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The Kogelberg Biosphere and Nature Reserve is my playground. When we’re not kayaking here, we are hiking its many routes. Kogelberg is the jewel in the crown of the Cape’s floral kingdom protected areas that make up the World Heritage Site.

On most weekends, Deon and I paddle and sail this coast, spending countless enjoyable hours.

A 40km paddle along some of the most beautiful coastline in the Cape – Cape Hangklip to Gordons Bay. (”Hangklip” = “Hanging Rock”)

Kogelberg Nature Reserve: December 2002
The Palmiet River winds through the core of the Kogelberg Biosphere Reserve. The nature reserve protects the most pristine and diverse fynbos in the Cape Floral Kingdom. There are a number of hikes of varying length in the reserve, but a favourite is a walk up the river. It’s very easy, [...]