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Top 9 Nature & Parks in Wilderness, Western Cape
Discover the best top things to do in Wilderness, South Africa including Garden Route Trail, Perdepoort Horse Tails, Garden Route Horse Trails, Wilderness National Park, Wilderness Lagoon, Kaaimans Waterfall, Wilderness Beach, Half Collared Kingfisher Trail, Kaaiman's River.
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1. Garden Route Trail
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 50 reviews
At Garden Route Trail we offer guided hiking and birding tours in the Garden Route and Karoo. Our flagship is a 5 day slackpacking trail between Wilderness and Brenton on Sea. On request we compile hiking tours between Cape Town and Port Elizabeth and in the Karoo. Our day walks can be focused as Fynbos, Afro-montane Forest, Dune Thicket and coastal walks.
Reviewed By LKPinDC
We were a party of two families including four kids ages 5-10 years old, and we slackpacked with Mark and with the support of Amanda in October 2020. Hands down, amazing trip!! Though we have lived in South Africa for ten years, Mark brought us to gorgeous and varied places we wouldn't have found on our own. The kids were so enthralled with how he brought the flora and fauna to life that they didn't notice how many hours or kilometers they were walking. After we finished the trip, it was rather disappointing to revert to "ask google!", and we all missed Mark's guiding. We appreciated the style of accommodation each evening (comfortable parks self-catering lodges in stunning settings), and we also appreciated Mark and Amanda's cooking.
2. Perdepoort Horse Tails
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 50 reviews
PERDEPOORT HORSE TRAILS. Situated in Wilderness heights, 6km from the village, Perdepoort Horse Trails offer rides on a beautiful 65ha private farm. The trail takes you through the indigenous forest were one passes a giant 400-year-old yellowwood tree watching over the forest. Our horses are the best! Children and novice riders are safe and the more experienced riders can have lots of fun trotting and cantering! Bookings are essential and rides go out at 10:00 and 15:00 every day, weather permitting.
Reviewed By AndreaAloisiaMay - Cape Town Central, South Africa
Amanda and her horses are amazing... she somehow knows exactly which horse will suit you. My horse kroon and my BF’s horse Victor were the perfect match for us. The trail she then took us on was beautiful it felt as though we were transported into another world. So tranquil in the lush forest just what we were looking for to end off or trip up the garden route... Thank you so much Amanda we will definitely be back.
3. Garden Route Horse Trails
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 48 reviews
Remarkable horse trails into the indigenous forests of the Garden Route National Park. Occasional sightings of wildlife. All are welcome whether novice or expert rider. Trails range form 1,5 hours to the most popular 3 hour waterfall trail. Come swim with the horses or enjoy a picnic at the waterfall. Bookings are essential. Safe, well trained, bombproof reliable horses. Come for a relaxing walk or adventurous full gallop through the beautiful scenery. Open 7 days a week 365 days a year form sunrise to sunset.
Reviewed By jacqadrian
Thanks to Ryno and Lariska for the awesome experience as a first time rider. Felt like family. Highly recommend if in the Garden Route area, trip to the waterfall a must.
4. Wilderness National Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 435 reviews
Reviewed By Cairokid - Maidenhead, United Kingdom
This is part of the Garden Route and is lovely. The beach is awesome with dramatic waves and a large sandy beach.
5. Wilderness Lagoon
6. Kaaimans Waterfall
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 54 reviews
Reviewed By Dave1q
This is a must-do trip in the area, but be warned it gets very crowded in season between 10am-3pm. If you more peace go early or late! Dont miss a swim in the perfect clean water.
7. Wilderness Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 550 reviews
Reviewed By 944cynthiaf
This beach has got to be one of the best beaches in the Western Cape. Absolutely stunning. Lovely beach for walking or running on or sitting and the waves are really lovely
8. Half Collared Kingfisher Trail
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 104 reviews
Reviewed By demburger - Klerksdorp, South Africa
Stunning scenery and beautiful views! A not-too—strenuous walk between the lush forest while you’re surrounded by crisp and clear bird songs. We opted for the longer walk, with a bit of a climb and decided to cross the river at the stepping stones instead of the pont. We were not disappointed, it was breathtaking and made the cool mountain pools and waterfall a very welcome and refreshing destination. We were spoilt with close up sightings of the elusive Knysna Loerie, the cherry on the cake! Beautifully maintained by people who are obviously passionate about this South African gem!
9. Kaaiman's River
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 15 reviews
Reviewed By LizzieCapeTown - Cape Town Central, South Africa
Situated between Wilderness and Vic Bay where you can simply go for lunch or rent a kayak. Always the highlight of our trip to the Wilderness. The trick is to get there early (before 9am at least) so that you can drive into the parking area at the bottom. When it gets full the gate is closed and you need to wait your turn. They don’t ask for payment but it’s nice to give the car guards a good tip because they do such a fabulous job. If you are lucky enough to get in, your car is safe for the entire day. We take our own inflatable dingy and pump it up in the parking area. Then it’s packed with our cooler bag, umbrella, lilo’s, towels etc. making sure there is enough space for ourselves of course. Aways such fun and it doesn’t matter what the weather is doing it will always be nice. Once on the river you can paddle to the main sandbank (beach) or go down stream where there are little spots to stop along the way. There is also a waterfall that you can paddle to if you’re in a kayak. I recommend the beach because it never gets crowded and you can go for walks to the river mouth. A lovely way to spend your day but be sure to take everything you will need for the day. No ablution blocks so please keep that in mind too.
