Wild Coast & Walking Wonder

This package is designed for those seeking adventure but with comfort. Walk along the pristine coastline with endless beaches and hike the Drakensberg mountains. Most meals are included and your luggage is transferred on those days of the hike. Departure every day of the year, self drive.

Wildcoast and Walking Wonder

Day 1 Durban – Mbotyi

Travel from Durban to Mbotyi River Lodge, here you can safely park your car. From Mbotyi you are transferred to Msikaba – the start of the trail. Msikaba is hidden in a grove of milkwood trees overlooking the tranquil Msikaba lagoon and offers a deserted beach, swimming, fishing, canoeing, and a wealth of exploring. Enjoy a tasty dinner at the lodge to the sound of the crashing waves before falling asleep in comfortable tented chalets.

Overnight: Msikaba Lodge incl. dinner & breakfast

Day 2 Luphuthana (ca.16 km)

Awake early to enjoy coffee, rusks, and possibly a swim in the ocean before setting off on a fairly easy 8 km walk to the beautiful Wild Coast Lodge where, after exploring the site of the sinking of the Grosvenor, you sit down to a sumptuous brunch. Setting off from Port Grosvenor with a snack-pack, continue along the coast for another 8 km to the Wilderness lodge at Luphuthana. Here the waves of the deep crash against sandstone mesas with incredible force creating natures most spectacular display of hydro-phonics. Your luggage will be waiting on your arrival. Enjoy a catered meal and relax in your en-suite tented chalet.

Overnight: in en-suite chalets incl. dinner & breakfast

Day 3 Mbotyi (ca.19 km)

Start the day with a healthy breakfast and depart (with your lunch-pack) along the sandstone tables past the “Top Hat” to the awesome Waterfall Bluff (one of the few waterfalls in the world falling directly into the sea). After taking in the spectacle, move inland past several crystal rock pools to one of the highest points of the trail from where you have a stunning view of the Cathedral Rock. The last section of the trail takes you across white beaches and rolling grassland to Mbotyi River Lodge where a delicious dinner and comfortable bed await you. Your luggage will be awaiting your arrival.

Overnight: Mbotyi River Lodge incl. dinner & breakfast

Day 4 Coffee Bay (ca. 65 km)

After a good night’s sleep and a hearty breakfast you travel to Coffee bay. If you travel via Umthata, the Capital of the Transkei, where you can visit the Nelson Mandela Museum. Continue your way to Coffee bay – and arrive at FTTSA accredited Coffeeshack. You can unpack and unwind You have the whole day at leisure. In the evening you can enjoy a welcome dinner and dancers.

Overnight: FTTSA Coffeeshack incl. dinner & breakfast

Day 5 Coffee Bay

Today you go on a visit to the Hole in the wall with FTTSA trained guide. This coastal hike is an always-popular 3-hour walk to one of the region’s most beautiful natural features. End a memorable experience with lunch on the beach and an adrenalin-pumping dive…

Overnight: FTTSA Coffeeshack incl. dinner & breakfast

Day 6 Matatiele /Drakensbergen (ca. 230 km)

Today you leave early and continue to the western tip of Kwa-Zulu Natal. Here you will find Matatiele, so named from the Sotho word Matata-ile meaning the Ducks Have Flown. Spend your night in very comfortable Masakala Guesthouse, traditional rondavels; owned and serviced by the local community. The warm welcome of the Xhosa, Sotho and Phuti cultures will enchant you. If you want, you can assist in preparing evening dinner and learn how to make traditional dishes.

Overnight: Masakala Guest House incl. dinner & breakfast

Day 7 Drakensbergen area

Today you can explore the Drakensbergen area. Enjoy hiking and village tours or go horse riding. Fairtrade in Tourism accredited Mehloding trails, owned and serviced by the Matatiele Community, invites you to experience a journey into the landscape, culture and history of the beautiful Drakensberg area!

Overnight: Masakala Guest House incl. dinner & breakfast

Day 8 Durban (ca. 260 km)

After breakfast you drive to Underberg, here you can book an optional visit to the Sani Pass into Lesotho. Continue to Durban. From here we can organize your onwards travel.

INCLUSIVE / EXCLUSIVE

Included:

Detailed route descriptions and accommodation and/or excursion vouchers
7 nights in comfortable selected Responsible accommodation on basis of Dinner, Bed & Breakfast
On day 2 and 3 a packed lunch is provided, on day 5 a guided hike to the Hole in the wall is included.

Excluded:

Insurance
Car rental
extra meals and optional activities

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Kindly note that the prices and accommodation are subject to change based on date, availability and special requests.

What makes this tour different

Hike your way through one of the most undiscovered parts of South Africa guided by a local. This tour benefits the local community strongly as we make use of local accommodation, guides and projects. Get to know the people that welcome you in a personal way, arrive as a guest and leave like a friend. Enjoy South Africa’s nature and South Africa’s people.