4x4 TRAILS

Off road trails and scenic drives including the 8 Passes Challenge

Eastern Cape 4 x 4 Trails 

The Eastern Cape Highlands area is ideal for the 4x4 enthusiast - it's called 'The Wild Side of the Drakensberg' for a good reason! Steep mountain tracks (up to 2750m) and challenging river crossings test your technical driving skills. Our 4x4 routes and trails range from easy to very difficult.

 

 

Eastern Cape Off-road trails

We can provide maps and suggested itineraries for all types of vehicle and standard of driver. Picnic lunches can also be prepared upon request.

Barkly East 8 passes


 

For the ultimate adventure, see if you can complete the 'Eight Passes Challenge' which includes the highest pass in South Africa and many of the area's most scenic spots including Rhodes Village, Tiffindell Ski Resort, Lady Grey and Lundean's Nek on the Lesotho border.

Useful links:
8 Passes details and map
Weg Ry article about the 8 Passes - Oct 2009

 

In addition to the mountain passes, we can offer some excellent off-road 4x4 trails on the farms varying in difficulty from easy to extreme.

 

Drakensberg motorbike
For a more complete experience of the area we can offer a wide range of optional activities including fly-fishing, hiking, birding, horse riding, river rafting, overnight camping trips and those that have their own vehicles can enjoy professionally guided quad and scrambler tours. Allow us to create a tailor made activity holiday according to your preferences.