Centred around the charmingly preserved village of Wakkerstroom, a town whose history dates back to the early 1800’s when Voortrekker pioneers first settled in this picturesque well-watered valley framed by the Drakensberg, is the latest adventure offered by Spekboom Tours.
This 3-day gentle slackpack offers a superb combination of pristine wetland birding, meanders along aloe-studded ox-wagon trails, rich and fascinating glimpses into South African history as well as many other cultural gems. Home to some of the best birding in South Africa, this remote country village has several fine restaurants, charming Anglo Boer and Victorian period accommodation and intriguing heritage. Each day opens a new chapter on the unique fauna, flora, and history of the area with different daily guides offering their own perspectives on this often overlooked and underrated highveld community. A relatively short trip from either Joburg or Durban, this slackpack will be perfect for anyone looking for a nature-filled, comfortable, and fully inclusive break, and suits those of diverse fitness and interest levels.
The daily distances and pace can be adjusted making this the perfect beginners’ hikes for those less fit. Just 3 hours outside Johannesburg, Wakkerstroom the ideal weekend getaway for city dwellers seeking refuge in nature with old world charm.
This fully-catered slackpack includes all meals, lodgings for 3 nights, guides (including a registered birding guide, a walking guide and amateur history guides), various land permissions, and a donation towards the Wakkerstroom community trusts.
Duration: 3 days, 3 nights
Recommended fitness level: Easy – Moderate
Average daily walking distances: 8-17km
Accommodation types: Country style accommodation with en-suite and shared bathrooms
including in-house and restaurant dinner and breakfast. Lunch packs are supplied daily.
Price: From R5540
Inclusive of accommodation, all meals, a daily guide & conservancy fees
Group size: Min 4 persons per group
