How long is the Boesmanskloof hike?
14km
The kloof itself is 14km long, but the trail is usually done as a 2-day hike, there and back, totalling 28km. It can be started from either end, but starting from the picturesque town of Greyton allows you to overnight in the cottages at Boesmanskloof-McGregor Accommodation.
How far is Mcgregor from Greyton?
The driving distance between Greyton and Mcgregor is 95.9km and it would take you 1 Hours 12 minutes if you average 80 km/h (49 mph). The Flying time between Greyton and Mcgregor is 0 Hours 2 minutes since you would need to travel 23.2 km. however if you were to take a Run it would take you 9 Hours 35 minutes.
How long is the Boesmanskloof hiking trail in South Africa?
Between the towns of Greyton and McGregor, in the Riviersonderend Mountains, lies the Boesmanskloof Hiking Trail. The kloof itself is 14km long, but the trail is usually done as a 2-day hike, there and back, totalling 28km.
What kind of birds are on Boesmanskloof Trail?
En route, you will see plenty of fynbos and protea, and Erica species. On the mammal front, keep your eyes peeled for baboons, klipspringers, common duikers, and perhaps a caracal, while birds-wise there should be malachite sunbirds and Cape sugarbirds, black and booted eagles, and jackal buzzards.
Is there a hiking trail from McGregor to Greyton?
Booking ahead is essential!. This 14km trail links the towns of McGregor in the north and Greyton in the south. It passes through the Riviersonderend Conservation Area, which is a declared mountain catchment area comprised of state land and private property.
Where does the Bushman’s Blitz trail start and end?
This trail is commonly referred to as the Greyton — McGregor Trail. I have run it as it is the route of the Bushman’s Blitz Trail Run (starting and finishing on the Greyton side) and since hiked it in the standard 2-day format (starting and finishing on the McGregor side).