Amatola Trail
South Africa · Africa · Hut-to-hut · score 53/100
At a glance
| Countries | South Africa |
|---|---|
| Continent | Africa |
| Region | Amathole Mountains (Eastern Cape) |
| Type | Hut-to-hut |
| Length | 100 km |
| Typical duration | 6 days |
| Difficulty | 4/5 (Hard) |
| Max altitude | 1963 m |
| Best season | Mar-May, Sep-Nov |
| Start | Maden Dam (near King William's Town) |
| End | Tyume / Hogsback area |
| Permit / guide | booking required (hut-based; MTO Ecotourism) |
| Special gear | none |
Score
53/100
Often called South Africa's toughest hut trail: 100 km through indigenous forest and waterfalls; respected locally, little known abroad.
How the score works: scoring method. Information confidence: high.
Notes
100 km / 6 days (Hiking South Africa).
Sources
Information compiled from public sources, as of October 19, 2026. Trail conditions, permits and closures change: verify with local authorities before you go.
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