Nature and Wildlife

The Khomas Hochland Hiking Trail: Six Days of Grit, Laughter & Namibia’s Wilderness

The Khomas Hochland Hiking Trail, just outside Windhoek, Namibia, is not just a hike — it’s an unforgettable adventure through rugged kloofs, wide plateaus, dry waterfalls, and thorny bushveld.

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13 Peaks Completing Suther Peak

Su(ff)ther Peak and Chapman’s Peak: Wet Bums and a Whole Lot of Adventure

13 Peaks Challenge Cape Town           Hiking Peak 6 and 7 of the 13 Peaks Challenge, 21–22 June 2025 Peak 5 Behind; Peak 6 Ahead When you sign up for Cape Town’s legendary 13 Peaks Challenge, you sign up for everything: dazzling views (even if obscured by thick fog and mist),

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13 peaks challenge peak 5 Klein Leeukoppie

Drenched on Little Lion’s Head: When Rain and Wrong Turns Rule Your 13 Peaks Adventure

        The Best-Laid Plans (Drenched in Reality) Monday 16 June dawned grey and moody—typical Cape Town winter weather. It was meant to be leg 3 of our 13 Peaks Challenge. For Peaks 1-4 go here.   The goal: two peaks—Little Lion’s Head (Klein Leeukoppie) and Suther Peak—from the spot we’d ended on

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Gifberg Hiking Trails

What starts as a fun Easter weekend escape quickly turns into an unforgettable tale of laughter, heatstroke, broken boots, and surprise stargazing. From the easy Spoelgat Trail to the gruelling Boesmans Roete, join us on the Gifberg Holiday Farm hike that tested our limits and left us with stories we’ll tell around campfires forever. Ready for adventure? This is the one blog post you don’t want to miss.

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The Ultimate Guide to the Drakensberg Mini Traverse

  What to Know Before You Hike the Drakensberg Traverse Up To Sentinel Peak This trek is not for beginners. It demands gear, grit, and flexibility. You’ll be in Lesotho most of the time, with little access to rescue or comfort. You may meet shepherds, feel uneasy about giving food, hear tales of cross-border livestock smuggling,

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Kirstenbosch Gardens

Discover the beauty of Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden—South Africa’s floral paradise. Whether hiking scenic trails, strolling through indigenous gardens, or enjoying a picnic and summer concerts, Kirstenbosch offers a breathtaking escape. Explore its rich biodiversity, iconic Boomslang Canopy Walkway, and deep cultural heritage. A must-visit destination in Cape Town!

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