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There are two
routes offered 10km and 2,5km. Most of the trail
meanders along the banks of the river, through
indigenous trees such as the Blinkblaar-wag-'n-bietjie,
Taaibos, Rosynjiebos, Jakkalsbessie and many more. The
trail next to the river is mostly in the shade, creating
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Dedicated fishermen report that
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Accommodation
The base camp has electricity
and offers a sleepover for up to 24 hikers.
Facilities include a fridge, hot plate, pots, pan
and electric kettle. Braai facilities, hot showers
and a flush toilet are also available. In addition
to the hikers accommodation there is also a
comfortable guest house available for those who want
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Conclusions
While not designed as a
trail for the ardent hiker, Wag 'n Bietjie is ideal fro the
family who want a weekend away with some hiking, relaxing and
maybe some fishing.
'In a Nutshell'
| Distance from nearest
town |
40km from Bothaville
and 45km from Klerksdorp |
| Access road status |
Good provincial gravel
road |
| Trail type |
Basecamp trail |
| Difficulty |
Easy |
| Marking |
When evaluated the
trail was well marked |
| GPS Co-ordinates |
S636 Turn off
S27 09.873 E26 27.403 Base camp -
S27 09.595 E26
27.208
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| Cell phone reception |
Base camp - No |
| Facilities |
Good accommodation.
Fishing |
Bookings
Jacana
Travel Marketing
and Reservations
Telephone
0861Jacana (0861 522262)
Direct phone:
Port Elizabeth 041 378 1439
Pretoria: 012 803 9109
Direct fax: PE 041 378 2548
Pretoria: 012 803 4144
PE
e-mail
booking@jacanacollection.co.za
Pretoria e-mail:
rosa@jacanacollection.co.za
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