GRADE 4B, MEDIUM PACE
Max 12 hikers. This trail is a real gem in the Greater Karoo, in the Nuweveld Mountains near Beaufort West. The trail is 5 days, 4 nights covering 68 km and about 2800m up and down. The diverse semi-desert landscape includes mountains, fountains, valleys and rivers, which means that every day will be both different and stunningly beautiful. We'll spend the night before the hike, and the night at the end of the hike in Boplaas, on Rooiheuwel Farm, making the trip 6 nights in total. Accommodation on the trail is in various houses so there is no need to carry tents or mattresses.
The Erdvark Trail is the first Green Flag accredited hiking trail in the Karoo, meaning that these routes focus on sustainability, get managed responsibly, and the owners are accountable to the environment.
The cost is R2 050 per person. The 50% deposit will be due by the end of March 2026. Please do not pay until your spot has been confirmed by Helen. There is an option to add in slackpacking at a cost of R3200, which can be divided between those who would like this option.