Garden Route Coastal Meander
A 5 day Slackpacking Coastal Hiking eco-adventure through the Garden Route.

Trail description :

Slackpacking.

The ideal way to explore the Garden Route and escape the crowds is to join us on a 5 day coastal slackpacking trail between Wilderness and Brenton on Sea.

The Garden Route Coastal slackpacking trail is our flagship hike, which traversing the highest density of Pleistocene fossil footprints, is a unique product that combines forest, fynbos, marine and archaeological wonders, crafting a trail that is appreciated by our guests looking to learn about the remarkable processes which formed the current ecology of the region.

Planning for the Trail

Coastal Trail.

Our flagship hiking tour is a 5 day coastal slackpacking hike between Wilderness and Brenton on Sea. Traversing two nature reserves and including two canoe stages, this is the most diverse coastal trail in South Africa.

All Inclusive.

With over 20 years of experience of conducting trails in the region, Garden Route Coastal Trail makes the planning of hiking through the Garden Route as simple as selecting a date, arriving and starting your hike.

We do the catering, logistics and guiding, making this a true hiking holiday.

Itinerary

Trail Format.

Our standard coastal trail includes 4 nights accommodation and two canoe stages, all while traversing two nature reserves through forest, Fynbos, thicket and along pristine beaches.

On the first day the trail starts at 09h00 with a briefing and finishes at approximately 15h00 on the fifth day, providing ample time to fit in with guests onward travels after the trail.

Reservations

Start Dates.

Our departure dates for the coastal trail are selected to coincide with spring low tides so that the beach stages are walked on firm sand at low tide.

Booking.

To make a reservation for the Garden Route Trail, check our drop down menu of recommended start dates.

Once you have selected your preferred date, mail us to check availability.