Louis Changuion Hiking Trail - Magoebaskloof, Limpopo
Louis Changuion Hiking Trail - Magoebaskloof, Limpopo
The Louis Changuion Hiking Trail is a scenic route located near the town of Haenertsburg in the Magoebaskloof area of Limpopo, South Africa. The trail spans about 10 km through indigenous forests, grasslands, and mountain landscapes, offering stunning views and rich biodiversity. It's well-known for its historical value, as the trail was named after local historian Louis Changuion. Along the way, hikers can encounter various bird species and plant life unique to the area.
The trail goes through three Afromontane forest patches and a highly threatened grassland. It begins and ends in the historical village of Haenertsburg in the foothills of the Wolkberg Wilderness area in Limpopo Province. The remains of a Long Tom cannon can be viewed in the village and a quaint isolated graveyard along the route also warrants a stop.
The trail is about 10 km in length and has stunning views, including a panorama of the northern most part of the Drakensberg range and quaint picnic spots. It should take about half a day to complete but hikers are encouraged to stop and look for special plants and animals along the way. Maps of the trail and information booklets on medicinal plants, insects and birds are available for hikers in the village. It is interesting to note that only one out of six plants are actually grasses unlike many other trails and hikers may be rewarded by seeing some unusual flowers. Some threatened fauna that may be seen along the hike are Blue Swallow, Methuens Dwarf Gecko and the Wolkberg Zulu Butterfly.
The trail is maintained on a volunteer basis by the community. The Louis Changuion Hiking Trail offers a restful weekend to recharge the batteries and the senses. Haenertsburg is about 300 km north of Johannesburg and 60 km north east of Polokwane (Pietersburg).
Accommodation Near Louis Changuion Hiking Trail - Magoebaskloof, Limpopo
Glenogle Farm, The Stables and The Loft
Self Catering House, Cottage, Chalet Accommodation in Haenertsburg
1.8km from Louis Changuion Hiking Trail - Magoebaskloof, LimpopoGlenogle Farm offers 2 self catering cottages in the mountainous area of Magoebaskloof in the Limpopo province. (Sleeps 4 and sleeps 2). Situated between Haenertsburg and Tzaneen, hidden amongst the pine plantations in the beautiful mountainous area... …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
Woodmere Lodge
Self Catering House, Cottage, Chalet Accommodation in Haenertsburg
3.1km from Louis Changuion Hiking Trail - Magoebaskloof, LimpopoEscape to the enchanting Haenertsburg in Limpopo, a hidden gem nestled in the Magoebaskloof Mountains where you will find Woodmere Lodge which offers a 14 sleeper, spacious and well-appointed self-catering home surrounded by indigenous rain forests... …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
Cheerio Trout Fishing & Holiday Resort
Self Catering House, Cottage, Chalet Accommodation in Haenertsburg
3.2km from Louis Changuion Hiking Trail - Magoebaskloof, LimpopoCheerio Trout Fishing Lodge (sleeps from 28 - 33) offers a self catering escape in the beautiful Cheerio Valley close to Haenertsburg, in the Magoebaskloof area, between Polokwane and Tzaneen and is an excellent stop over to the Kruger National Park... …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
Zwakala River Retreat
Self Catering House, Cottage, Chalet Accommodation in Haenertsburg
5.6km from Louis Changuion Hiking Trail - Magoebaskloof, LimpopoZwakala River Retreat is situated on a privately owned farm in the beautiful Magoebaskloof Mountains, just north of Haenertsburg in the Limpopo Province. Our array of accommodation includes cosy self catering cottages, a guest house and a private camp... …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
Boskiep 2
Self Catering Apartment, Flatlet Accommodation in Tzaneen
17.9km from Louis Changuion Hiking Trail - Magoebaskloof, LimpopoBoskiep 2 provides self catering flat accommodation in Tzaneen, in the Limpopo province. (Sleeps 6). Boskiep 2 is a convenient stopover or holiday base, an affordable self catering flat for business travellers, sales representatives, tourists, parents... …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
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