Slackpacking the Giants
The Giants Cup Hiking Trail falls within the uKhahlamba – Drakensberg Park (uKhahlamba means ‘Barrier of Spears') - a World heritage site - of exceptional natural beauty. The trail forms part of the Drakensberg National Hiking Way and is a well established and clearly marked trail that runs southwards, from Sani Pass in the north, to Bushmans Nek in the south, the full trail being approximately 60km in length. The hike is administered by KZN Wildlife who provide 5 overnight huts along the route: at Pholela (Cobham valley), Mzimkhulwana, Winterhoek and Swimans (in the Drakensberg Gardens valley) and at Bushmans Nek.
For less experienced and hardened hikers, who do not have the equipment or who are not prepared to carry a heavy pack for 5 days, a new concept of "luxury hiking" or "slack-packing" has recently been introduced by private operators. This aims at making the hike a more enjoyable experience for people who wish to walk the trail during the day (carrying only a light day-pack) and stay at comfortable overnight lodges, whilst all their meals are provided for.
The services provided on our "Giants Slackpacking" trail are:
This trail is offered to private parties between 6 and 10 persons. The optimal time to plan your hike is for spring and autumn months, where ambient temperatures are mild and weather conditions - more predicatable.
- Professional Guiding and Back-Up Support
- Overnight Accommodation (private guest lodges)
- Full Catering (dinner, bed and breakfast, and a packed lunch)
- Luggage Transfer from Lodge to Lodge
- Pick Up from End Point of Hike.
- Safe Parking of Vehicles during the Hike
If you would like to get an idea of itinerary options and costings,
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