Visit Swartberg hiking Trail
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The Western Cape, Oudtshoorn
Hiking trails - (+27) 044-279-1739
Various hiking options are possible, ranging form easy day-hikes to a fairly demanding five-day route. The five-day trail has three alternative starting points with overnight huts at Ou Tol, Bothashoek (Ou Tol to Bothashoek: 4 hours) and Gouekrans (Bothashoek to Gouekrans: 4,5 hours): which has a panoramic view over the landscape dominated by Cape fold mountains. This trail leads hikers past rock formations, incredible views and unspoilt mountain fynbos.
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The Pearl Of Oudtshoorn
A hidden gem amidst the mountainous splendor of Oudtshoorn. Nestled between the Outeniqua and Swartberg mountain ranges, offering some of South Africa’s most renowned attractions...
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Contact Details for Swartberg hiking Trail
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Additional information for Swartberg hiking Trail.
Nearest Town: Oudtshoorn - 20km Region: Little Karoo Nature Reserve: Swartberg Special Interests: Fynbos; scenery; snow in winter; birding Prohibitions and hazards: no dogs; no fires Trail Distance: Day 1: 12km Day 2: 13km Day 3: 14km Day 4: 13km Day 5: 9km Hut Capacity: 3 huts, maximum 18 people
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Map and directions to Swartberg hiking Trail.
Directions to Swartberg hiking Trail
GPS co-ordinates:
33° 20' 50" S
21° 54' 16.4" E
Swartberg Nature Reserve. 20 km from Oudtshoorn
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