Trail guide by Linda · Eastern Cape
Amatola Trail Guide 2026
Planning to hike the Amatola Trail, often called South Africa's toughest hike? This 20-page guide has everything you need to get ready for about 100 km through the Amathole Mountains in the Eastern Cape, from Maden Dam to Hogsback.
- About 100 km
- 6 days
- 5 nights in forest huts
- Groups of 4 or more
- Highest point: Geju Peak, 1,880 m
- 20-page PDF
R 250A PDF you can save to your phone and use on the trail.
What's inside
- 01
Welcome and trail overview
The route from Maden Dam to Hogsback, with a map and the distance and climb for each day.
- 02
Booking and fees
Prices, rules and how to get a spot.
- 03
Training and weather
How to get fit and which season to pick.
- 04
Packing list
Everything you need, ready to tick off.
- 05
Food
Light meals with lots of energy.
- 06
Day by day
All six days, step by step.
- 07
Things to look forward to
The best bits of the trail, from ancient forests to waterfalls and rock pools.
- 08
Checklist and useful links
Final checks and contacts.
Questions before you buy?
Message @lindahikessouthafrica on Instagram or email [email protected].
