Midlands Camino
“Long or short. Summer, Winter or Spring. It’s your Camino.
What’s along the way? Only everything.”
Looking for something between a holiday and a personal reboot?
The Midlands Camino is a guided multi-day walk through the rolling hills, ancient rock art, misty forests, farm kitchens, and warm-hearted communities of KwaZulu-Natal.
It’s not a hike. It’s a 100km conversation with yourself — with good food, hot showers, and adult-appropriate beverages along the way.
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About
The KZN Midlands Camino
Please see below the list of walks for 2026:
It’s not about the destination. Except when the destination includes fire-cooked food, soft beds, and wine that tastes like you’ve earned it.
We have set departure dates if you would like to join a group
May Midlands Camino
Sold out
October Midlands Camino
Karkloof to Nottingham Road
May Mini-Midlands Camino
Sold out
Sep Mini-Midlands Camino
12 day Camino
The Real Deal Midlands Camino
From the Karkloof to the uMngeni Valley
Approximately 230km for 11 nights / 12 days
Think you’re ready to walk the Midlands like you mean it? This is the big one. The full-fat Camino. No shortcuts, no detours, no excuses. Just you, your boots, 120km or 230km of properly jaw-dropping KZN Midlands, and a crew of fellow ramblers who thought, “Why not?” instead of “Maybe later.”
For the 11 night / 12 day walk prices are:
R 21,600 per person sharing a room throughout
R 27,600 per person in a single room throughout
The Real Deal: 12 Days. 230km. Karkloof to uMngeni.
📍 Route: Karkloof to uMngeni Valley
🛏️ Nights: 11
🥾 Distance: 230km
🚶♂️ Daily walking: ±20km, with a few “surprise” 28km days. You’ve got this.
What’s included in your Midlands magic carpet ride:
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11 nights of proper Midlands hospitality (think warm beds, not tent pegs)
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All meals – simple, hearty, home-cooked deliciousness
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A guide who knows their Kamberg from their cappuccino
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Entry and reserve fees – because we play by the rules
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Your return ride – because walking back would be a bit much
🚿 Heads-up: some shared bathrooms. Bring a sense of humour and maybe flip-flops.
This walk is not customisable. You’re signing up for the whole glorious route. This is a Camino, not a choose-your-own-adventure. And yes, we need at least 4 walkers to go ahead, so bring a mate, or two.
Highlights from Midlands Camino Walks
The Midlands Camino is a soul-stirring journey through the rolling hills, forest paths, and story-rich corners of KwaZulu-Natal — complete with homemade meals, hot showers, and a glass of wine when it matters most.
This short teaser gives you a glimpse of the trail, the charm, and the magic waiting along the way. Whether you’re after a full 100km reboot or a shorter scenic wander, we’ve got a route (and a refresh) with your name on it.
I came for the scenery, but I left with something I didn’t know I needed — headspace. Every day on the Midlands Camino felt like a reset button, wrapped in fresh air, good food, and even better people. I’ve never felt more tired, or more alive. Highly recommend the wine at the end of Day 4.
Alicia du Toit, 2024 Full Midlands Camino
Ready?
Register your boots. Your soul will follow.
Choose your date, your route, your pace. We’ll handle the snacks, scenery, and soul-stirring moments. This isn’t a race. But spots are limited. Walk it before someone else does.
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