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Wilderness National Park

Hiking

There are five trails all located in the National Park, all with varying distances.

Half Collared Kingfisher Trail
It is a nice shady walk through the forest, you are likely to see most of our birds e.g. the Knyzna Loerie, Giant Kingfisher and the Fish Eagle. You will also see the Yellow Wood Trees.
Trail distance: 2km
Trail time: 1-2hrs

Giant Kingfisher Trail
It is a little strenuous in the beginning of the trail but it does get easier. It is the only trail that leads to a waterfall. You are allowed to swim and picnic at the waterfall. This trail is on the opposite side of the Half Collard.
Trail distance: 3,5km
Trail time: 3-4hrs

Pied Kingfisher Trail
This trail is mainly used for bird watching. It is a flat circular route which takes you through the Serpentine which mainly consists of Fynbos. It is an open trail with no shade. There is a section of the trail which combines with the beach. You’ll be able to walk along the beach to Wilderness Village and back to our Camp.
Trail distance: 10km
Trail time: 3-4hrs

Brown Hooded Kingfisher Trail
This is also through the forest and leads to the river. This trail is also popular for bird watching.
Trail distance: 5km
Trail time: 2-3hrs

Cape Dune Molerat Trail
This is a very sandy trail, where you can see the Fynbos and beautiful Proteas close at hand. It is also a circular route with no shade.
Trail distance: 3km
Trail time: 2-3hrs

We also have Bird Hides- you can get directions to these at our reception area.