Richtersveld
Richersveld – Land of the Half-mens Namaqua2Richtersveld MTB Tour Located in the Northern Cape and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the area is characterized by dramatic mountain ranges, deep gorges, and arid desert plains while being renowned for its rich biodiversity...
Ystervarkpunt Lighthouse
YSTERVARKPUNT LIGHTHOUSE Day 1 on the Oystercatcher Trail Run Directly translated as “Iron Pig Point” or “Porcupine Point”, the lighthouse is situated within Gourikwa Reserve which is the venue for the first day of the Oyster Catcher Trail Run. The original steel...
WILDERNESS – SOX DAY 3
SOUTHERN CROSS 3-DAY TRAIL RUN – PART 3 - WILDERNESS Starting your journey from the ocean beach, you'll be greeted by the sound of crashing waves and the salty breeze, setting the tone for a refreshing adventure. As you make your way through the indigenous forest,...
Explore the Kalahari on your MTB or E MTB
Explore the Kalahari on your Mountain bike Riding through the Kalahari Desert is an incredible adventure. The vast expanse of red sand dunes, dry riverbeds, and granite koppies creates a dramatic and unforgiving landscape that is both beautiful and harsh. As you...
Millwood Forest – The Forest Stage of SOX Trail Run
Millwood Forest – The Forest stage of SOX Trail run - the place of golden dreams and forest fairies. Day 2 of SOX will take runners into the serene depths in the heart of the Tsitsikama Forest with its rich tapestry of history, blending tales of gold-laden dreams and...
Goegap – the Waterhole
Goegap – the Watering Hole Riding the reserve during the flower season will not take away your breath away just from the exercise, but mostly because of the majestic display of flowers. Originally the reserve was established as the Hester Malan Wildflower Garden in...
The untamed Pondoland
Discover the Untamed Beauty of Pondoland: A Hike Not to Be Missed Nestled within the "Wild Coast" region of South Africa, Pondoland is a captivating area spanning approximately 50km wide. Steeped in history and culture, this region beckons adventurers to embark on a...
SOX 3-Day Trail run in the Gardenroute, Day 1, the Mountain Stage
SOUTHERN CROSS TRAILRUN - Part 1 Also better known as SOX, stands out as a diverse three-day trail running event that transcends the typical, inviting you to explore the breathtaking landscapes of mountains, forests, and coastlines. Hosted in one of the country’s...
Riding the Namaqua Copper Trail
A HISTORIC MOUNTAIN BIKE RIDE – THE COPPER TRAIL Embark on a journey back in time and explore the remnants of the Copper Trail, an archaeological marvel preserving South Africa’s copper mining legacy. Although the railway tracks and sleepers have been removed,...
Hiking the red dunes of the Kalahari
Hiking the red dunes of the Kalahari in the Northern Cape Best of EcoTravel, Hiking: By Susan Parker-Smith, 22 November 2023. EcoTravel article Driving up to the Kalahari, the road stretches out relentlessly to the horizon, mirages hovering ahead, and sociable weaver...
