Greyton, being in the beautiful natural setting is, offers some of the most spectacular hikes in the Western Cape. The sweeping views over the mountains, little streams as well as the abundant fynbos makes for a refreshing walk in nature.
Hiking is one of the most popular activities in the region, and with 6 of the best trails in the Western Cape, you’ll have to put that on your itinerary when visiting Greyton. The two-hour drive from Cape Town makes it ideal for that well deserved weekend getaway.
The Overberg area is where Fynbos flourishes, and the imposing mountains makes for fantastic scenery. The fresh air along with great bird watching opportunities is what great hiking experiences are made of. The variation in Greyton is hard to believe, yet they all have one thing in common: unprecedented beauty.
Hiking permits are easily obtained from the local authorities and as long as you have your ten essentials you can go about and appreciate the beauty of the region. Some of the hikes are over the course of a few days but planning is advised as summers can be hot and winters can see occasional snowfall.
There is a hike aptly named the Village Walk, which takes hikers around the town, revealing some interesting historic buildings. The Post House is well-known and is also a National Monument. Other highlights of the hike include the church that’s over a century old.
The Upper Gobos Walk has some great views of the village and the Riviersonderend Mountains. Starting off and ending at the Greyton Nature Reserve, you know you’re in for something special. Easy enough for the whole family, this is a must if you want to truly appreciate the beauty of nature around Greyton.
Very Popular over weekend, Greyton has enough bed & breakfasts to cater for the amount of visitors over a weekend. It’s estimated that the population almost doubles over weekends as weary city dwellers all want a pice of the country side.
If you’re looking to spend your weekend in the picturesque Greyton, you’ll have to book in advance. The establishments are usually fully booked, and Venues4Africa.com has many options in the Overberg Region to cater for any budget.
