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The Fynbos Trail: Book for 2025!

The Fynbos Trail: Book for 2025!

The Fynbos Trail

The Fynbos Trail: Book for 2025!

The Fynbos Trail is fully booked for 2024, but you can secure your spot for 2025! With limited bookings available for only three groups a week (starting on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays), don’t miss your chance to explore this beautiful trail.

 
Trail Overview:

• Total Hiking Distance: 26.5 km

Day 1: A scenic three-hour walk covering 6.5 km from Steynsbos to Fountain Bush Cottage at Grootbos Environmental Centre, Fynbos Retreat.

Day 2: An adventurous 11 km walk that takes most of the day, from Fountain Bush Cottage to Witkrans.

Day 3: A 9 km trek that takes about four hours from Witkrans back to the finish at Steynsbos or Grootbos Florilegium (for the Premium Option 1).

 
Options Available:

PREMIUM OPTION - Guided, catered slackpacking

• Includes: Accommodation at Fynbos Retreat and Witkrans, two dinners, two lunches, two breakfasts, Lomond wine tasting, expert FGASA accredited guide, planting an indigenous tree, a fynbos gift upon completion, and a tour of the Grootbos Florilegium.
• Price: R6450 per person over the weekend or R6050 per person during the week.
• Note: Minimum group size of 4 required (6 over weekends). Book for 8 to have the trail exclusively for your group!

STANDARD OPTION - Self-guided, catered slackpacking

• Includes: Accommodation, two dinners, one lunch, two breakfasts, and luggage transfers. Bring your own drinks, and we’ll chill them for you!
• Price: R4900 per person over the weekend or R4700 during the week.
• Note: Minimum group size of 4 required (6 over weekends). Book for 8 for an exclusive experience!

BUDGET OPTION - Self-guided, uncatered slackpacking

• Includes: Accommodation, route map, and luggage transfers.
• Price: R2150 per person.
• Note: Minimum group size of 6 required (8 over weekends). Limited availability for select weekend dates; not available over long weekends.

Important: Prices are subject to change, so book early to secure your adventure! Ready to experience the beauty of the Fynbos Trail? Contact us today!

The Fynbos Trail: Book for 2025!

The Fynbos Trail

The Fynbos Trail includes beautiful hiking and running routes through the Walker Bay Fynbos Conservancy between Gansbaai and Stanford. Immerse yourself in the rich biodiversity of the Cape Floral Kingdom and reconnect with nature on The Fynbos Trail. The Fynbos Trail has ancient milkwood forests, fi...

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