Hiking

Hiking for beginners can be intimidating, but there’s really not much to it. You don’t need any special skills to hike; you just have to be able to walk and know where you are. It’s a great way to immerse yourself in nature, get a good workout in, and recharge your batteries. The perfect way for adventurers looking to get some exercise in a natural environment.

The route we take is well maintained, with distance markers counting down the number of kilometers still to go. There is also a slackpacking option. The days can be hot during the summer, so an early start is advised, but the awesome views at the top make up for any discomfort.

You’ll get to enjoy a 10km nature hike in the beautiful mountains. Besides the stunning scenery, we also get to see free roaming sable antelope, impalas and springbok on the hike. The hike is not to strenuous. The first 2km is a gentle scramble up the summit ridge that offers an incredible panoramic view of mountain range.

Clothing Tips

The nice thing about beginning hiking is that you don’t really need any special gear, you can probably get away with things you already have.

Let’s start with clothing. A typical mistake hiking beginners make is wearing jeans and regular clothes, which will get heavy and chafe wif they get sweaty or wet. Wear wicking workout clothes, which are designed for being active. Long pants or tights are good for making sure your legs don’t get scraped up on bushes along the trail. Likewise, long sleeve shirts will protect you from the elements, but you can roll up the sleeves when it’s hot.

Shoes are also important. A good pair of sneakers or trail runners is usually your best bet. If you have an old pair of hiking boots in your closet, it might be better to leave them behind if you haven’t worn them in a while, they could cause blisters.

Next on the list would be a backpack, water (bring more than you need), snacks, and extra layers. Be prepared for rain, or for the temperature to go up or down.