Harkerville Trail - between Knysna and Plettenberg Bay
The Harkerville Coastal Hiking Trail is one of the most stunning and challenging coastal trails in the Western Cape, located between Knysna and Plettenberg Bay in the heart of the Garden Route. This circular, two-day hike stretches across rugged coastal cliffs, indigenous forests, and pristine beaches, offering breathtaking views of the Indian Ocean. The total distance of the trail is about 27 kilometers, and it is known for its mix of tough terrain and scenic beauty, making it popular with more experienced hikers.
The trail takes hikers through a variety of landscapes, including towering fynbos, ancient yellowwood trees, and dramatic rocky coastlines. Along the way, hikers may spot dolphins and whales in the ocean, and there is an abundance of birdlife in the forested areas. There are overnight huts provided at Sinclair Hut for those doing the full trail, which offer basic accommodation. The trail requires a good level of fitness, as some sections involve steep ascents, descents, and rope-assisted rock scrambling.
Contact details for the Harkerville Coastal Hiking Trail:
Phone: +27 44 382 9762 (SANParks Knysna Office)
Email: knysna@sanparks.org
Website: https://www.sanparks.org
Pre-booking is essential, as there is limited availability for hikers on this popular trail. It’s also important to check in with SANParks for trail conditions and possible closures due to weather or maintenance.
Accommodation Near Harkerville Trail - between Knysna and Plettenberg Bay
Protea Wilds Retreat
Self Catering House, Cottage, Chalet Accommodation in Harkerville
9km from Harkerville Trail - between Knysna and Plettenberg BayProtea Wilds Retreat offers self catering accommodation on the outskirts of Harkerville in the Plettenberg Bay area, Garden Route. Safe, peaceful, stunning views, great affordability. Peace and tranquillity like you've never experienced before. …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
Cape Robin Self Catering Villa Plettenberg Bay
Self Catering Apartment, Flatlet Accommodation in Plettenberg Bay
12.9km from Harkerville Trail - between Knysna and Plettenberg BayCape Robin offers luxury self catering accommodation options, nestled in indigenous vegetation - including fynbos - with beautiful views of the Robberg Peninsula, the ocean and the Tsitsikamma Mountains in the distance. Adjacent to the local golf... …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
Earl's View
Self Catering House, Cottage, Chalet Accommodation in Plettenberg Bay
13.4km from Harkerville Trail - between Knysna and Plettenberg BayThis exclusive luxury holiday villa with its breathtaking views offers exclusive self-catering accommodation and is ideally situated to offer privacy as well as convenience. Spacious, airy & open plan living area flowing out onto a large, sunny pool. …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
Gästehaus Pinkepank
Bed & Breakfast Accommodation in Plettenberg Bay
13.5km from Harkerville Trail - between Knysna and Plettenberg BayWe welcome you to our guesthouse, which has modern and highly equipped double rooms, in best position of Plettenberg Bay. We settled down in a quiet side street in which one is protected against the wind. Robberg Island... …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
Cornerway House
Self Catering Apartment, Flatlet Accommodation in Plettenberg Bay
14.1km from Harkerville Trail - between Knysna and Plettenberg BayBed and breakfast and self catering accommodation. There are five individually decorated bedrooms all of which have there own private entrance. All have en-suite bathrooms with fridge, tea and real coffee, TV, a safe, fans for the summer and heating... …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
River Club Villa 41
Self Catering Apartment, Flatlet Accommodation in Plettenberg Bay
14.3km from Harkerville Trail - between Knysna and Plettenberg BayThe River Club Villas is a sought after complex in Plettenberg Bay. This well appointed open plan 3 bedroom all en-suite garden unit is ideal for the family getaway. Only 10 minute walk to Beacon Island beach. …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
Stannards Guest Lodge
Self Catering House, Cottage, Chalet Accommodation in Knysna
14.6km from Harkerville Trail - between Knysna and Plettenberg BayStannards Guest Lodge offers both bed and breakfast accommodation and self catering accommodation in Knysna, Garden Route. Located in the peaceful suburb of Hunter's Home in Knysna, five minutes away from the lagoon and world-class golf courses, and... …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
Ocean Watch Guest House
Bed & Breakfast Accommodation in Plettenberg Bay
14.9km from Harkerville Trail - between Knysna and Plettenberg BayOcean Watch Guest House is perfectly nestled against the coastal hillside of the beautiful Plettenberg Bay, an ideal spot to enjoy whale and dolphin watching. …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
Plett Beachfront Accommodation
Self Catering Apartment, Flatlet Accommodation in Plettenberg Bay
15.1km from Harkerville Trail - between Knysna and Plettenberg BayPlett Beachfront Accommodation offers comfortable, tastefully decorated en-suite self catering and bed and breakfast accommodation, right on Plettenberg Bay's Central Beach, the safest of the town's swimming beaches. …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
Thanda Vista
Bed & Breakfast Accommodation in Plettenberg Bay
15.1km from Harkerville Trail - between Knysna and Plettenberg BayIntimate, exclusive and private, Thanda Vista offers 5 luxury en-suite bedrooms. A guest lounge with library, music centre and desk-top computer (with free Wi-Fi broadband Internet access); a breakfast room with magnificent views of the Bay... …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
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