Cederberg Mountains

Cederberg Mountains Trips & Tours

Cederberg Mountains

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Cederberg Mountains Trips & Tours

Switch off and get back to nature in this wilderness of rocky mountains and ancient Khoisan art.
The Cederberg escarpment is a rocky, alien-looking mountain range just 200 kilometers from Cape Town. Here you will find the largest collection of ancient Khoisan rock art in Southen Africa—a veritable 'Louvre of Africa'. The Cederberg is also a paradise for hikers, and you can spend days getting lost in the mountains, among the dramatic, wind-carved sandstone formations like the Maltese Cross and the Wolfberg Arch. Other activities range from rock climbing, to swimming in rock pools, visiting a Rooibos tea farm and camping in the many remote sites throughout the wilderness area.
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Prepare to be enchanted by the rugged beauty and ancient mystique of the Cederberg Mountains, a hidden gem in South Africa’s Western Cape. This dramatic wilderness is a paradise for hikers, with trails that wind through surreal rock formations, past ancient San rock art, and up to panoramic viewpoints that will leave you breathless. The area’s unique sandstone cliffs glow a fiery red at sunset, creating an otherworldly atmosphere that photographers and nature lovers adore. After a day of exploring, unwind with a glass of the region’s famous rooibos tea or a bottle of wine from a local vineyard. Stargazers will be in heaven here, too—the Cederberg’s remote location means its night skies are some of the clearest and most dazzling in the country. Whether you’re discovering hidden waterfalls, clambering over giant boulders, or simply soaking up the serene beauty of this untouched landscape, the Cederberg Mountains offer a truly unforgettable adventure.

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