dwyer | May 24, 2022
Based at theLAB Robertson, luxury Cape Dutch style guesthouse, the trail is located in the charming rural area of Klaasvoogds West. theLAB Robertson Walk and Wine Trail is a 3 day guided hike that gives guests an opportunity to discover this magnificent area on foot. Explore the part of the Breede River Valley, between Robertson and Ashton at the heart of the R62 Wine Route…
by Frank Dwyer | May 8, 2021
The Leopard Trail is understandably becoming one of the most popular trails in the country. The route provides one of the rare opportunities to walk in the Biviaankloof Wilderness Reserve, spending 3 nights in the rustic comfort, in the magnificent setting of the majestic kloofs. The basic trail is a self-catered slackpacking option where we provide the added value of a fully catered…
by Frank Dwyer | Nov 19, 2020
Close to the Northern Cape border, south of Vanrhynsdorp and the flower region of the Matzikamma, lie the Gifberg Mountains. They stand out from the surrounding plains, but only once you start driving up the Gifberg Pass, do you get a sense of the scenic beauty of these impressive crags. Over the top of the pass you will find the Gifberg Holiday Farm…
by Frank Dwyer | Sep 28, 2020
Gifberg Holiday Farm – Day 1 This was my break-out hiking adventure after months of Covid-19 lockdown. I had not been to the Gifberg Holiday Farm for over ten years and when it became uncertain at what stage we would be allowed to travel across provincial borders, it...
by Frank Dwyer | Sep 11, 2020
Experience the Whale Trail Slackpacker style. Spaces still available for 27th June 2023 The Whale Trail is one of South Africa's iconic trails, with bookings opening a year in advance. Situated in the De Hoop Nature Reserve, the is operated by Cape Nature. The route...