The Fynbos Trail
Trails, Tales and Terrapins The Fynbos Trail in the Stanford-Hermanus area is my all-time favourite, and this past hike marked my seventh time soaking in its rich biodiversity and remarkable…
Author: Gabiba
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10 Posts
The ‘real’ Tankwa Trail Run
Tankwa Karoo Trail Run The Tankwa Karoo Trail Run was more than just a race—it was an experience that combined the beauty of a remote desert, the joy of community,…
The AAC Captain’s Challenge 2024
AAC at Bay 2 Bay 15km & 30 km Captain Who? Hosting the AAC gazebo at Two Oceans If you run for Atlantic Athletic Club, you are eligible for the…
Fairview Goat Run
The GOAT Trail Run: Paarl’s Peaks Saturday 5 October, I found myself on the start line of the GOAT Trail Run in Paarl, facing the looming challenge of 28 kilometers…
Magnificent Magoebaskloof (Part II)
Day 4: Dokolewa Pools Hut to Seepsteen Hut By day four, the weather had shifted dramatically. The temperature soared, and the humidity made the hike more challenging than any of…
Magnificent Magoebaskloof (Part I)
The Soul-Renewing Beauty of the Magoebaskloof Hiking Trail There are few places that truly capture the essence of nature in its raw, unfiltered beauty. Magoebaskloof, nestled in the misty highlands…
Run & Ride McGregor: Inaugural Edition
Run2Nowhere Reboot A Weekend of Sport, Art, and Sunshine The inaugural Run & Ride McGregor event, nestled in the heart of the Western Cape, promised a weekend filled with adventure,…
The Perdekop Hiking Trail
Mont Rochelle Nature Reserve, Franschhoek Perdekop: The Crown Jewel in the Mont Rochelle Nature Reserve Just outside the charming town of Franschhoek, the Mont Rochelle Nature Reserve offers a…
The PUfHie Trail Run
Celebrating 30 Years of The PUFfeR A Personal Journey with the PUfHie Party Bus The PUFfeR Trail Run isn’t just an event; it’s a rite of passage for trail runners,…
Nuweberg Circuit
Reverse Sphinx Rainbow Route Elgin/Grabouw: A Trail Through Nature When people think of the Elgin/Grabouw region, their minds often go to the sprawling orchards that supply South Africa with its…