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5 DAYS- 5 NIGHTS

A unique, fully catered  hiking trail which includes one day of easy kayaking on the lagoon.  Plettenberg Bay is a world class beach destination, best experienced on our Pansy Shell Camino. Hike the perimeter of the bay, its golden beaches and coastal forest and explore the tranquil lagoon and majestic gorge on stable kayaks.  The PSC includes all transfers, comfortable lodgings, meals and guided hiking and paddling. It is suited to singles, couples, families and groups. There is a choice of 2 to 5 Day excursions. Book with us to experience Plett in a way others seldom do.


Services

Fully Catered

Participants will be transported from the first night’s accommodation, where vehicles can be parked, to the start and back at the end. Personal effects will be transported daily between overnight stops. Just carry essentials in a small day pack !    

Meals

All meals are included. Breakfasts and dinners are served where we overnight and packed lunches are enjoyed picnic-style.  We source and use fresh local produce where we can.

Accommodation

Each night is spent in selected and comfortable accommodation best suited to the route.

Our Itinerary Options

SOUTHERN CROSS

 The Southern Cross offers our full Pansy Shell Camino. Hike Robberg, the beaches and the coastal forest, Nature's Valley and *kayak the lagoon and gorge.

  • Full Camino: 4 days of hiking and 1 day kayaking
  • Includes a night before the start
  • Kayak the Lagoon and Gorge
  • The hike includes all routes: Robberg Nature Reserve, Plett beaches, Keurboomstrand beach/ forest hike, Nature's Valley and Kalanderkloof
  • Hike: 45 km, Kayak: 20km: 65km

R13900 

* Note: Kayaking can be substituted with another hiking leg, if preferred. 

FORMOSA

Hike Robberg, the Beaches and the Coastal Forest and Kayak the Lagoon:

Arrive in the morning of the start. 

  • 4 Days/ 4 Nights
  • —No night before the Start
  • Kayak the Lagoon and Gorge
  • Hike includes Robberg Nature Reserve, Plett beaches, Keurboomstrand beach/ forest hike and Nature's Valley
  • — Does not include Kalanderkloof hike 
  • Hike: 35 km, Kayak: 20km: 55km


R11050

Note: Can substitute the kayaking leg with another hiking leg, if preferred.

NAUTILUS

The Nautilus takes you towards the lush forest and wild beaches of Keurboomstrand and further.

  • 3 Days/ 3 Nights
  • — No night before the start
  • Kayak the Lagoon and Gorge
  • Hike includes Keurboomstrand beach/ forest hike, Nature's Valley and Kalanderkloof
  •  — Excludes Robberg Nature Reserve and Plett beaches
  • Hike: 20 km, Kayak: 20km: 40km

R8250

Note: Can substitute the kayaking leg for another hiking leg, if preferred.

PERIWINKLE

Enjoy the best of the PS Camino with a condensed version to fit into your travel schedule.   

Hike Robberg and Kayak the Lagoon with One night overnight.

  • — No night before the Start
  • Kayak the Lagoon and Gorge
  • Hike includes Robberg Nature Reserve and Lagoon Mouth OR one of the other hike options
  • Hike: 15 km, Kayak: 20km: 35km

R3950

Note: Can substitute the kayaking leg with another hiking leg, if preferred.

The Pansy Shell Camino: A Mindful Experience.


The guided Pansy Shell Camino, much like the historic Camino de Santiago, invites you to walk mindfully while immersed in breathtaking natural beauty. Through a blend of hiking and kayaking, you’ll connect with nature, find space for contemplation, and return with a renewed sense of clarity, motivation, and purpose. And of course, you can also simply relax, soak up the stunning surroundings, and enjoy the company of fellow participants.