Although many urban South Africans love the comfort of fossil fuel transport, many also enjoy the outdoors and nature; hiking or trails are a great way to exercise and see the land up close and personal. Why not see a bit of South Africa on foot and connect with the land? And no need to worry if you're don't like the idea of forsaking your comfy accommodation for a sleeping bag as many trails offer walks that'll keep you occupied and out of trouble for a day or less.
Remember to take suitable clothing, footwear, sunscreen, water, energy food, maps and directions (a gps if you're really into it), guidebooks, binoculars and camera!
- The Hoerikwagga People's Trail is a recent addition to the trails on Table Mountain in Cape Town
- Hartebeespoort, close to Johannesburg and Pretoria offers some stunning views. Varying trails to the top of the ridge or along the river. Check Jacana for details and other options
- A pretty cool three hour walk can be had at the Tswaing Meteorite Crater Trail outside Pretoria. Its an ancient meteorite crater
- Although not really hiking as such, Voelkop is a gay male only naturist resort in Hartebeespoort. Walks around the farm are enjoyable and the short climp to the top of the koppie (hill thingy) offers opportunities for fun in the bushes views over the resort
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