Frequently Asked Questions
It depends on the place. Some overnight places serve a full three-course meal, while others provide ingredients during dinner so you can make your own lunch for the next day. Some also offer packed lunches you can pre-order. Just be sure to bring a bit of extra lunch money.
If you’re packing your own snacks, go for lightweight options like peanuts and raisins, dried fruit, cheese, biscuits, biltong, and Energellies - anything that’s easy to carry and gives you a boost on the trail.
We recommend packing comfortable walking shoes for the trail and something easy to slip on in the evenings. Some parts of the terrain can be rocky, so sturdy footwear is important. To help prevent sore feet and blisters, start prepping your feet about a month before by applying Vaseline daily - it really makes a difference.
You’ll receive a full packing checklist once you’ve registered.
You’ll need about 3 to 5 litres of water for each leg of the route, so we recommend bringing three water bottles to carry with you each day. All overnight stops and farm stays have clean, fresh drinking water - make sure to fill up before heading out. While there are a few water stations along the way, they usually have ‘brak' water, which doesn’t taste great and isn’t recommended for drinking.
Yes! In the nature reserve areas along the route, you’re likely to spot zebra, giraffe, waterbuck, kudu, springbok, and other antelope. Birdwatchers will also enjoy the wide variety of birdlife. Some parts of the trail pass through open reserves where the animals roam freely, so please stay alert and keep a respectful distance as you walk through these areas.