Top rated Hiking areas in Hermanus, South Africa to elevate your visit (Updated December, 2023)

Top rated Hiking areas in Hermanus

Experience the best that Hermanus has to offer with our curated list of top-rated places. Sorted by average review scores from venues boasting over 30 reviews, these establishments promise exceptional quality and experiences to elevate your visit in the city. This list contains 86 places from Hiking area category.

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Cape Canopy Tour

Tourist attraction

Zipline course from a mountain platform, accessed by a hike through the surrounding nature reserve.

4.90 (1K reviews) (~41.15 km from centre)

India Venster Trail

Hiking area

👍👍 Steep climb in the beginning. Beautiful views of the cable cars. Not an easy route but worth the challenge. If you are afraid of heights, don't do this hike.

4.90 (156 reviews) (~91.56 km from centre)

Helderberg West Peak

Hiking area

👍👍 The Hike up to West Peak is moderate. There is a section just before you go over the top that is not clearly marked and one could go up and over two ways. One way calls for scrambling up a thin crevice which I don't recommend at all as it is crumbling and very dangerous. I think people have used it...

4.90 (151 reviews) (~52.92 km from centre)

Oaksrest Vineyards Guest Farm (4 Star Graded)

Self-catering accommodation

👍👍 This is one of the most beautiful farms I've ever seen. Philip and Louisa has been an example of how love and care can turn something average into something amazing. We've been here in the guest rooms, camping for events and for the most beautiful weddings. I think they have a great offering, and...

$78/night

4.90 (122 reviews) (~206.93 km from centre)

LION’S HEAD CAPE TOWN

Hiking area

👍👍 Love this trail. Did it a couple of times now and really enjoy hiking up especially the upper part where you rather "climb". Running down is super fun so with a normal fitness it takes 45min up and running down half the time. You can buy some water/drinks at the truck parked on the bottom in the par...

4.90 (88 reviews) (~93.09 km from centre)

Helderberg Nature Reserve

Hiking area

👍👍 Lovely nature reserve with many different trails up the mountain. Reasonable level of fitness needed, the paths can be quite steep in places. Paths may be slippery after recent rain.

4.90 (86 reviews) (~50.67 km from centre)

Helderberg Disa Kloof

Hiking area

👍 Wow wow wow. A definite must. Various hikes, stunning views, beautiful centre for meetings. New trail Waboom.....well marked.

4.90 (65 reviews) (~52.33 km from centre)

Lion's Head HikingTrail

Hiking area

Popular, screw-top hiking trail boasting panoramic views of the city alongside coastal views.

4.80 (1.9K reviews) (~93.09 km from centre)

Chapman's Peak Drive

Scenic spot

👍👍 Get a day pass to get great views or a good hike or have a scenic family picnic for free. This is one of the most beautiful places in the world and well worth exploring. Remember to always hike in groups and don't carry valuables on hikes.

4.80 (1.6K reviews) (~89.23 km from centre)

Kloof Corner

Tourist attraction

👍👍 A great hour to lose in the morning, just before work. This hike gives you a 360 view of all things beautiful about Cape Town, the mountain, the ocean and the city. You'll love it.

4.80 (458 reviews) (~92.01 km from centre)

Hermanus Cliff Path Biodiversity Walk

Tourist attraction

👍👍 Confer to Cliff Path Hiking Trail Hermanus 🐳 🚶 🥾 A lovely trail for walking along the shore with excellent opportunities to watch the Southern Right whales in the winter season. Starting from Gearings Point to the New Harbor. Lingering for a while at the different viewing points and benches a...

4.80 (404 reviews) (~2.44 km from centre)

Elephant's Eye Cave

Tourist attraction

👍👍 Hiked the mountain to go see this peak. Make sure to bring cash as there is no network, electricity or card terminals nearby. The peak is extremely breathtaking. This is one of the easiest hikes you'll probably ever climb in Cape Town. I saw so many family members going up with their toddlers. And...

4.80 (404 reviews) (~86.02 km from centre)

Newlands Forest Hiking Trail

Hiking area

👍👍 A very popular walk in Cape Town. Escape the hustle and bustle of the city. We thoroughly enjoyed the peace and tranquility. Best time to go is between 09h00 and 16h00. Earlier or later we recommend going in groups more than 5. The trails are moderate if you keep to the lower parts and not go up the...

4.80 (402 reviews) (~87.13 km from centre)

Chapman's Peak Hiking Trail - Start Point

Hiking area

👍👍 Loved this hike. Awesome little 5-6km mission to get you going again after a long time. Incredible views of hout bay and false bay side of the peninsula at the top. Difficulty level would be beginner-intermediate for me. The trail is dog-friendly, and there are security staff at the parking. Once yo...

4.80 (302 reviews) (~87.71 km from centre)

Chapmans Peak Hiking Trail North

Hiking area

👍👍 Most plesant walk. Area was clean and incrdibly beautiful..

4.80 (170 reviews) (~88.47 km from centre)

Skeleton Gorge Waterfall

Hiking area

👍👍 Probably one of the best hikes i've ever done and in my opinion its the best way to get up the mountain to start hiking towards Table Mountain. About 95% of this trail is shaded. There's so much variety with the terrain. You start on gravel and then enter a lush forest. You'll have the sound of a fl...

4.80 (138 reviews) (~88.05 km from centre)

Start Of Cape Hangklip Trail

Hiking area

👍👍 A very hard climb up Hangklip but what a spectacular view from the top! You can see all the way to Gansbaai, Cape Point, table mountain, Rooiels. Have never seen such a all encompassing view. Truly worth it!

4.80 (66 reviews) (~36.53 km from centre)

Breede Escape River Camps

Campground

👍 Good, affordable breakaway. Very nice location, on the river bank. Well equipped kitchen with every piece of cutlery and plates, bowls, pots, mugs, glasses you can dream of in a camping site. Well worth the visit.

4.80 (51 reviews) (~100.39 km from centre)

Horse About Trails & Livery

Horseback riding service

👍👍 Such an amazing experience! The ride was beautiful, the horses were in stunning condition and the owner was friendly and really interesting!

4.80 (44 reviews) (~118.36 km from centre)

Myburgh's Waterfall Ravine

Hiking area

👍👍 Easy hike to the waterfall for everyone including furries. Beyond the waterfall is difficult and not suitable for small children and dogs.

4.80 (40 reviews) (~90.46 km from centre)

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Top rated Hiking areas in Hermanus, South Africa