Old Salt Trail – 2025
Old Salt Trail – 2025: Where Adventure Meets Comfort
The Old Salt Trail – 2025 presents hikers with an extraordinary opportunity to explore South Africa’s western Soutpansberg Mountains in deluxe comfort. This challenging yet rewarding slackpacking experience combines breathtaking landscapes, rare wildlife encounters, and cultural heritage, all while enjoying luggage transfers and prepared meals between luxury lodges.
Trail Highlights
🌄 Biodiversity hotspot: Trek through yellowwood forests, past ancient baobabs, and among proteas
🐆 Wildlife encounters: Potential sightings of Endangered Mountain Reedbuck or elusive leopards
🏕️ Comfortable accommodations: Stay at Leshiba Venda Village Lodge with meal services
🎒 Slackpacker convenience: Daily luggage transfers with only day packs required
2025 Trail Dates
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Trail 1: 1-7 June
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Trail 2: 14-18 July
Essential Information
👥 Group size: Maximum 8 participants (minimum 4 to run)
🚗 Access: High clearance vehicle required (transfers available)
👶 Age restriction: No under 16s; under 18s must be accompanied
“This isn’t just a hike – it’s a fully immersive nature experience with all the comforts taken care of,” says the trail coordinator.
Booking Details
For those seeking single occupancy, upgrades to Lavish Suites can be arranged directly with Leshiba Lodge.
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Old Salt Trail Information