Suikerbosch Fontein

By including some of the day trails of 8km, 4.5km, 3km and 2.5km one can hike for 3 days in which case 2 nights would be spent at Rooikrans camp.

There are more than 90 identified and marked tree species and even larger varieties of wild flowers. 160 bird species have been recorded on the terrain, amongst which the KnysnaLourie, Bald Ibus and large eagles, baboons, monkeys, bush pigs, wart hogs, klipspringers, rhebuck and other small fauna are frequently encountered along the trails.

The gorgeous unspoiled natural beauty, with interesting variations offers surprises around every corner. Fern-rich indigenous wooded ravines with clear streams and waterfalls create a restful atmosphere. Ancient ruins as well as rock art contribute to the large variety of experiences along the trails. Unique rock formations of weathered sand stone covered with lichen create a fantasy world of form and colour. The seven streams encountered on the routes arise from fountains on the property and yield pure clear drinking water.

ROOIKRANS to OOM JAPIE (10 km)

OOM JAPIE to ROOIKRANS (10 km)

Day hikes start about 300 meters from Rooikrans Camp on the way to Oom Japie.  The four routes are marked with yellow markers and there is a flush toilet and clear drinking water at the starting point where hikers can fill their water bottles.

Grootkloof – 8km – Difficult; Tempel-murasie – 4.5km – Easy

Skeurkloof – 3km – Moderately Easy

Sederberg – 2.5km – Easy

There is a lapa in the shade next to a stream about 2km from the end of the 8km trail (Grootkloof). A gas braai is available at this picnic spot. The 2.5km trail (Sederberg) is specially designed for inexperienced or unfit hikers. It covers a beautiful area and is an easy walk.