
Adventures
Explore the forest on horseback, take flight up to the sky, or grab a kayak and gently float on by.
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Fairy Knowe Adventures is a birder-friendly establishment . The property is set in a forest of yellowwood and milkwood trees with abundant birdlife and has a birdhide on its doorstep.
- Book exchange
- Over 1500 books
- Endless adventures
- Perfect for rainy days
Bosduif Trail

Embark on a 2-hour loop trail that takes you up to breathtaking viewpoints above the Touw River. Experience the perfect blend of forest exploration and scenic vistas as you make your way back down through the enchanting landscape.
- Loop trail
- Tougher difficulty
- Steep ups and downs
- Elevated views
Brown Hooded Kingfisher Trail

Embark on a teeming 4.2-km out-and-back journey along the delightful Duiwe River. This quick and easy trail, typically completed in about 1 hour and 20 minutes, invites adventurers on a short and sweet stroll along the stream.
- There and back trail
- Easy difficulty
- Bird watching
- River crosssing
Fairy Labyrinth

Step into a world of enchantment at the Fairy Labyrinth, a magical 1.5-km trail that winds through an ancient forest filled with towering trees and mystical formations.
- Meditative walk
- Unwind
- Intention
- Garden environment
Half Collared Kingfisher Trail

Embark on a delightful 7.6-km out-and-back trail that winds its way through a serene, shaded wonderland.
- Meditative walk
- Unwind
- Intention
- Garden environment
Horse Riding

For beginners, there is a 1,5-hour forest ride. For the adventurist or more experienced rider, a 3-hour outride takes the rider through plantations and indigenous forest to a spectacular waterfall.
- Experienced guide
- Any experience level
- Helmets provided
- Beautiful forest views
Kayaking

You can paddle up the Touw River to view spectacular waterfalls and wonderful birdlife.
- Life jackets included
- Moderate fitness required
- Paddling, hiking and swimming
- Waterfall
Map of Africa

The Map of Africa offers a spellbinding viewpoint, where nature's artistry is unveiled in the form of a river that gracefully sculpts the shape of the African continent into the valley below.
- Easy access
- Spectacular views
- Picnic spot
- Birds eye view
Paragliding

Wilderness is a mecca for paragliding. Experience a flight of a lifetime from one of the many launch sites in and around Wilderness.
- Professional pilots
- All equipment provided
- Weather dependant
- Camera rental available
Water Under the Bridge

Discover the enchanting Water Under the Bridge trail, a picturesque 2.5-km walk that follows the gentle flow of the Touw River.
- Close to backpackers
- Bridge jump
- Swimming
- Local favorite
Wilderness Beach

Bask in the sun on the golden shores of Wilderness Beach, a Blue Flag gem renowned for its beauty and charm.
- Close to backpackers
- Bridge jump
- Swimming
- Local favorite