Cederberg

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​Location

The Cederberg is located in the Western Cape province of South Africa, approximately 250-300 kilometers north of Cape Town.

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Interesting Facts​​

The Cederberg is famous for its dramatic rock formations and ancient San rock - art some of the best-preserved in southern Africa.  These rock paintings created by the indigenous San people, are estimated to be between 2,000 and 8,000 years old.  They offer a fascinating glimpse into the lives, beliefs, and environments of the region's earlier inhabitants.  Sites like Stadsaal Cave and Truitjieskraal are rich with these ancient-artworks.

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But the intrigue doesn't stop there-the Cederberg is also home to the rare Clanwilliam cedar tree, from which the range gets its name.  This endangered tree species grows only in the high mountain slopes of the Cederberg and nowhere else in the world.

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Add to the surreal formations like the Maltese Cross and Wolfberg Arch, crystal-clear rock pools, and the fact that it's one of the best places for stargazing in South Africa due to minimal light pollution-and you've got a region that's both spiritually rich and wildly scenic.​

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Duration

​8 days, including 2 travel days

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Group Size

​11 hikers accompanied by your guide​

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Distance

​Approximately 40 km

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Trail Rating​

​​Each day, we’ll head out on a different trail.  See the itinerary for ratings..​​​​

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Terrain

Expect uneven terrain, rocky paths, rock scrambling, loose stones, narrow ledges, crawling sections, and steep ascents and descents.

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Fitness & Requirements​​​​​​​​​

To fully enjoy the variety of trails, a moderate level of fitness is required.

 

We will be hiking for 6 consecutive days, (some of the days are pure exploring) with some sections being physically and mentally demanding.  Since we’ll be based at a central camp and hiking different trails each day, you’re welcome to join the trip even if you can’t do all the hikes—you’re free to relax at base camp while we’re out on the trails.

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