Tsitsikamma Forest Hiking Trail
Beginning in Nature's Valley, this guided, fully catered, multi-day trail takes hikers deep into the mountains, the ancient forests, and the quiet places in between, through the very heart of the Tsitsikamma Mountains. The trail passes through coastal thicket, fynbos, pristine afro-montane forest, and pine plantations - with spectacular river crossings and scenic waterfalls along the way. Each day brings something different, and each overnight hut is positioned to make the most of its surroundings. This is not atrail you rush, it's one you settle into.
Difficulty: Moderate - good base fitness required; no scrambling but daily distances, some technical areas and mountain ascents add up
Overnight Accommodation: Standardaccommodation are classic hiker bunk huts, and if you select the Premium 5daytour,you canpre-bookone three modern 2-sleeper A-frames,or the modern 4-6 sleeper Honey Badger Cabin for a more exclusive experience. Communal hot showers provided every evening via a donkey boiler system
Meals:We provide and serve delicious home cooked, freshly prepared meals for breakfast, lunch and dinner. We also provide beverages e.g.: tea, coffee, hot chocolate and juice
Suitable for: Children over 12 and hikers under 65
PAYMENT: Deposit of 20% secures your hike and installement plans are available on our payment platform
Route: Bloukraans Hut (night 1) - Keurbos Hut (night 2) - Heunigbos Hut (night 3) - Sleepkloof Hut (night 4)
Distance: 52 km over 5 days and 4 nights
Start: De Vasselot Rest Camp, Natures Valley (shuttle to the start of the hike)
End: Paul Sauer Bridge, Storms River (Return shuttle provided to Nature's Valley)
Accommodation: Shared in hikers bunk huts. Other accommodation (A-Frames and Honey Badger Cabin) dependent on availability and other hikers.
Cost: R 8,500 pp
Next Tour Dates:
2 December 2026 - full
12 February 2027 - available
12 May 2027 - available
What's Included:
- Breakfast, Packed Lunch and Dinner (freshly prepared)
- 5 days guided hiking and 4 nights accommodation on trail
- 2 Trail Guides, qualified in Level 3 First Aid
- Daily transportation of your luggage and drinks to each overnight hut, finishing at De Vasselot Rest Camp
- Return shuttle service to De Vasselot Rest Camp
- Medical and Emergency services on standby
Day 1 — De Vasselot → Bloukrans Hut
7km · 4 hrs · Lunch Pack & Dinner
Begin your unforgettable journey at De Vasselot Rest Camp, Natures Valley at 8am after handing over your luggage and drinks for transport. After a short shuttle ride to the start, explore the escarpment and deep forests, then stop for a refreshing swim at the beautiful Staircase Waterfall. Arrive at Bloukrans Hut in the afternoon to relax in crystal-clear rock pools before enjoying a delicious group dinner.
Day 2 — Bloukrans Hut → Keurbos Hut
14km · 7 hrs · Breakfast, Lunch Pack & Dinner
Today's trail rewards you with dramatic indigenous Buffelsbos forest scenery. Cool off with a swim at Waterwitelsgat before reaching Keurbos Hut, where the famous Twin Tubs provide the perfect place to unwind after another rewarding day on the trail, topped off with another delicious group dinner.
Day 3 — Keurbos Hut → Heuningbos Hut
14km · 7 hrs · Breakfast, Lunch Pack & Dinner
Experience another incredible day immersed in pristine wilderness. Pause for lunch beside the tranquil Elandsbos River before continuing through ancient forests to Heuningbos Hut, where the nearby river offers another refreshing swim and another relaxing afternoon in good company.
Day 4 — Heuningbos Hut → Sleepkloof Hut
15km · 8 hrs · Breakfast, Lunch Pack & Dinner
Challenge yourself on the most rewarding day of the trail as you cross mountain saddles surrounded by breathtaking forest landscapes. Rest beside the Witteklip River and Mosterdsbos before arriving at Sleepkloof Hut. Celebrate your achievement with a hearty farewell dinner shared with your fellow adventurers.
Day 5 — Sleepkloof Hut → Paul Sauer Bridge
3km · 1 hr · Breakfast
A relaxed final walk brings you to the iconic Paul Sauer Bridge, marking the successful completion of your Tsitsikamma Hiking Trail adventure. Celebrate with burgers and milkshakes (at own cost) before returning by shuttle to Nature's Valley for luggage collection and farewells.
4 Days 3 Nights:
Route: Bloukraans Hut (night 1) - Keurbos Hut (night 2) - Heunigbos Hut (night 3)
Distance: 40 km over 4 days and 3 nights
Start: De Vasselot Rest Camp, Natures Valley (shuttle to Blaaukranz Forest Station start)
End: De Vasselot Rest Camp, Natures Valley (shuttle from Boskor exit)
Accommodation: Shared in hikers bunk huts. Other accommodation (A-Frames and Honey Badger Cabin) dependent on availability and other hikers.
Cost: R 7,000 pp
Next Tour Dates:
10 March 2027
14 April 2027
9 June 2027
7 July 2027
What's Included:
- Breakfast, Packed Lunch and Dinner (freshly prepared)
- 4 days guided hiking and 3 nights accommodation on trail
- 2 Trail Guides, qualified in Level 3 First Aid
- Daily transportation of your luggage and drinks to each overnight hut, finishing at De Vasselot Rest Camp
- Shuttle to the hike start and return shuttle service to De Vasselot Rest Camp
- Medical and Emergency services on standby
Day 0 — 6pm Meet in Natures Valley (own accommodation)
Your adventure begins with a warm Gone Wild Adventures welcome at 6pm the night before the hike starts. Enjoy a welcome drink, meet your fellow hikers, complete registration, and enjoy a comprehensive trail briefing before settling in for the evening.
Day 1 — De Vasselot → Bloukrans Hut
7km · 4 hrs · Lunch Pack & Dinner
Begin your unforgettable journey from De Vasselot Rest Camp after handing over your luggage and drinks for transport. Travel with our shuttle to the start of the hike. Hike with only your daypack as you follow paths along the Groot River lagoon and up to magnificent views of the coast. Explore the escarpment and deep forests, then stop for a refreshing swim at the beautiful Staircase Waterfall. Arrive at Bloukrans Hut in the afternoon to relax in crystal-clear rock pools before enjoying a delicious group dinner.
Day 2 — Bloukrans Hut → Keurbos Hut
14km · 7 hrs · Breakfast, Lunch Pack & Dinner
Today's trail rewards you with dramatic indigenous Buffelsbos forest scenery. Cool off with a swim at Waterwitelsgat before reaching Keurbos Hut, where the famous Twin Tubs provide the perfect place to unwind after another rewarding day on the trail, topped off with another delicious group dinner.
Day 3 — Keurbos Hut → Heuningbos Hut
14km · 7 hrs · Breakfast, Lunch Pack & Dinner
Experience another incredible day immersed in pristine wilderness. Pause for lunch beside the tranquil Elandsbos River before continuing through ancient forests to Heuningbos Hut, where the nearby river offers another refreshing swim and another relaxing afternoon in good company.
Day 4 — Heuningbos Hut → Finish
5km · 2 hrs · Breakfast
Challenge yourself on the most rewarding day of the trail as you cross mountain saddles surrounded by breathtaking forest landscapes. The hike exits gracefully towards the Boskor Sawmill 5 kms away ready to be collected by the shuttle, returning to Nature's Valley for luggage collection and farewells.
3 Days 2 Nights:
Route: Heunigbos Hut (night 1) - Sleepkloof Hut (night 2)
Distance: 30 km over 3 days and 2 nights
Start: De Vasselot Rest Camp, Natures Valley (shuttle to Blaaukranz Forest Station start)
End: De Vasselot Rest Camp, Natures Valley (shuttle from Boskor exit)
Accommodation: Shared in hikers bunk huts. Other accommodation (A-Frames and Honey Badger Cabin) dependent on availability and other hikers.
Cost: R 5,500 pp
What's Included:
- Breakfast, Packed Lunch and Dinner (freshly prepared)
- 3 days guided hiking and 2 nights accommodation on trail
- 2 Trail Guides, qualified in Level 3 First Aid
- Daily transportation of your luggage and drinks to each overnight hut, finishing at De Vasselot Rest Camp
- Shuttle to the hike start and return shuttle service to De Vasselot Rest Camp
- Medical and Emergency services on standby
Day 0 — 6pm Meet in Natures Valley (own accommodation)
Your adventure begins with a warm Gone Wild Adventures welcome at 6pm the night before the hike starts. Enjoy a welcome drink, meet your fellow hikers, complete registration, and enjoy a comprehensive trail briefing before settling in for the evening.
Day 1 — De Vasselot → Heuningbos Hut
9km · 4.5 hrs · Lunch Pack & Dinner
Begin your unforgettable journey boarding the shuttle from De Vasselot Rest Camp, after handing over your luggage and drinks for transport. The shuttle takes you to the start of the hike near Heuningkop and webegin our day. Experience an incredible day immersed in pristine wilderness. Pause for lunch beside the tranquil Elandsbos River before continuing through ancient forests to Heuningbos Hut, where the nearby river offers a refreshing swim and a relaxing afternoon in good company, followed by a delicious evening meal and good company.
Day 2 — Heuningbos Hut → Sleepkloof Hut
15km · 8 hrs · Breakfast, Lunch Pack & Dinner
Challenge yourself on the most rewarding day of the trail as you cross mountain saddles surrounded by breathtaking forest landscapes. Rest beside the Witteklip River and Mosterdsbos before arriving at Sleepkloof Hut. Celebrate your achievement with a hearty farewell dinner shared with your fellow adventurers.
Day 3 — Sleepkloof Hut → Paul Sauer Bridge
5km · 2 hr · Breakfast
A relaxed final walk brings youthe Storms River Bridge, through to Storms River Village through the Tsitsikamma National Park forest. This route heads down Bosvaringpad and crossed intoPlaatbos on the Skuinsbospad Trail. The return shuttle will be waiting to bring you back to Nature's Valley to celebrate, collect your luggage and share farewells.
5 Days 4 Nights:
Distance: 62 km over 5 days and 4 nights
Start: De Vasselot Rest Camp, Natures Valley (Return shuttle provided to Nature's Valley)
End: Paul Sauer Bridge, Storms River
Cost:
Choose your own accommodation:
Classic Hikers Hut: R 9,900 pp (max 6 persons per hut only)
A-Frame 2 Sleeper: R 12,900 pp (sharing rate)
Honey Badger Cabin (4-6 sleeper): R 10,900 pp (4 persons minimum)
Next Tour Dates:
11 August 2027
- Exclusivity of the trail with smaller groups for the duration of your adventure
- Your choice of accommodation - hikers bunks for a shared experience, or A-Frames for more privacy
- Breakfast, Packed Lunch and Dinner (freshly prepared)
- 5 days guided hiking and 4 nights accommodation on trail
- 2 Trail Guides, qualified in Level 3 First Aid
- Daily transportation of your luggage and drinks to each overnight hut, finishing at De Vasselot Rest Camp
- Return shuttle service to De Vasselot Rest Camp
- Medical and Emergency services on standby
Day 0 — 6pm Meet in Natures Valley (own accommodation)
Your adventure begins with a warm Gone Wild Adventures welcome at 6pm the night before the hike starts. Enjoy a welcome drink, meet your fellow hikers, complete registration, and enjoy a comprehensive trail briefing before settling in for the evening.
Day 1 — De Vasselot → Bloukrans Hut
17km · 8 hrs · Lunch Pack & Dinner
Begin your unforgettable journey from De Vasselot Rest Camp after handing over your luggage and drinks for transport. Start the hike directly from De Vasselot Rest Camp and hike with only your daypack as you follow paths along the Groot River lagoon and up to magnificent views of the coast. Explore the escarpment and deep forests, then stop for a refreshing swim at the beautiful Staircase Waterfall. Arrive at Bloukrans Hut in the afternoon to relax in crystal-clear rock pools before enjoying a delicious group dinner.
Day 2 — Bloukrans Hut → Keurbos Hut
14km · 7 hrs · Breakfast, Lunch Pack & Dinner
Today's trail rewards you with dramatic indigenous Buffelsbos forest scenery. Cool off with a swim at Waterwitelsgat before reaching Keurbos Hut, where the famous Twin Tubs provide the perfect place to unwind after another rewarding day on the trail, topped off with another delicious group dinner.
Day 3 — Keurbos Hut → Heuningbos Hut
14km · 7 hrs · Breakfast, Lunch Pack & Dinner
Experience another incredible day immersed in pristine wilderness. Pause for lunch beside the tranquil Elandsbos River before continuing through ancient forests to Heuningbos Hut, where the nearby river offers another refreshing swim and another relaxing afternoon in good company.
Day 4 — Heuningbos Hut → Sleepkloof Hut
15km · 8 hrs · Breakfast, Lunch Pack & Dinner
Challenge yourself on the most rewarding day of the trail as you cross mountain saddles surrounded by breathtaking forest landscapes. Rest beside the Witteklip River and Mosterdsbos before arriving at Sleepkloof Hut. Celebrate your achievement with a hearty farewell dinner shared with your fellow adventurers.
Day 5 — Sleepkloof Hut → Paul Sauer Bridge
3km · 1 hr · Breakfast
A relaxed final walk brings you to the iconic Paul Sauer Bridge, marking the successful completion of your Tsitsikamma Hiking Trail adventure. Celebrate with burgers and milkshakes (at own cost) before returning by shuttle to Nature's Valley for luggage collection and farewells.
Available Dates:
5 Day 4 Night Hikes:
4 Day 3 Night Hikes:
PREMIUM 5 Day 4 Night Hikes:
Accommodation Options:
The Tsitsikamma Forest Hiking Trail offersvariousaccommodationoptions from the classic hiker bunk huts, to 3 modern 2-sleeper A-Frames and the modern 4-6 sleeper Honey Badger cabin.
Honey Badger Cabin:
Sleeping 4 to 6 people on new bunk beds, this newly built, modern unit includes its own indoor sitting area and a private balcony. There is 1 exclusive-use cabin available at each of the overnight areas, ideal for smaller groups of friends or a family hiking together.
A-Frame Huts:
Newly built and full of character, these A-Frame huts offer a cozy retreat for 1-2 people - ideal for couples or solo hikers wanting more privacy. There are 3 A-Frame huts are available at each overnight venue.
Classic Hiker Bunk Rooms:
