Boesmanskloof Hiking Trail

© Japie and Sandra Oosthuizen

Description

The popular Boesmanskloof Trail winds through the only gap in the rugged Riviersonderend Mountain range. This lovely hiking trail links the quaint little towns of McGregor and Greyton.

The route can be hiked either way starting at Die Galg, roughly 14 km from Greyton and McgGregor. It traverses some spectacular mountain scenery with deep rock pools and waterfalls – perfect for cooling off in summer.

Perdekop viewpoint offers fabulous views of the steep gorges of the Riviersonderend Mountains and the lush Greyton and McGregor valleys. A great diversity of plant species can be seen, particularly proteas and ericas. Between July and October the flowering king proteas are magnificent.

Hikers have the option of overnighting at Die Galg – book in advance.

Permits are required from Cape Nature for the day trail – wwwcapenature.org.za 0861 227 362 8873.

This place was added by Eagle's Nest Guesthouse Accommodation

Directions

Take the N2 from Cape Town to Greyton. Alternatively follow the N1 from Cape Town to Worcester. From the N1 drive to Robertson (55 km) and then to McGregor (25 km).

Boesmanskloof Hiking Trail Map

Nearby Locations

Greyton 11.6km
McGregor 15.8km
Genadendal 18.0km
Riviersonderend 27.1km
Robertson 29.5km
Caledon 40.1km
Klipdale 43.3km
Ashton 44.1km
Bonnievale 44.7km
Nuy 46.4km

Nearest Airport

Cape Town Internatio... 123.8km

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Nearby Accommodation

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Accommodation near Boesmanskloof Hiking Trail

*Distances are shown as the crow flies and not necessarily the actual travelling distance.

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Eagle's Nest Guesthouse Accommodation

Boesmanskloof Guest House, Boesmanskloof Self-catering in Boesmanskloof
0.19km from Boesmanskloof Hiking Trail

The name Eagle's Nest is ideal for this spectacular double-story stone guest house, nestled between the twin villages of Greyton and McGregor in the heart of the Riviersonderend mountains.

From R2 500 Rooms/Units
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Boesmanskloof Accommodation - Die Galg

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0.91km from Boesmanskloof Hiking Trail

Boesmanskloof Accommodation - Die Galg offers a diversity of Cape wildflowers and wildlife with natural rock pools, mountain scenery and the spectacular views creating a majestic feeling far away from the busy city.

From R120 p/p sharing
From R120 Single
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Onverwacht Flora Accommodation

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1.82km from Boesmanskloof Hiking Trail

Onverwacht Flora Accommodation is situated high up in the Riviersonderend Mountains, halfway between the twin villages of McGregor and Greyton. Onverwacht offers breathtaking views of the surrounding peaks and valleys.

From R100 p/p sharing
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Boesmanskloof Accommodation

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1.90km from Boesmanskloof Hiking Trail

Boesmanskloof offers ideal overnight accommodation for adventurers and hikers doing the Boesmanskloof Hiking Trail, also known as the McGregor-Greyton Trail. This picturesque piece of land is nestled in the Riviersonderend mountains in a nature reserve area overlooking the Gobos River.

From R100 p/p sharing
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Whipstock Guest Farm

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Oestervanger Guest House

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9.10km from Boesmanskloof Hiking Trail

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From R280 p/p sharing
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Intabamanzini Country Cottages

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Intabamanzini Country Cottages offers more than just accommodation in the Breede River Valley. Spend a few days on our large farm in one of three Victorian-style guest cottages that have recently been renovated.

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Oewerzicht Tented River Lodge & Farm Cottages

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From R450 Rooms/Units
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High Hopes B&B and Healing Energy Centre

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From R360 p/p sharing
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The Lord Pickleby

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