Day One:
From George, transit to Montagu Pass (built in 1847 by Thomas Bain). We cycle over the breathtaking Outeniqua Mountains and into the Klein Karoo, with scenery changing from evergreen forest to semi-desert karoo vegetation, where we’ll see ostriches. We overnight in the foothills of the Kamanassie Mountains on a grand guest farm
Distance ± 75km
Day Two:
Cycling along the old Smithy Way you experience the vast open spaces of this semi-desert landscape. Quiet dusty roads meet Bagdad Café style emptiness. The silence is tangible. We overnight at the well appointed Louvain guest farm.
Distance ± 65 km
Day Three:
From Louvain we ride through to Uniondale and onto an old wagon trail, built by Thomas Bain in the 1800’s. The trail leads over the Potjies Berg mountain to the top of the Prince Alfred’s Pass, from where we descend for 17 km past rock pools and waterfalls. We overnight at the Outeniqua Trout Lodge nestled in the De Vlugt valley.
Distance ± 72 km
Day Four:
We depart the Trout Farm and start climbing the second half of the Prince Alfred’s Pass, up to Buffels Nek with beautiful views. While the going can get a little tough, remember that a back-up vehicle is on standby should your legs cry for help. The climbs are rewarded with a thrilling single-track descent through the famous Knysna Forest. We finish the tour with an exceptional meal and a local pint to cap the awesome experience.
Distance ± 60kms