Start: Langesnek hut, Moolmanshoek Nature Reserve, 45 km from Ficksburg
Finish: Langesnek hut
Duration: 22 km for 2-day option (33 km for 3-day option)
Fitness: moderate to difficult
Our tip: if you leave out the two optional detours to the tops of the mountains, the two-day hike is not too strenuous at all
Situated in the Witteberg Mountains between Ficksburg and Rosendal, the Moolmanshoek Nature Reserve offers three hiking trails – the Waterkloof, Sphinx and Langesnek. Combining the Waterkloof and Sphinx routes gives you a three-day option.
The hike traverses the slopes of the area's two most famous mountains - Visierskerf and Sikonjella's Hat. Views of these and the surrounding mountains are unbeatable, and hikers having done the trail report at the beauty of the area.
Base camp is at Langesnek hikers hut, a comfortable hiking accomodation that includes electricity, toilets, showers and even a bath. A lapa includes a fireplace, braai facilities and limited wood.
You overnight at Barolong cave, which is very basic so take a mattress and all cooking facilities with you, although there is water in cans and two long-drop toilets.
WhereMoolmanshoek Private Nature Reserve, Ficksburg, Free State
WhenBooking is essential
How muchPrices on request.
TelephoneJacana Marketing on +27 (0)41 366-2984
OvernightThe closest town is Ficksburg, in Free State
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