Book Your 2026 South African Adventure with Wildforge Adventures
Wild Walk of the Transkei
Coastal Slack Packing Adventure
Experience a 5-day minimalist slack packing hike along the rugged, beautiful coast of Pondo Land. Cover 48.5 miles (78 km) with expert local guides, swim in pristine pools, and immerse yourself in South African coastal wilderness.
Available Dates:
Saturday 27 June – Saturday 4 July 2026
Saturday 12 September – Saturday 19 September 2026
Saturday 17 October – Saturday 24 October 2026
Day 1: Arrival & Relaxation
Arrive at Durban Int. Airport and travel in a registered vehicle (2½ hour drive) to beachfront accommodation on the South Coast. Kick back, relax, or enjoy a spa experience. Evening walk to "The Wreck" pub and restaurant in Port Edward.
Day 2: Travel to Hiking Start
Travel through the MAGWA Tea Plantation (largest in Africa), visit spectacular Magwa Falls (142m), and Fraser Waterfall. Enjoy a scenic South African coastal forest drive. Arrive at Pumla's Place backpacker lodge.
Days 3–7: The Coastal Hike Adventure
Hike the rugged coastline of Pondo Land with expert guides. Stop at beautiful viewing points, waterfalls, and pools for swimming. Guides share stories about the land, history, fauna, and flora. Finish at Wild Coast Casino.
Day 8: Adventure Options & Return
Choose: boat safari to Aliwal Shoal (swim, snorkel, or cage dive with ragged tooth sharks) OR spend the day on the beach. Then return to Durban Airport.
Zululand Blue Ocean Safari
Game Reserve & Coastal Marine Adventure
A fully catered marine wilderness journey combining 2 days in Hluhluwe/iMfolozi Game Reserve with 4–5 days at Sodwana Bay. Experience hiking, snorkeling, game viewing, turtle watching, and thrilling sea safaris in one unforgettable adventure.
Blue Ocean Trail (Wed–Sun):
Sunday 19 July – Monday 27 July 2026
Sunday 6 September – Monday 13 September 2026
Sunday 22 November – Monday 29 November 2026
Classic Trail (Thu–Mon):
Monday 17 August – Tuesday 25 August 2026
Monday 25 October – Tuesday 3 November 2026
Monday 14 December – Tuesday 22 December 2026
Day 1: Arrival at Durban
Arrive at Durban Airport and travel to Hluhluwe/iMfolozi Game Reserve (2½ hour drive). Settle into Hill-Top Park resort with stunning views and comfortable thatched/air-conditioned chalets.
Day 2: Game Reserve Exploration
Early morning bush walk with armed park rangers (approx. 2 hours). Afternoon game viewing drive in open vehicle, stopping at water holes to observe wildlife. Relax at the pool between activities.
Day 3: Wildlife & Relaxation
Morning: quiet time at a water hole watching animals. Afternoon: game drive with armed rangers. Options to visit the curio store, restaurant, or relax at the pool.
Days 4–7: Sodwana Bay Adventure
Travel to Sodwana Bay (100km) and begin 5-day coastal adventure. Includes hiking, snorkeling, game viewing, turtle watching, and thrilling power boat sea safaris along the beautiful KwaZulu-Natal coast.
Day 8: Lodge Relaxation
Last day of hiking complete. Enjoy final sea safari, then relax at the lodge (Kwa-Skhova). Swim, sunbathe, or unwind before departure.
Day 9: Return to Airport
Travel from Sodwana Bay back to Durban Airport.