Rim of Africa
South Africa · Africa · Thru-hike / long-distance trail · score 56/100
At a glance
| Countries | South Africa |
|---|---|
| Continent | Africa |
| Region | Cederberg to Outeniqua (Western Cape) |
| Type | Thru-hike / long-distance trail |
| Length | 650 km |
| Typical duration | 56-63 days |
| Difficulty | 5/5 (Very hard) |
| Max altitude | 2325 m |
| Best season | Sep-Nov (annual guided window) |
| Start | Cederberg (Pakhuis) |
| End | Outeniqua Mountains (Garden Route) |
| Permit / guide | guided only (annual guided traverse, by application) |
| Special gear | none |
Score
56/100
Africa's longest mountain traverse, ~650 km along the Cape Fold spine; run once a year as a guided cohort, which limits access.
How the score works: scoring method. Information confidence: high.
Notes
~600-650 km, nine connected traverses, ~9 weeks (Getaway: about 600 km / 56 days).
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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