Fernkloof Nature Reserve

4 Martina Fourie - 9 months ago

The walking trails are so picturesque! Also love the garden - it feels so magical. There is also a small nursery and a picnick area with tables and ablution blocks. You can also see a couple of small tortoises roaming around sometimes. The only thing I can recommend to do better is that the trails should be marked a bit more along the route - we got a little lost.

5 Lianne Cherry - 11 months ago

Stunningly beautiful views en route to and from Galpin Overnight Hut. Last 60 m were rather grueling on my tired legs but well worth the challenge. Such a peaceful, special experience. The entire Reserve u0026 route is well maintained and marked - thank you Fernkloof Nature Reserve for affording us such an incredible experience.

5 Christelle Els - 6 months ago

Beautiful! I didn’t quite figure out the route markings based on the map - but if you have a garmin watch there are great routes that you can download via the app. Well kept trails and awesome views at the top. I’m not super fit and I could manage a 10km trail run while hiking up the steep parts.

5 Keith Banerjee - a year ago

Awesome place. Trails well maintained, most easy to some more challenging. Go for a stroll through fynbos to a waterfall or climb switchbacks (the Adder Ladder) to cross the pass. Amazingly maintained by volunteers who weekly set out a display of flower specimens at the Visitor's Centre. Spend the day.

5 Karen Badenhorst - 2 months ago

Great Reserve for a family outing. Easy walking with breathtaking views.

5 Ridah Booley - a year ago

Do it.
Great route with multiple options and trails.
2,4,5 km trails, with the option of making your own due to the multiple routes available. Kid friendly too.

Best is to explore the 3 dams. For the inexperienced. It’s do-able but take your time.

There is a flower garden/park that is perfect for picnics.

For the experienced, it’s easy and will see you looking at trying different paths across the front sections facing hermanus or over the top of the mountain behind hermanus.

5 Christiaan Heyns - 4 months ago

There are some nice trials to hike with the family if you're looking for something quick and easy. If you're looking to go for a nice swim, the three dams are absolutely stunning and it's only a 20 minute hike from the visitor's centre. 5/5.