Mosslands Two River Trail

Directions to the Mosslands Two River Trail

The Mosslands Farm is situated between Port Elizabeth (PE) and Grahamstown next to the N2 National Highway.  It is 108 kilometres and 18 kilometres from PE and Grahamstown respectively.

There are clear road signs to the start of the trail.

Cost

TBA

Start

Pop-in Farm Stall parking area – just off the N2

End

Pop-in Farm Stall parking area – just off the N2

Distance

32 kilometre circular trail

• 18 kilometres on day 1
• 14 kilometres on day 2

Duration

2 day self-catering self-guided trail

Rating

Moderate to difficult

Permit

None required

Features

Circumnavigates the Kariega and Assagai River valleys; natural and rural environments; excellent to standard accommodation.

Take With You

Fully equipped backpack with a change of clothes, sleeping bag & toiletries
Food & drink for the evenings
Sunglasses
Hat
Sunscreen
Good walking shoes
Camera
Binoculars
Refreshments & Water for the hike
Insect Repellent
Swimming Gear

Please Note

A full list of what is suggested to pack is provided when you book.

This trail requires a good level of fitness.

The trail has been designed to be a 2-day circular trail; however it is possible to do it in one day by taking a shortcut to the start of the trail instead of walking to the overnight hut.  On day 2 it is also possible to take two shortcuts should you wish to finish early.

Description

The beauty and tranquillity of the Kariega and Assagai River valleys with undulating hills makes this a must for nature lovers.  Along the rivers there are many pools and impressive rock faces decorated by aloes and other succulents.  The area is rich in an abundance of birds such as the African Crowned Eagle, Knysna Turacos, and 6 Weaver species, Knysna and Olive Woodpeckers and many more.

The trail meanders through indigenous Bisho Thornveld (or Valley Bushveld) along river banks and under a natural canopy of trees such as Yellowwoods, Euphorbias, Milkwoods, and Sneesewoods amongst others.  Antelope such as Bushbuck, Mountain Reed Buck, Blue and common Duiker, Bontebok and Kudu can be seen.  Mosslands is a working farm, so cattle can also be encountered!

The annual 600mm rainfall occurs mainly during the summer months.  The maximum temperature for these months is 25°C, and the minimum temperature experienced during the winter months is 8°C.

Highlights

This trail is rich with wildlife, birdlife and will take your breath away when it comes to pristine beauty and tranquillity.

Watch out for Bushbuck, Mountain Reed Buck, Blue and common Duiker, Bontebok and Kudu, as well as a variety of birds along the way.

As the Eastern Cape is famous for having 6 of the world’s 7 natural biomes – you will encounter many kinds of natural flora along the trail.

Accommodation on Trail

The accommodation for the first night is in two reed cabins (standard) on the banks of the Kariega River, amongst old olive trees.  The second night you will find yourself in a recently renovated old settler’s cottage (excellent).  Both types of accommodation takes up to 12 people and is self-catering.

Contact Details

Tel: +27 (0)46 622 8956
Cell:  082 473 5122
Email:  mosslands@intekom.co.za