The Sungazer Journey
Click on any of the route stops on the map below for details on accommodation and more during your pilgrimage
Willowdene Guest Farm
There’s nothing quite like the peace and quiet you’ll experience in the middle of nowhere, on this cattle and grain farm.
After breakfast the next morning, your journey continues for 24.26km to Uitzicht Game Farm. A relatively long day is rewarded with breathtaking views.
Uitzicht Game Farm
Soak in the glorious, 180-degree view of the Maluti Mountains. Dinner and a continental breakfast will be served the following morning, before your walk continues to Emden Guest Farm, 20.49kms on
Emden Guest Farm
At Emden Guest Farm, experience the charm and comfort of a renovated dairy stable There is a dam a short distance from the Farm House, where more peace and quiet can be enjoyed. Dinner and breakfast will be provided, before you leave for Malutizicht Guest Farm, 22.41kms away. Stock up on water.
Malutizicht Guest Farm
Enjoy an amazing night’s sleep in an enormous sandstone estate home. With a crystal clear indoor swimming pool and spacious gardens, you’ll feel completely pampered and rejuvenated.
From Malutizicht Guest Farm to Earthrise Mountain Lodge is a scenic 15km walk.
Earthrise Mountain Lodge
This is an eco-tourism haven, a true reflection of the heartbeat of Africa. Dig into hearty homemade bread and enjoy the bounty of fresh, organic veggies grown on the farm.
A longer 24.5km walk starts after breakfast to Langkloof Farm.,
Langkloof Farm
This rustic backpackers is set against a backdrop of the mountains. There’s no better place for unfussy, natural beauty, untouched by human hands.
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Dinner and breakfast will be served.
To Rosendal the next day is 17.2km
House Beautiful, Rosendal
Celebrate the last night of your journey in this beautiful sandstone home with extraordinary hospitality. Explore the small town of Rosendal, with unique shops,you will feel like you have been transported back in time.
The final stretch of the journey is a 26.3km walk to Rooidam, in Paul Roux.
Dunlin B&B -
Paul Roux Village
Your journey begins in Paul Roux, in the Eastern Free State.
To Uniondale Game Farm is an easy 15km walk. You will pass brightly painted houses in nearby Fateng-Tse-Ntsho, these houses are painted by the local artists. Once you have turned off onto the dirt road, peace, tranquility and the natural beauty of the area envelop you.
Uniondale Game Farm
This sandstone lodge is set in a beautiful valley - the ideal spot for riding out on horseback when the mood strikes. Visit the museum and dinosaur footprints while you’re here; it’s a rare treat you’re guaranteed to enjoy.
From Uniondale to Holhoek Game Farm is 11.64km
Slabberts Farmers Association Hall
This is the longest stretch of the Full Route. Enjoy some old-world farm hospitality, then settle in for a good night’s sleep in the Farmer’s Association Hall.
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Depart the next morning for Willowdene Guest Farm, and enjoy 20.5 km of beautiful scenery as you near the Witteberg Mountains.
Holhoek Game Farm
Nestled beneath the Witteberg Mountains, this is backpacker accommodation like no other.
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This is an overnight stay for horse trails at Holkraans and/or Rondawels.
Be sure to take a walk to the Waterfall cave and enjoy the spectacular views along the way.
From Holhoek Game Farm to Slabberts Farmer's Association is 27.2 km.
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