Wolfberg Cracks
To say the Cederberg is unique is simply an understatement. It is a collection of mountains, valleys, canyons, rocky summits. streams and wild remote plateaux of unspeakable beauty. A place that just keeps unfolding the more you explore and keeps on giving the more adventurous you become. The Cederberg is also much more than just a mountain range. It is a place steeped in history where people have lived, worked and farmed for many generations. It is the home of Rooibos tea, the Cape mountain leopard and boasts the highest vineyard in South Africa, yielding some of the finest wines in the country. For more leisurely days, explore the Stadsaal caves and rock formations, go wine tasting at Cederberg cellars or enjoy a lazy day down at the Maalgat pools.
Day outings
One of the most popular one day outings which is a must for all visitors and locals alike is the impressive and unforgettable hike up and through the Wolfberg Cracks, and across to the Wolfberg Arch. We started our hike through the Wolfberg Cracks at about 09h00 which was a little later than we had intended because we were delayed getting the permit from the office. The drive from Sanddrif where we were staying to the start of the hike is spectacular as the road winds through the valley of the Red Gods, an amazing display of unique Sandstone rock formations.
The car parking area is in the shade of old established oak trees about 100 meters from the official start of the hike. The path up to the the start of the narrow crack is just over one kilometre of hiking and is quite well marked but but one can take a wrong turn very easily. There are 2 options through the crack the wide crack or the narrow crack, the latter requires climbing over obstacles using rope handles and handholds.
The Cederberg mountain range was formed millions of years ago and is part of the Cape fold belt mountain range, with rock comprising of Table Mountain Sandstone of the very highest quality.
Narrow crack
Entrance to the narrow crack
Beginning of the narrow crack
Descending the wide crack
Cederberg
Up the narrow crack
Descending the wide crack
Beginning of the narrow crack
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Please Note: Cederberg hikes will be subject to additional transport charges - the Cederberg is a 700 Km round-trip from Hermanus.
Our overnight accommodation cost will also have to be included. The cost will be calculated for the applicable hike date.
Our 2 to 3 hour hike or walk is R 500.00 per person minimum 2 people there is a charge of R 250.00 per additional person.
Half day or part thereof, includes tea, coffee and muffins. R 700.00 per person minimum 2 people. There is a charge of R 350.00 per additional person.
Exceeding 5 hours include tea or coffee and muffins in the morning and a packed lunch with fruit juice for lunch; please contact us for a quote
Cederberg Hikes Hikes
Please Note: Cederberg hikes will be subject to additional transport charges - the Cederberg is a 700 Km round-trip from Hermanus.
Our overnight accommodation cost will also have to be included. The cost will be calculated for the applicable hike date.
Our 2 to 3 hour hike or walk is R 500.00 per person minimum 2 people there is a charge of R 250.00 per additional person.
Half day or part thereof, includes tea, coffee and muffins. R 700.00 per person minimum 2 people. There is a charge of R 350.00 per additional person.
Exceeding 5 hours include tea or coffee and muffins in the morning and a packed lunch with fruit juice for lunch; please contact us for a quote
Please provide the following items for your walk or hike
- Day pack
- Hat or cap
- Sunscreen
- Suitable hiking/walking boots or shoes
- Water bottle
- Binoculars/camera
- Medication if required
