by Ralph Pina | Feb 24, 2004 | Groot Winterhoek Wilderness, kloofing
21-22 February 2004Visgat. Ever since someone had told about this secret place I had wanted to go there. Finally my chance came – a “probationary” trip with the Stellenbosch branch of the Mountain Club of SA (“probationary” because I have... by Ralph Pina | Jul 24, 2003 | Kruger National Park, trails, walking safaris, wilderness trail
Eastern Kruger Park: 13 to 16 July 2003 The Sweni is one of the most sought-after wilderness trails in Kruger, primarily because of the likelihood of running into the Sweni lions. According to James, the trails ranger, Sweni has the highest concentration of lion per... by Ralph Pina | Jun 29, 2003 | hiking, Mont Rochelle Nature Reserve, scenic walks, trails
Franschhoek: 29 June 2003 Here’s a very short walk for great returns. From the top of Franschhoek Pass, walk to the viewpoint above the Wemmershoek Valley. A mere 6km of easy gradients reveals stunning views. Permits are obtainable from the Franschhoek tourist... by Ralph Pina | Dec 30, 2002 | hiking, scenic walks
Kogelberg Nature Reserve: December 2002 The Palmiet River winds through the core of the Kogelberg Biosphere Reserve. The nature reserve protects the most pristine and diverse fynbos in the Cape Floral Kingdom. There are a number of hikes of varying length in the... by Ralph Pina | Jul 25, 2002 | De Hoop Nature Reserve, hiking, trails
17 …err… 18 – 21 July, 2002 Booking the Whale Trail is hard to do – it has become massively popular. So when I got a booking for the 17th, it looked perfect for the last 5 days of the school holidays. The dates would enable my daughters, wife,...
Recent Comments