Fanie Botha Hiking Trail
South Africa · Africa · Hut-to-hut · score 50/100
At a glance
| Countries | South Africa |
|---|---|
| Continent | Africa |
| Region | Drakensberg escarpment (Mpumalanga) |
| Type | Hut-to-hut |
| Length | 75 km |
| Typical duration | 5 days |
| Difficulty | 3/5 (Moderate) |
| Max altitude | 1900 m |
| Best season | Mar-May, Sep-Nov |
| Start | Ceylon/Morgenzon hut area (near Sabie/Pilgrim's Rest) |
| End | Loop route |
| Permit / guide | booking required (SAFCOL/MTO huts) |
| Special gear | none |
Score
50/100
South Africa's first official hiking trail (1973): escarpment views and waterfalls around Sabie; historically important but outshone by newer trails.
How the score works: scoring method. Information confidence: medium.
Notes
75 km / 5 days (Hiking South Africa); sa-venues lists 62.5 km / 5 days - route options vary.
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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