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How to hike to the Sleeppad Hut
The Sleeppad Hut promises some of the best views in the Cederberg. In this post, I share images from our last hike, and details of how to get there. GPX Files included.
Astrophotography in the Cederberg
The Cederberg is a martian landscape, and under a star-filled sky, you could be on any planet your mind imagines. This a photo recap of a two-day hike to the Maltese Cross and Wolfberg Arch.
8 Tips for a Lighter Backpack
Do you want a lighter hiking backpack? Of course, you do. In this article, I’ll share 8 tips to help you do both. These are geared toward hikers, but they can be applied to travel and backpacking in general.
How To Hike Fangs Pass
Fangs Pass is one of the more striking passes in the Berg. It’s a dramatic, rugged and rewarding hike. For landscape photography, Fangs Pass is an excellent choice. In the article to follow, I'll share my advice on how to hike Fangs Pass, along with approximate distances.
How To Hike To Mponjwane Cave
Mponjwane Cave is a well-sheltered overhang in the Northern Drakensberg, most directly accessed via Rockeries Pass. This is one of my favourite caves to spend the night in, and in the post to follow I’ll explain how to get there.