Plett Camino

5-days – 5 nights – 80km

Fully catered, slackpacking hiking trail through the indigenous forests, mountain fynbos, river valleys, open plains and along the rugged coastline of Plettenberg Bay. And we carry your bags …

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Plett Camino Hiking Trail Slackpacking

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Lieschen Wittstock

An absolute must if you need to recharge your battery and enjoy nature while being spoiled! Will highly recommend!

Response from the owner:Lieschen it was such a pleasure to host you and your ladies from the "states" ... we had a fabulous time with all of you ... thanks for taking the time to send us a review and also that stunning video you made of your journey with us ... until our paths cross again ...

Happy hiking.
Iain and the Plett Camino Team !!

Marzanne Nel

What a memorable adventure- we had a blast! The Plett Camino is beautifully curated forest-to-coast trek with stunning scenery, comfy accommodation and warm local hospitality.

Response from the owner:HI Marzanne .. thanks so much for the review and also for sending us your comments and suggestions ... we've already put some into play, including your suggestion about the final wine tasting... we definitely take that on board... Im glad you all had such a fantastic time....

Until we meet again, happy hiking
Iain and the Plett Camino Team !!

Joke Koster

Well organized hiking trail with beautiful views and outstanding accommodation. Value for money. Fantastic experience. If you love hiking Plett Camino is a must.

Response from the owner:Hi Joké ... It was a delightful week and to see all of you get along so well was one of the reasons we do what we do.

Thank you for taking the time to review us.

Until next time, happy hiking wherever the trails may lead you .

Iain and the Plett Camino Team !!

OneVision Investments

Thank you Plett Camino Hiking, Ricky, Tiaan ,Murray, Tina, Jesse ,Kev, Heidi, Pam and Lain for a awesome experience, well organized, lovely people in the group, the food we enjoyed, loved Heidi's food.
Accommodation clean and well organized for a group.
Plenty of good wine and beers!! loved it!
Lots of photo's on the Plett Camino whatsApp group.

Thank you to William and Tina you were amazing!!

Response from the owner:It his always so cool to get a review like this. We all do this Camino thing because of the smiles we put on peoples faces. As Steve Jobs once said , "if you haven't found what you love to do, then keep looking".

You will find that all of us at the Camino don't need to look any further.

We're glad you and your team all had fun.

Se you on the trails.

Iain and the Plett Camino Team !!

Belinda Crause

Amazing experience! William and Tina (MrT) were the best guides for me personally on this adventure. Well informed and very caring about our safety and well being during the entire journey. 5 ☆☆☆☆☆ plus Plett Camino♡♡

Response from the owner:Oh wow Belinda, a 5 Star plus ! ... that is certainly our first, and so wonderful to get it so late in our year. It means that we have learned from those who trailed before you , and also that we havent forgotten how to do it right ! 🙂

That you for joining us on another unforgettable week, and thanks you for taking the time to send us your review.

Until next time.

Iain and the Plett Camino Team !!

Liz Gibson

A great 5 days with attentive service, comfortable accommodation along the route, welcoming hosts and good food and wine all with a very special group of people who became friends along the way

Response from the owner:Hi Liz ... what a delight it was to host you and your group over the few days ... the way you all got along from the first evening made is so easy for us .. we will keep the WhatsApp group alive so that you guys can use it to plan the next adventure together. Until next time, happy hiking!
Iain and the Plett Camino Team !!

Debbie Harrison

An awesome adventure with fabulous memories for life. Touchpoints that were unique and a real ‘treat’ every step of the way! Amazing scenery, knowledgeable guides, superb food, great accommodation. Highly recommended!

Response from the owner:Thank you Debbie ... it was a delight to get to know you and your group and those "still" videos were a hit ... will definitely become a Camino highlight ... Until next time, happy trails ...

Iain and the Plett Camino Team !!

Susan Pienaar

What an experience from start to finish! Two caring & knowledgeable guides, thanks Tiaan & Meghan. Accommodation was great, hosts were friendly & hospitable, food was scrumptious, drinks plentiful and an awesome group of hikers. Lots of memories made! Very well organised and smoothly run camino. Highly recommended!!

Response from the owner:Wow Susan thanks for such a stunning review. I must say that it was a perfect week for us and your group made it a huge lot of fun to be part of ... wishing you all the best for many more happy hiking miles 🙂

Iain and the Plett Camino Team !!

TALANA VAN ZYL

Wonderful. Well-organized excellent accomodation/hosts and food at all the overnight accomodation. The 2 guides are the stars. A must do!

Response from the owner:Hi Talana .. it was a pleasure to get to know you over the week ... and to see how you carried on through think and thin and always with a smile ... well done on your Camino and with the vibes you brought to the trails ... until next time ... Happy hiking ...

Iain and the Plett Camino Team !!

PJ H

The first time I read about The Plett Camino was on fb early last year. Having spent many a childhood holiday in Plett and subsequently still frequent there with my husband, it holds a very special place in my heart. I felt it was a great way to experience more of the area than just the beaches and restaurants. I was prepared to do it alone last year as I didn’t have any willing walking mates, but a minor knee injury stopped me making a booking. This year rolled around, I’m not getting younger (at 63 now), so I got my amazing cousin (same age) to agree to do it with me. Booking was done, flights from Kimberley (none direct to George 😖) and we joined the team on 19 October. I am a relatively shy person, so being with such a fun, vibrant, hilariously funny group, was what I needed to chill. The accommodations, evening meals, packed lunches, wine tasting, scenery, forests, Robberg, the endless laughter, the sore toes, the endless uphills 😅, the unprecedented heat 🥵, the guides, Megan and Tiaan, who were exceptional in their roles, Megan patiently slowing her pace to make sure us older ones kept moving. My fitness program had been severely affected by business issues for the last 4 months before the hike, and my 3week crash-walking on flat roads was not enough, but I felt good enough to carry on, my cousin Sue and I encouraging each other till the end. High light - hiking Robberg, low point - NOTHING. I did the Otter trail a few short years ago, that was TOUGH, this was not a walk in the park, some physical fitness definitely required, but I am glad we did it. Well done to the organisers !! 👏🏻

Response from the owner:Wow PJ 🙂
What a stunning review ... it was really fabulous for us to see how you and S integrated into the group ... its what the Plett Camino is all about and also what hiking is about actually .. you have time to just walk and chat and take in the surroundings with no pressure to do anything else ... this is what makes the 5 days amazing... were so happy you enjoyed it ... Until ext time ... Iain and the Plett Camino Team !!

The Plett Camino

5 day Camino Plettenberg Bay

5 Days – 5 Nights – 80 Km

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 and the rugged coastline of Plettenberg Bay.

From solo adventurers to families and friends of up to 12 hikers, our expert guides transform the trail into more than just a walk, weaving in stories of ecology, history, and culture while ensuring your safety every step of the way.

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 before tackling the iconic Robberg Peninsula.

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

Book now to secure your week.

!! BUEN CAMINO !!

ALL INCLUSIVE catered hike

@ R13 900 per person sharing, 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 food, a good old SA braai with a glass of red wine or a hot chocolate by the fire after a steep climb out of a cool river bed.

Our lodges en route are rustic farmhouse-style bed and breakfasts. Each one is unique and homely with private bathrooms and crisp white sheets. Rooms are typically twin beds with two people sharing, and queen or king sized beds for couples. A swimming pool awaits weary hikers each day and a fireplace for those colder evenings.

Plett Camino is SAFE, FRIENDLY, FUN

The Plett Camino provides a safe trail hiking experience for both single lady or gent 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.
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We cater for all ages from early teens to people well into their late 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.