Kowie Hiking / Canoe Trail   BACK
Port Alfred  

Eastern Cape, South Africa

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Region Sunshine Coast
  Trail Type Canoeing Day Walk
  Duration 1 day , 4 hours
  Layout Circular
  Difficulty Moderate
  Distance Not Available
  Maximum 16 persons

Hiking Trail Description

Stuck in the river
Stuck in the river

The only self-guided hiking / canoe trail in South Africa The canoe trail starts at Port Alfred and ends at Horseshoe Bend, located in Water’s Meeting Nature Reserve. The trail can be extremely unpleasant in strong winds. Scenic views of the Horseshoe Bend in the Kowie River. Abundant bird life, including the conspicuous fish eagle. There is a limit of 16 people for the trail at any one time.

Duration: Horseshoe Bend Hiking Trails: there are three trails of 3, 3 and 9 km respectively. Canoe Trail: 21 km 4 hours; from Port Alfred to Horse Shoe Bend

Bend in River
Bend in River

Amenities: Hut for maximum of 16 at Horseshoe Bend. Toilets, water and braai area.

 


Reservations & Enquiries

Reserve Manager, Water’s Meeting Nature Reserve: PO Box 116, Bathurst 6166 (1st telephone number) or Bookings: Riverside Caravan Park (2nd telephone number)

Telephone: (046) 625 0876 or (046) 624 2230

 
 


 
 
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