4-Hour Hike in Harold Porter Botanical Gardens to Platberg
About This Tour
Explore the stunning Harold Porter Botanical Gardens on a scenic 4-hour hike through indigenous Fynbos. Ascend the zig-zag trail to Platberg for breathtaking vi...
Duration: 4 Hours · Tour type: Private · Activity level: Hard · Accommodation: Not included · Transport: Included · Wheelchair access: Not applicable · City: Betty's Bay · Languages: Afrikaans, English
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What's Included
- South African nature and mountain guide
- Transport
- Entrance fee to the Botanical Gardens
- Hiking gear and equipment on loan
Not Included
- Lunch and snacks
Itinerary
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1Day 01
Harold Porter Gardens Hike to Platberg and Leopard's Kloof
08:00 AM: Arrive at the Harold Porter Botanical Gardens entrance and rendezvous with your guide. Begin your walk in the lower gardens, soaking in the beauty of the flora. 08:00 AM: Arrive at the Harold Porter Botanical Gardens entrance and rendezvous with your guide. Begin your walk in the lower gardens, soaking in the beauty of the flora. 08:30 AM: Start your ascent along the zig-zag path, hiking up the mountain slope through indigenous Fynbos while taking in the spectacular views. 08:30 AM: Start your ascent along the zig-zag path, hiking up the mountain slope through indigenous Fynbos while taking in the spectacular views. 09:30 AM: Continue higher up the trail to Platberg, where you will be treated to expansive vistas of the gardens, the sea, and Betty's Bay. 09:30 AM: Continue higher up the trail to Platberg, where you will be treated to expansive vistas of the gardens, the sea, and Betty's Bay. Noon: Enjoy a relaxing lunch on the mountain, taking in the stunning views before descending. Noon: Enjoy a relaxing lunch on the mountain, taking in the stunning views before descending. 1:00 PM: Head down and appreciate the scenery and serene atmosphere of Leopard's Kloof Gorge. You will be back at your car by 3:00 PM. 1:00 PM: Head down and appreciate the scenery and serene atmosphere of Leopard's Kloof Gorge. You will be back at your car by 3:00 PM.
Meeting Point
Meeting point: Harold Porter National Botanical Gardens, Broadwith Road, Betty's Bay, South Africa · Tour start: c/o Clarence Drive and, Broadwith Rd, Bettys Bay, 7141, South Africa — Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
