Echoes Of QwaQwa

4 DAYS | 5 NIGHTS

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SKILL LEVEL - EXPERIENCED

OPEN GROUP: 14 - 18 SEPT 2025 | 26 - 31 OCTOBER 2025 | 2 - 6 NOV 2025

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Echoes of QwaQwa

Overview

SKILL LEVEL - EXPERIENCED

Nestled within the majestic landscapes of the Free State province in South Africa lies the enchanting region of QwaQwa, a place where the vibrant culture of the Basotho people thrives.

The tranquility of the veld, the soothing warmth of the sun, and the gentle stillness of the landscape will accompany you throughout your journey. Gradually, you'll feel a sense of relaxation and peace. This journey isn’t just external; it signals the beginning of a deep inner exploration.

4 DAYS | 5 NIGHTS

GROUP: 10 MAX

REGISTRATIONS ARE OPEN FOR GROUPS OF 6 OR MORE. IF YOU DON'T HAVE A GROUP, YOU CAN REGISTER WITH ONE OF OUR OPEN GROUPS

WITSIESHOEK MOUNTAIN LODGE, QWAQWA

BOTHOBAPELO COUNTRY LODGE, QWAQWA

What Is Included In This Camino

Dinner: Arrival Day 1, Day 2, Day 3, Day 4 & Day 5

Breakfast: Day 2, Day 3, Day 4, Day 5 & Day 6

Lunch Packs: Day 2, Day 3, Day 4 & Day 5

Shared Accommodation

Bedding & Towels

2 Camino Guides: 4 Days

All entrance and hiking trail fees

Slack-packing

All Transportation and shuttle fees

Cash Bar & Snacks Available

Coffee, Tea, Milk & Sugar

Highlights

What makes this Cultural Camino Special

Hike to the Tugela Falls

Walk to Metsi Matsho Dam

Educational experience on Indigenous Medicinal Plants.

Indigenous Food Tasting

Traditional Donkey Car Ride

Cultural Tour of the Basotho Cultural Village, Golden Gate

Soaking in the scenic beauty of QwaQwa

Itinerary

Arrival Day 1

Arrive by 12H00 for light lunch at Pink Tricycle Tea Room
Briefing Meeting after lunch
Transport 14H00 to Witsieshoek Mountain Lodge
Dinner at 19H00 at Witsieshoek Restaurant

Day 2 : 6.87KMS - 17.16KMS

Breakfast 06H45 at Witsieshoek Restaurant
Hike Starts at 07H30 to Tugela Falls - 3 route options: Sentinel Peak (13.13km), Beacon Buttress Gully (17.16km) or Gudu Falls (6.87km)
Dinner at 19H00 at Witsieshoek Restaurant

Day 3 : 14.3KMS

Breakfast 07H00
Hike Starts at 08H30 to Metsi Matsho Dam
Shuttle to Bothobaphelo Country Lodge
Cultural Experience at Bothobaphelo Country Lodge
Dinner at 19H00 at Bothobaphelo Country Lodge

Day 4 : 15KMS

Breakfast 07H00 at Bothobaphelo Country Lodge
Your hike starts at 08H30: - (15.03km) for a scenic mountain hike partly through Lesotho.
A Cultural Tour at Bothobaphelo Country Lodge focusing on medicinal indigenous plants
Indigenous Food Tasting
Dinner at Bothobaphelo Country Lodge

Day 5 : 7KMS

Breakfast 07H00 at Bothobaphelo Country Lodge
Hike starts at 08H30 to the historical Bashoeshoe Caves (6.8km)
Discover more about the rich Basotho culture and history while visiting the associated sites.
Donkey Car Rides
Dinner 19H00 at Bothobaphelo Country Lodge