Plett Camino hiking trail

5-days – 5 nights – 80km – fully catered, slackpacking hiking trail through the indigenous forests, mountain fynbos, river valleys and open plains of Knysna and Plettenberg Bay. And we carry your bags …

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Plett Camino Hiking Trail Slackpacking

4.8

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frances Kotze

This is a beautiful,well organized walk. Fantastic experience with excellent accommodation, lovely food, great scenery and a group of people that kept us safe, well cared for and met all my expectations . Thanks to the drivers, the guys behind the scenes, guides, and all the people that provided food and drinks. Everybody walked the extra mile to keep us happy.

Paul van Hoof

Great 5-days guided slack packing hike. Moderate 4 hour hikes each day featuring different biomes. Well organized, fitting accommodation, great catering. Good value for money

Cindy Adshade

Wonderful all round experience from accomodation & guesthouse hosts ,the route,food,guides,logistical team,communication was clear ,the game drive & wine tastings , worth the cost per person - would recommend

Response from the owner: HI Cindy ... what a stunning week.Thanks for taking the time to leave such a super review. It was really good to meet you and Steven.All the best.Iain and The Plett Camino Team !

Roberta Eggers

Had a wonderful week hiking this Camino. Everything was organised down to the smallest detail and the team really went the extra mile. Accommodation ranged from comfortable and clean to downright luxurious, but we were never lacking for anything. The hiking itself was challenging but manageable. I cannot recommend this experience enough! The area is exquisite and I came back feeling accomplished, mentally refreshed and physically invigorated.

Response from the owner: HI RobertaWhat a week that was with all you ladies. We had as much fun as you guys did !Thanks for taking the time to leave us such an amazing review. It is always special for us to hear such positive words from our hikers who live in the Knysna Plett area and are still blown away by the special scenery on the Camino.I'm sure we will bump into each other again in Knysna.Iain and the Plett Camino Team !!

Robert Schulz

Fantastic walking and hosting experience

Response from the owner: Hi RobThanks for taking the time to leave a 5 star for us !!We had a really good week with al you guys. To see a diverse group getting t know each other over the few days is always so satisfying. We all share a love of hiking and this is the thing that always seems to breaks the ice.All the best Iain and the Plett Camino Team !!

Vicky Coates

The Plett Camino really hit the sweet spot on all fronts, well organised, comfortable accommodation, quality food, excellent guides, varied hiking terrains, GREAT teamwork and the spirit of generosity, welcome and care throughout.

Response from the owner: HI VickyThanks for the kind words... you know, we always feed off the vibes of the crowd and you guys were superb ...It was a super fun week. Thanks to all of you for making it a memorable one.Best regardsIain and the Plett Camino Team !

Marita Nell

When you feel the need to be able to just get off the planet for a while, to be still, to get your breath back.... then go for a walk in the forest. You'll see, you'll hear, you'll smell and you'll realise that nature heals and restores. Plett Camino allows this to happen without any effort on your part, except to put one foot in front of the other. Perfect location, perfectly organized, great guides, wonderful hosts, accommodation and food. You will return refreshed and with so many memories and photos that will take you back to this incredible experience whenever you need to just escape for a minute or two.CSW group 1-6 September 2024

Response from the owner: HI Marita ... thanks for such a beaut review ... we all had such a fun time with you ... its groups like yours that make the Camino such a wonderful experience for all of us ... We hope to see you all when you pass through Plett again.Best regardsIain and the Plett Camino Team !

THAPELO THAPYE MATLALE

The five-day hike was nothing short of perfection! Every detail was meticulously planned, offering breathtaking views and supportive friendly guides who made the experience exceptional. The five guest houses we stayed in were charming, spotless and hosted by incredibly welcoming people. The meals were so delicious that i couldn’t refuse even when i was full! The wine tasting was a standout moment, adding a delightful touch to an already incredible journey. Overall, this hike exceeded all expectations, and i had the time of my life. I’m excited to do it again and highly recommend it to anyone looking for a top-notch adventure. Thank you for crafting such an unforgettable experience!!🙏🏾

Response from the owner: HI THAPELO ... Ive got to say that the pics you posted were seriously amazing. Thank you for the stunning review and thank you to all of you ladies for teaching us so much about resilience as you all tackled the trails without any hesitation. I hope to see you ladies back here at some point in the future. All the best~ ~ iain and the Plett Camino Team !

Maggie Langlands

A great hiking trail that needs more preparation than I gave it! Get those uphill muscles fit before you go. Great accommodation, lots of good food, good unobtrusive guides, brilliant back-up.

Response from the owner: Thank you Maggie . We loved having you with us, and are humbled by your bird spotting prowess. We have the birdlist of 64 which we will publish soon. Thank you also for your Camino diary which you sent us. It is always amazing to experience it again through the eyes of another.Thank you again for taking the time to give us a review.All the best~ ~ iain and the Plett Camino Team

Alison Bosch

Response from the owner: HI AlisonThanks for taking the time to review us online. We loved having you guys on the trail. All the best ~ iain

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5 Days – 5 Nights – 80 Kilometres – A fully catered, slack packing hiking trail through the forests and river valleys of the Garden Route, from the Garden of Eden near Knysna to the Keurbooms River in Plettenberg Bay.

Farmhouse-style accommodation, delicious meals and drinks, knowledgeable guides, two wine tastings and a game drive across the Plett Game reserve all included … and of course, we carry your bags !

The diversity of trails, views, friendships and experiences along the way, leave you wondering how Plett could be so close, yet feel so far away for five full days.

The hike incorporates leaf-covered single tracks below the forest canopy, to open fynbos trails, to river crossings and rock hopping along the river beds, and of course, some steepish climbs out of the valleys.

A new addition to the South African multi-day hiking trails in the Western Cape, set right in the middle of the Garden Route.

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All Inclusive Rates: R12500 to Dec '24/ R12900 from Jan '25/ R13500 from July '25

NOTE: A Single Supplement applies for bookings not reserved in pairs - click here for explanation

Rates are quoted on a per person sharing basis, based on the double occupancy of a room.

As a single you need to either bring a friend to join you or pay the single supplement surcharge of 30%. This applies if a booking results in you having your own room (eg: if booking for an uneven number of people) or if you insist on your own room.

Where people haven’t chosen their own room mate, and are happy to share, we may pair people of the same gender together in the same room where possible. If this results in you sharing a room as opposed to having one on your own, then we gladly waive the single supplement fee.

Note that the single supplement fee will not reflect when making your booking and we will send you a mail reflecting the additional amount owing.

*Enquire about our special for local home owners who can save by joining on the morning of the first day.

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ALL INCLUSIVE

Your trip cost covers the whole trip from start to finish.

The experience is filled with surprises. Be it a welcoming G&T every afternoon, or wine and bubbles with home made cheeses, a game drive across plains teaming with animals, to home made pizza’s and red wine or a hot chocolate by the fire after a steep climb out of a cool river bed.

The food is home-made and delicious. Our lodges en route are rustic farmhouse-style bed and breakfasts. Each one is unique and homely with en suite bathrooms and crisp white sheets. Rooms are typically twin beds with two people sharing queen or king sized beds for couples. A swimming pool await weary hikers each day.

SAFE, FRIENDLY, FUN

The Plett Camino provides a safe trail hiking experience for both single women and men hikers, couples, families and hiking groups. Safety and enjoyment are essential, and trails are guided by qualified guides, supported by a team of staff and off-road vehicles.

We cater for all ages from early teens to people well into their sixties and seventies, but only you know your fitness level. If you are happy with ±14kms a day, then this is the trail for you. There are no steep drop offs or ropes or chains en route and no river crossings where you are required to swim.

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‘In South Africa, Camino’s have established themselves as the ‘go-to’ for multi-day slackpacking hikes. Traditionally, a Camino is a religious or spiritual pilgrimage undertaken in a foreign land over many days and long distances. With our immersive forests, and picturesque rivers, we strive to offer a similar emotional experience over a much shorter time to foster a deep sense of presence, and facilitate your own journey to self, whatever that is for you.’

What our clients have to say:

An incredible 5 days discovering a Plett I never knew … through dense forests and little known trails, into beautiful valleys to climb up the other side. With unexpected surprising views and every day holds something different. Each lodge offered something special. I highly recommend it !

Nikki

Just to say a big thanks for a wonderful few days on the Camino. Loved it, five star food for the soul! I hope your venture goes from strength to strength – and more importantly you have a ball doing it.

Kirsten

The Plett Camino was awesome. Nature at its best. We were spoiled with little surprises every day. Delicious lunches, wine tastings, massages, clean beds, warm showers and amazing food at the end of each day. The week was nothing short of wonderful. A highly recommended break away from busy day to day lives.

Sam

What a treat! Our group had a fantastic experience on the Plett Camino – we couldn’t have asked for more in terms of planning, catering, logistics. So many special moments and precious memories.

Sue

We loved how each day had a special surprise in store – a thoughtfully curated sundowner, a life-giving wine tasting, a leisurely game drive, an end of day massage. It was evident how much careful planning and thought had gone into the making of this trail and the meticulous and seamless logistics going behind the scenes. I can highly recommend walking the Plett Camino!

Meg

Great hiking company! Organized everything for us, knowledgeable guides for the plant and bird life in the area.

Kylie Yancey (USA)

The hike was very beautiful and the people were all very nice. You also learned a lot about the different trees and plants, which I thought was good. Also, everything was organized for us, which was relaxing because you could just hike without having to worry about other things.

L Arnold (Germany)

The Plett Camino Hiking Trail was a happy adventure, in some beautifully remote areas around Plettenberg Bay. Each day’s walking was well planned, safely guided and paced. A really worthwhile five days in such a special corner of the Garden Route.

Clare Manicom

It was an amazing 5 days. Beautiful forests, amazing scenery, fantastic food and great hosts along the way. It’s a must do if you’re in the Cape..

Simon

What an amazing 5 day hike, the overnight accommodation was out of this world. Every need is catered for and more, a great hike for all ages. Set in the most beautiful area it’s a must for an slack packing enthusiasts.

Darren

The scenery on the 5 day Camino is beyond description.. Garden of Eden rain forest, to pine lands, to open savanna, rivers, unlimited views .. it goes on .. the 5 different places we overnighted were all farm house style bed and breakfasts with two that were exceptional … I loved every minute and am taking my kids on it in September…

Lloyd

One of the best five days you can have exploring the forest and fynbos. Wonderful hosting and excellent food well done Plett Camino and team, can’t wait till the next one.