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What to do in Cederberg

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.

See the wildflowers of Namaqualand

Splashes of colour paint the dry landscape of Namaqualand in August. Drive just a few hours up the west coast from Cape Town, and you are transported to a world of colour and beauty. It only happens for a few weeks, so make sure you get there in time.
See the wildflowers of Namaqualand

Discover ancient Khoisan rock art in the Cederberg

There's a reason why some call the Cedarburg 'The Louvre of Africa', with its many examples of intricate Khoisan rock paintings that cover the caves and overhangs in the mystical mountain landscape. Short hikes will take you to thousand-year-old paintings depicting antelope and humans, made using animal blood and plant sap as pigments.
Discover ancient Khoisan rock art in the Cederberg

Take a nature walk through the floral kingdom

Explore on foot to enjoy changing landscapes, see indigenous plants of the Cape Floral Kingdom up close, spot a jewel-bright sunbird or hear the call of the African fish eagle. You might even see mammals that are protected in the Cederberg wilderness, like Cape mountain zebra, bontebok, bat-eared fox and klipspringer.
Take a nature walk through the floral kingdom

Hike to the Wolfberg Arch in the Cederberg

Rock formations in the Cederberg are beautiful and none more so than the wonder that is the Wolfberg Arch. Your guide will lead you on a spectacular hike into the mountains via the Wolfberg Cracks. It's a long, tough hike but if you're fit the scenery and photographic opportunities make it hugely rewarding.
Hike to the Wolfberg Arch in the Cederberg
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