This is incredible experience!! Must see 8f you have 1 to 2 hours for a walk and then get to the "CROWN NEST" which is amazing to watch for birds!

End of every month we visit the wild flower reserve on our way back to Jeffreys Bay from Port Elizabeth. It is so relaxing and a wonderful opportunity to see the flowers that have opened since our last visit. Thank you for such a wonderful place to visit.

Soooo beautiful. My kids and I did the River Walk and it's definitely not for the very unfit. We managed it though and it was totally worth the tough bits. Amazing scenery and lovely fynbos viewing. Definitely pack water and snacks to enjoy along the way. The best thing about this, is that it's all free of charge! Next time we'll try one of the other trails and take a picnic basket for afterwards.

The trail is 10 km not 7,5km as per their boards. Its a moderately to difficult trail not easy to moderate as advertised. Beautiful trail! Though really difficult after you go past the bridge. You really need to be fit and I wouldn't advise to go with children for the long trail coz its really something else. Totally loved every bit of it. Amazing views, its clean and loved every minute of it :)

Van Stadens Wild Flower Reserve. The wonderland floral reserve. We arrive at 11.30 the sun very strong so we drive along the way and stop to take the photos. If we have a plenty of time we gonna walk along the forest walk the sign give the information about 4.5 km. And the other way by the river walk 4 km. Should be

It's one of the best hiking trails 👣 I have ever had the pleasure to enjoy. The reserve has picnic spots under the shade of trees. Convenient to enjoy before you prefer to take on a trail or after your time spent in nature. The staff are very friendly and accommodating. Love the idea of the tuckshop! Go walk or run, you'll love it! The trail to choose is entirely up to you!

The river walk is a short trail where you can see wonderful fauna and flora. There is not much shade on the walk but it's perfect to see the scenery and proteas.

My favourite hike in Port Elizabeth area. Most beautiful view and so many beautiful flowers. A must do is the bird hide on the Forest walk.

What a great place to spend the morning! The wildflower reserve is a delight. I visited the reserve mid-September and the flowers were not yet in bloom, but the walk was still pleasant. There are 2 main walks to choose from, each about 4km long: the river walk and the forest walk. I opted for the forest walk. Stunning!

Visiting this picturesque location with my colleagues for a project. Such a quiet, beautiful morning in nature. There was, however, a bit of rubble laying around in one specific spot near the water as though people had been there in the week making a fire. Otherwise, it looks generally well kept and perfect for walks and hikes. It is an easy place to locate, following the road signs and there is an open area for parking (park at own risk).

Wonderful to be able to see such a great diversity of proteas growing naturally in one area. Drive or do the 4km wal Dow to the river or just enjoy the 4km flower trail in the burg. Exquisite.

On our first visit here, we did the River walk and found it a bit difficult compared to other walks we've done. I would say it's more towards the advanced side than intermediate. The river walk never actually get you close enough to the river. I counted about 7 different species of bird, many tiny insects and a few chameleons. At the end of the river walk, very tired, we came to a crossroads uncertain which way to go. There was no sign but we managed to pick up a set of footprints on the road opposite to where the trail enters the road. Despite the challenges, we did enjoy the experience and we will definitely return and try one of the other paths.

Great place for enjoying nature with some great walks and picnic areas

Oh wow, this is a dream for us photographers! It's the perfect photoshoot location if you're looking for a natural look. There are hundreds of different photo spots that you can stop at along the way as you drive through the park. There is a gorgeous lookout point, and several little ponds. The flowers are stunning. We went in winter and they were still beautiful, so I can imagine what they would look like in spring! There is no entrance fee and the road is suitable for small cars. It's so easy to navigate too, the road through the reserve basically goes in a loop so it's impossible to get lost. It also feels super safe here which is a big plus if you're doing photoshoots. Will definitely be back!

Clean, well maintained. Amazing views, through a couple of hiking trails.

Tranquility at pure nature’s best. Amazing flower and bird species👌🏽

I was pleasantly surprised in this absolute gem.....!!!! Nature at its best, if you enjoy the tranquility.... Just you and creation... Amazing!!!

Amazing!!

Nice place for a relaxing walk. Need to go during the right time to get the full experience of the flora.

Stunning, safe hike for the whole family. Different distances available. Beautiful scenery.

Highly recommended! A warm welcome from a very friendly Siphokaze and Sino set the mood for what was a wonderful morning exploring the reserve. Welldone to you both! We so enjoyed the Van Stadens Wild Flower Reserve that we created a Youtube video. There are many beautiful walks and picnic spots to explore. https://youtu.be/yBrwTt56IWQ?si=SfwFZ1dC8OEQy2eI

This is a beautiful and welcoming hiking destination for all hikers. The 4.5km Forest Walk was a breeze with beautiful sightings of various plant species including the Protea.

We attended the Annual Plant Sale this time around - finally! Have been missing it each year for a while. I'd definitely say that one should get there early as the entry and exit times were annoying with one lane of traffic. I have to assume half the plants had already been taken too as the remaining selection at 10h30 wasn't to die for. I did still find some Aloes I didn't have so it was not a wasted trip at all. Perhaps more vendors are necessary too as the queues were far too long. No doubt we will be back although this wasn't the best visit ever.

I was going to go hiking with a group at a place nearby but did not make it on time. I decided to do a solo hike at the nature reserve and walked the River Walk trail. Although it's wise to walk with others and I was skeptical, I think this is one of the places you can walk alone and still feel relatively safe. It really is a beautiful place and got to see some beautiful proteas... there is no entry fee

Free entrance and such a nice hike

Great place for getting outside and going for a walk and picnic. Beautiful bush. The forest walk is amazing but can be rather tiring and steep in section as its one of the longer walks. It can take a while to do so take water with. The views in the forest are amazing and has shade! The other trails can be in the sun so take sunscreen with too. It is Free Entry.

Beautiful hiking trails for family and friends or hiking groups 👍🏻🌲💐🌳

Had a great time. But what time does it open for people to do trail running.

My favourite place on Earth

A beautiful flower reserve to visit that's not far from Port Elizabeth.

What a lovely place for a walk and picnic

Good trail. Toilets was decent.

This gem of a municipal reserve nestles on the lip of the Van Stadens Gorge and on both sides of the old Van Stadens Pass. Arrive at reception area and grab a map before hiking or riding out into one of the oldest reserves in the country, a floral wonderland encompassing forest, wetlands, arid and fynbos machia and, if in luck, two denizens of these reserve...Rudi and Eli Goossens. You will also observe lots of birdlife, lizards and the occasional snake. End it off with a picnic braai and you'll have to agree that it was well worth the visit.

We recently visited Van Stadens Wild Flower Reserve, and it was absolutely breathtaking! This place offers stunning views and a beautiful, peaceful environment. Best of all, entry is free, making it accessible to everyone. Whether you're a nature lover, a hiker, or just looking for a relaxing day out, this reserve is a must-see. I highly recommend it to anyone looking to enjoy some time in nature and appreciate its beauty!

Beatiful place to view proteas and other fynbos, couple of hiking trails also. Toilets need serious attention.

Amazing place and only 15min drive out of PE

The most beautiful place, the pin cushions were in full bloom.......

Loved the forest walk and all the beautiful greenery. The proteas were just gorgeous. Well done to the team maintaining this lovely area.

The most beautiful proteas and lovely picnic settings. Hikes and getting close to nature.

Absolutely beautiful. Enjoyed cycling with my family on the short trail through fields of proteas

1st time there and was amazing and well kept. Clean nice hike

Really beautiful but signposts could do with some refreshing

Wow, the work Goodman and the volunteers do to keep this EASTERN CAPE gem going is quite amazing. They get no assistance from the metro and rely almost entirely on the work done by Ellie and Rudi Goosen and co.

Loved it

Lovely getaway Beautiful hike through the riverside canyon ,easy trail for the novice hiker

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Had a nice Saturday hike, the hike was a bit steep, bit of a climb al though im a bit out of shape. Good exercise.

Walks are lovely, particularly at this time of year ... Bought some great proteas from Ellie and Rudi at the annual sale... Thanks for your hard work team.

Ablutions need serious upgrade. Install water points. Has huge potential to be lovely family outing destination

Beautiful flowers and lovely settings for walks and hikes. Lovely picnic spots.

Beautiful and peaceful. Food for your soul

The fresh are and the vegetation

Stunning nature

Stunning hike with beautiful scenery

Tranquility, nature at it's best

Fantastic spot. 👍😎

It's a beautiful bridge showcasing great workmanship, however it's famous of plenty number of people jumped to their death, as such government has built strong fence to prevent people from committing suicide. CCV cameras are installed to monitor, and no car is allowed to stop nor people walk.

Love the Reserve but parking, and even driving, is a nightmare on annual plant sale morning. Needs to be properly planned and monitored and no allow people to park where they like. Single lane Does Not Work if traffic must flow both ways

The hike was fabulous. A bit of an effort but absolutely incredible to see the views and enjoy the fynbos

My husband and I loved this place. Everything about it from the location under the mountains to the beautiful wild blooms. Just after the entrance they have a beautiful display of the flowers found here along with their names, etc which also looks gorgeous. I will certainly advise that one parks their car and walks through the reserve and maybe bring along a picnic basket because there are secluded picnic spots within the fields. We entered on a Sunday and there did not seem to be anyone there except for some young boys who just seemed to be doing what most young boys do, kicking stones, etc so the question of security did cross my mind but we did not have any issues at all and did not pay. Loved this place and a must do if you are in the area or even looking for a venue in the area if they offer such!

A must see!

I was so surprised by the beauty of this nature Reserve. The Proteas only started to bloom. I wish I could be there now one month later to experience the Proteas in full bloom. Pack you picknick basket and put on you walking shoes, this is definitely a must see July 15 2019.

Wonderful nature experience at its best. Walk is refreshing

Not much to see, there is a nice walking route but otherwise it is empty and no flowers