Klein Karoo to Coast Trail

Activity Description

Roughly 200km route starting in the Klein Karoo at the foothills of the Swartberg Mountain, crossing the Kammanassie & Outeniqua mountains, through the Langkloof to the beautiful blue ocean.

Along the way, savor farm-style hospitality, fireside meals, rustic campsites, and local flavors
like freshly braaied roosterkoek and Klein Karoo wine. Guided by passionate hosts and carried by steady
Cape Riding Horses, trusted companions with gentle temperaments. Every twist of the trail is imbued with natural splendor, rich history, and the pure joy of exploration.

Arrangements

Duration107 hours

WhenSelected dates in the year

Where

WeatherWe do not operate in very bad weather conditions

What to WearLong pants or riding breeches and closed shoes. Avoid clothing which can be damaged by shrubs and branches (e.g. down jackets, microfibre). We provide riding hats. ⚫ Comfortable & casual clothing for the evenings. Dinner will always be where we stay and never in a restaurant. ⚫ Torch or head lamp (important for camping evening). ⚫ Soap, shampoo and personal toiletries. Limited amenities in lodges along the way. ⚫ Basic first aid kit or personal medication for your own use. ⚫ Mosquito repellent. It’s the season! ⚫ Mobile phone chargers and plugs. There’s electricity at all our accommodation places except when we are camping. Bring an external battery if you are worried about your phones’ battery not lasting.

Things to BringComfortable riding pants for long hours in the saddle. We suggest you bring 3 pairs of jodhpurs/riding pants. Its important to wear comfortable underwear (BOODY underwear have been recommended). Tip: wear pantihose under your riding pants to prevent rubbing. ⚫ Long sleeves for sun protection, layering in case of temperature fluctuations, buff for neck, jacket or body warmer for cool mornings. Please avoid puffer jackets due to possible ripping on vegetation. ⚫ Short pull on boots e.g. farm/hiking boots or sneakers with chaps (long or short). We like the ankle protection of short boots for the short distances that we will be walking. Good tread important for loose stones in places. Vellies are also good, but long riding boots with smooth tread definitely not recommended. ⚫ Sunscreen (plenty!) and lip balm ⚫ Riding hat (recommended but not essential, and it might be a condition of your insurance) or a wide brimmed hat with chin strap or string to keep it on your head at if we are riding a faster pace. Please note: not wearing of a safety helmet is entirely at your own risk. ⚫ Rain coat or waterproof riding gear in case of wet weather. The farmers co-op shop sells cheap rain suits. The ride will continue despite weather conditions, except if there’s a natural disaster. ⚫ Hygiene wipes: handy for the saddle bag if you need to go while on the trail. Please make sure that used tissue or wipes should be buried (heels can dig in soft soil) if used in the veld or placed under a big stone. Burning of toilet paper are recommended once used. ⚫ Sunglasses (preferably on a string if you are riding with them). ⚫ Optional: gloves, personal water bottle, sweets/snacks for the saddle bag, hip flask…?, Ziploc bags for waterproofing items in saddle bags e.g. mobile phone. A beanie for cool evenings and camping.

Guests or Spectatorsn/a

Requirements

Minimum Age11 years

Minimum Height0.0 m

Maximum Height110.0 m

Fitness LevelFit

Maximum Weight110.0 kg

Certificationn/a

Experience LevelIntermediate

Inclusions and Exclusions

Inclusions

Guided horse ride, drinks and snacks.
Riding caps, which you are requested to wear a cap for the duration of the outride or activity.
Your own dedicated horse with equipment for 6 riding days, 6 nights’ accommodation, all
meals & snacks for 7 days, basic soft drinks and some alcoholic beverages, water, tea and coffee. It
also includes a 2 hour ride in a game reserve and luggage transport (supported trip) and a guide with
support team.

Exclusions

Transfers at the beginning and end of the trip, alcoholic and special beverages, special
dietary requirements, single supplement, tipping, medical expenses, laundry or extra costs associating
with personal damage, insurance. It also excludes optional extras like the scenic mini bus trip around
Oudtshoorn and additional nights at the start or end of the trip.

Notes

The maximum number of riders per activity is limited to 12, and it might be less, depending on the activity.

Provider

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Klein Karoo Horse Adventures

Klein Karoo to Coast Trail

De Rust/Oudtshoorn

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