Wild Coast Holiday Reservations

STRANDLOPER

This is a 4 night 5 day backpacking trail along the southern section of the Wild Coast and Cape Wild Coast. Each section has been designed to reveal special aspects of our coast. The trail covers 59 kilometers and the best time of the year to hike is between May and July as there is no rain or wind, the days are warm and the nights cool; although every month has it's special attractions. Overnight in huts along the coast. All huts have bunks with mattresses and amenities. There is no electricity and no vehicular access to the huts.

On this hike you will cover spectacular views and terrain. The trail is not recommended for children under 12, but there are no restrictions should you wish children to accompany you. This is a nature lover's paradise, with access so limited that the only way to see the majority of the coastline is to hike. You will encounter long lonely beautifully wild beaches, rivers, fauna, and majestic views.

The package includes:

Accommodation in overnight huts
Service of a guide whilst walking the Trail.

Should you wish to spend the night prior to your trail or on completion in East London, we can offer you accommodation at the Meander Inn, a B&B especially designed to accommodate the hiking groups on the night before their trail. The groups can enjoy a social get together, braai, and will be briefed with maps and photographs on the trail. Alternately we can arrange for you to stay at any other venue of your choice.

Itinerary

Day 1
Transfer by road from Gonubie to Kei Mouth. From there you first overnight stay will be at the "Pumphuse". The pumphouse has spring water and an enviroloo. All overnight huts have bunks with vinyl covered mattresses.

Day 2
Today you will cover some of the most beautiful coastline. Overnight at "Double Mouth". There is a water tank and flush loo, and showers at the caravan park.

Day 3
Overnight at Cape Henderson – This hut has a water tank, cold water shower, flush loo and basin

Day 4
Overnight at Beacon Valley which has a water tank, cold water shower, flush loo and basin

Day 5
Arrive in Gonubie

Malaria: This is a Malaria Free area.
Crime: THIS IS A VERY SAFE TRAIL. We cannot guarantee that the area is crime free as in every country in the world it is a factor, but there have been no incidents with tourists along this route. We have selected a safe route and a local guide will accompany you.

EQUIPMENT:
Sturdy backpack, hiking boots, shorts, t-shirts, underclothes, socks, hat, windbreaker, water bottle, sunblock, rain poncho, track suit, sleeping bag, rockies/strops for river crossings, 30m nylon rope, survival bags for river crossings, small gas cooker for 3rd night, basic cooking utensils, torch, candles, matches, swimming costume, towels, toilet paper, chronic medication, vaseline, plasters.

MEALS:
Carry minimum. Pub lunches, purchase food at village shops and hotels in between overnight huts. Seal all foodstuffs, clothes, and valuables such as wallets, spectacles,etc in plastic bags

Please note hikers either carry their own backpacks. Or porters can be hired on a daily basis to carry back packs, we encourage hikers to use porters as this provides much needed employment. Inquire regarding daily costs.

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