by Frank Dwyer | Nov 19, 2020
Close to the Northern Cape border, south of Vanrhynsdorp and the flower region of the Matzikamma, lie the Gifberg Mountains. They stand out from the surrounding plains, but only once you start driving up the Gifberg Pass, do you get a sense of the scenic beauty of these impressive crags. Over the top of the pass you will find the Gifberg Holiday Farm…
by Frank Dwyer | Sep 28, 2020
Gifberg Holiday Farm – Day 1 This was my break-out hiking adventure after months of Covid-19 lockdown. I had not been to the Gifberg Holiday Farm for over ten years and when it became uncertain at what stage we would be allowed to travel across provincial borders, it...
by Frank Dwyer | Sep 11, 2020
Experience the Whale Trail Slackpacker style. Spaces still available for 27th June 2023 The Whale Trail is one of South Africa's iconic trails, with bookings opening a year in advance. Situated in the De Hoop Nature Reserve, the is operated by Cape Nature. The route...
by Frank Dwyer | Aug 25, 2020
The Cederberg has always been one of my favourite places to go, whether it is on trails with clients or leisure trips with family and friends. I was looking back at some of the archives of tours done in this area over the years and it brought back good memories. It...
by Frank Dwyer | Aug 24, 2020
Walk the lower section of the magnificent Wild Coast, along some of the most unspoilt and picturesque sections of our coastline. Long sandy beaches, rocky points and cliffs, beautiful lagoons and coastal forests, characterise this section of the Eastern Cape, north of East London. This iconic and popular trail ends each day with a comfortable hotel stay…
