The Bushman Trail lies in the southwestern section of the Kruger National Park, near Berg-en-Dal restcamp. The trail camp is situated in a secluded valley. The landscape is characterised by awe-inspiring granite hills, reminiscent of the Zimbabwean Motopos, which provides a splendid vantage point in the surrounding bush.
White rhino, elephant and buffalo are some of the animals encountered on the trail. Bushman paintings can be viewed in many of the hill shelters and are a feature of this trail.
Highlights: In keeping with the wilderness atmosphere, sites for the trail camps are carefully selected for their scenic beauty and diverse plant and animal life. Groups spend three nights in four rustic two-bed huts. Ablution facilities comprise reed-walled showers and flush toilets. A covered lapa serves as a dining/socialising area where the campfire's flickering shadows encourage stories of adventures in the African bush. Simple, wholesome meals are provided.
Photo Gallery:(Click on the photo for an expanded view...) Tips and Hints:A maximum of eight persons between the ages of 12 and 60 years may participate per trail. To derive the optimum benefit and enjoyment from a trail adventure, it is recommended that a group comprises persons of a similar age, with common interests and the same level of fitness. A reasonable level of fitness is required as up to 20 km may be walked per day. The distance is covered at a leisurely pace, however, to afford trailists an intimate encounter with the wilderness. Due to the terrain covered and the safety factor, handicapped persons should not participate in these trails. All participants have to complete an indemnity form before embarking on a trail. Minors must be in possession of a form signed by a parent or legal guardian. These forms should be handed to the trail ranger before departing on the trail. - The general rules and regulations of the Kruger National Park also apply to trailists.
Trailists depend on the trail ranger for their safety and for guidance. The trail ranger should therefore be obeyed at all times. Failure to co-operate in this respect could lead to the immediate cancellation of the trail. For safety and ethical reasons liquor may be consumed at the trail camp only. Excessive consumption of liquor is strongly discouraged. - Trailists provide their own liquor and soft drinks.
- Limited space is available in a communal refrigerator.
- MALARIA PROPHYLACTICS ARE ESSENTIAL. PLEASE CONSULT YOUR CHEMIST.
Clothing should be comfortable and durable. Neutral colours such as khaki are preferable. Light-coloured garments such as whites and creams should be avoided. T-shirts are not recommended as they provide little protection against the sun on the neck. A hat and an all-weather jacket should be taken along. A tracksuit, either woollen or lightweight depending on the season, is a useful garment. Footwear should be worn-in prior to the trail, have thick soles and provide good ankle support. It is preferable not to wear white shoes.
Hints
A camera, binoculars, sunscreen lotion and reference books are optional. A powerful torch is essential.
Transport
Trailists have to provide their own transport to the restcamp from where they will be transported to the trail camp.
Inclusions and Exclusions:Bushman Trail closed between 15 December 2004 and 15 January 2005
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