3 Walks You Must Do In The Overberg This Weekend
3 Walks You Must Do In The Overberg This Weekend
Hermanus and the Overberg are home to beautiful mountain ranges, reserves and parks. The area boasts spectacular hikes that take you up along forested gorges with views of the ocean. On a clear day during whale watching season you are more than likely able to spot them from high above.
Thankfully summer is here and these are our 3 top walks/hikes that we think you should do this weekend or during your visit to this stunning piece of South Africa.
Grotto Beach
Grotto Beach is a Blue Flag Beach that stretches roughly 18KM, perfect for a summer sunset stroll or for those looking for some serious exercise, a beach run. For day long excursions fill your back pack up with water and snacks and head to Soepies Klip about an hour away. There is a cave near by and the spot is also perfect for fisherman, a good place to cast for Galjoen and Steenbras.
Crystal Pools
Crystal Pools is a very popular and fairly easy hike to a series of mountain pools in a beautiful Valley known as the Steenbras River Gorge. A permit is required, a fee of R60 is payable and can be purchased at the Sunbird Lodge on the right if approaching from Gordon’s Bay side or on the left if approaching from Hermanus side on the R44. The hiking distance is 8KM and is well marked.
Three Dams – Fernkloof Nature Reserve
An incredible place hidden in the Fernkloof Nature Reserve an within easy walking distance. Roughly a 30 minute hike will guide you to the first set of three dams in the reserve. The first is quite popular but for a more secluded spot you can hike a bit further. It remains one of the best places to have a picnic in Hermanus. Don’t forget to visit the Fernkloof Indigenous Nursery while in the area.
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A blue flag beach is an international award that is given to beaches that meet a set of standards and excellence regarding safety, amenities, cleanliness and environmental standards.
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