Danielsrust Farm Trails 10/15km - Morning Hike & Brunch (Dog Friendly)

Located in Cradle of Humankind, the owners are currently the 5th and 6th generation living on the farm. They have the last remaining portion of the original farm which apparently stretched from the little river along the tar road until halfway to Broederstroom.

The earlier generations farmed with a commercial beef herd and later with Mutton Merino sheep for a number of years.

In 1999 when the Cradle of Humankind World Heritage Site was proclaimed, the farming operation changed yet again., and converted into a game farm and served as a tourist destination for game-viewing horse and quad rides for many years.

The farm is now still involved in the game farming side with mountain bike trails, walking trails, picnics, day functions and camping accommodation available. Please feel free to take a stroll through the cemetery. From the original settlers to current generations, the farm’s history unfolds. There are over 70 graves in the cemetery and they have all been recorded by the Genealogical Society of South Africa.

Dogs on leashes are welcome.

TIMES:

07h00 - Meet and greet, payments, etc

07h15 - Hike starts punctually

IF YOU DO NOT ARRIVE BEFORE 07h15 WE LEAVE WITHOUT YOU. WAITING IS NOT FAIR ON THOSE WHO ARRIVE ON TIME.

HIKES:

Trail - 15km, easy-moderate

CHILL OUT:

Please join us for a brunch at Ground Cafe which is close by.

ENTRANCE FEES:

Trail: R50pp CASH ONLY

Admin fee: R20pp CASH ONLY

TOTAL: R70pp CASH ONLY

Payment at the venue.

WHAT TO BRING:

Sturdy hiking shoes and hat

Sunscreen

Water - at least 2l

Hiking snacks

Sandals to slip into after the hike

Dogs on a leash are welcome.

FITNESS:

You are required to have an intermediate level of fitness for most of the hikes (3.0km/hr or 20min/km over moderate terrain, e.g. Groenkloof or Klipriviersberg)

INDEMNITY:

All MEMBERS AND THEIR GUESTS participating in Weekend Nature & Hiking Getaways activities do so at their own risk.

The Organisers and Hosts are indemnified from any loss, injury or any incident that prejudices Members and their guests.

Members and their guests must ensure that they are at the requisite fitness level, and have the required hiking gear to comfortably participate in the event.