Hike Robberg all the way to the tip of the peninsula

Robberg is one of those places where the landscape gets wilder with every step. The circular trail ‘The Point’ takes you over rugged rocks, soft dune sand and narrow paths along the slopes – always with the deep blue ocean at your side. With every metre you climb the view grows, and with every section the terrain changes.

The hike is demanding but rewarding. On clear days you can see the vast sweep of the bay from Plettenberg Bay far beyond Keurboomstrand. The trail is well marked, but rocky, windy and in places exposed – and that is exactly what makes it so appealing. If you do the full loop you need stamina and surefootedness – but you’ll be rewarded with one of the most spectacular coastal paths in South Africa.

Start early, bring water and sun protection, and allow enough time – 4 hours or more, depending on your pace. Access to the nature reserve is subject to a fee, but the charge is low. With the SANParks Wild Card admission is included.