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Boosmansbos Wilderness Area

A protected natural reserve known for its hiking trails, mountainous terrain, diverse fauna, and indigenous Afromontane forests.

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Sometimes you just need to get out of the car and walk around, and luckily, there are loads of great hikes on Route 62. The famous Donkey Trail in Calitzdorp or the Bloupunt Trail in Montagu are both well-worth stretching your legs for, but one of the best places to hike is the Boosmansbos Wilderness Area. There’s some tough walking up mountain passes, but the views at the top are worth the effort. Added to this, you can walk through indigeonous forests and swim in mountain rivers. It is also one of the few hikes where you can camp anywhere you like.

terhollmann 4 years ago

Boosmansbos Wilderness Area Articles

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