Top 10 Day Hikes in the Kruger Lowveld

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Bakkrans Hiking Trail, Sudwala area: This trail can be found after turning onto the Sabie/Sudwala turnoff (R539) from the N4. The road becomes a dirt and after 10 km turn right at the Uitsoek hut sign. Keeping on this road will lead you to the plantations. The trail starts and ends at the Uitsoek hut. This 11km moderately difficult trail can be undertaken by anyone of any age with some level of fitness. A hiking permit is required. +27 (0)13 754 2724 | ecotour@safcol.co.za

Forest Falls Day Trail, Sabie: Located just outside the town of Sabie on the road to Graskop, this 4.5km circular route begins and ends at the Green Heritage Picnic Site. A permit is required for this walk and be obtained from the Forestry Museum in Sabie. +27 (0)13 754 2724 | ecotour@safcol.co.za

Kaapschehoop Escarpment Walk: A moderate walk from the village, with fascinating and unique rock formations enroute.

Queen Rose Hiking Trail, near Barberton: Initially a two-day trail, but can also be done as a challenging one-day 14km circular trail. +27 (0)72 604 9600 | jackie@queensriver.co.za

The Kadashi-Tufa Trail: An easy 2km hike that runs along the Kadishi River. The trail starts at Blyde Canyon, A Forever Resort is located on the R532, 50km from the town of Graskop. An entrance fee is payable and a map is provided.

The Guinea-Fowl Trail: A 3km trail that requires a reasonable level of fitness. The trail starts at Blyde Canyon, A Forever Resort is located on the R532, 50km from the town of Graskop. An entrance fee is payable and a map is provided.

The Jock of the Bushveld Trail: The trail starts in the town of Graskop and is a circular 8km walk that starts and finishes at the horse stables at the end of Bloedrivier Avenue.

The Leopard Trail: Spanning a distance of 5km and offers views of the northern section of the Blyde River Canyon, Blyde Dam, Three Rondavels and Mariepskop. This trail requires one to be fit.

Blyde Canyon, A Forever Resort is located on the R532, 50km from the town of Graskop. An entrance fee is payable and a map is provided.

The Loerie Trail: A 14km highly popular trail due its challenging nature and wondrous view of the Sabie River Valley along the trail. This circular day trail starts at Merry Pebbles and has Bridal Veil Falls and Glynis and Elna Falls located on the route. A hiking permit is required. +27 (0)13 754 2724 | ecotour@safcol.co.za

Secretary Bird Day Trail: Located 13 km from Sabie on the R532 road to Graskop, this 3km trail starts and ends at Mac Mac Pools. An entrance fee is payable at Mac Mac Pools gate.