Winter Camping in Greyton

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Camping at Kleine Eike near Greyton

Who said camping is not possible in Winter? Yes, the weather does play a role but campsites are more available and the outdoors is always an adventure.

This winter a group of friends decided that camping in the winter should be tested again, with the right equipment of course. We had a weekend in mind and come rain or shine, we were going camping. We took a few extra items that would make our experience in winter a bit more comfortable like stretchers with mattresses to keep off the cold ground, gazebos to keep out the rain and a Cobb to make warm pizzas. All of them are definite must haves.

None of us had ever been to Kleine Eike but we were nicely surprised. Our 2 river front stands were amazing as it was nicely wedged in between the river and the super washing-up facilities. Grass everywhere and the sound of the river when you fall asleep rounds it all off.

Here are a few highlights of the campsite.

Kleine Eike is located 8km from Greyton in the Riviersonderend Valley.
It is an animal friendly campsite so take your best friend along.
There are mountain bike and hiking trails that start from the farm.
The newly built facilities includes amazing hot showers...especially after a cold swim in the river.

Scuttle Tip – The campsite is next to the river with a number of sites further away. The campsites closest to the river has nice shady trees so in summer they would be the best.

Click here to visit the Kleine Eike Website for more information

Distance from Cape Town: 2 Hours

-34.102405, 19.680076

Kleine Eike

Winter fun in the river...brrrr

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Bikepacking in the Western Cape

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Bikepacking is a great combination of cycling and camping

Combining cycling and camping has resulted in a new adventure called Bikepacking. It is especially popular in Europe and the USA where roads and campsites are more geared toward it. There are no specific rules as to what constitute bikepacking so for those less fit out there, grab an e-bike to make it as much fun as you like.

The Western Cape has many great options when it comes to bikepacking. There are many gravel roads that are quieter and reasonably safe to use. Campsites at the right distance or time of day are sometimes more of a challenge but adding in a night in a B&B is not against the rules. There are no rules. That is the beauty of it.

Our trip was an overnight trip and the schedule very relaxed. This meant that we stopped wherever and whenever we felt like it. It was a perfect contrast to life's organised chaos. Coffee shops, wine farms and beer breweries are in full supply and a nap or rest in the shade is all part of the journey. The destination is often just a place to pitch your tent and get a good night's rest.

Here are a few more articles and resources to get you into the groove that is bikepacking:

Locally Bicycle South is a great platform that links many players in the industry from trips to parts to gear.

Bikepacking.com take things to a whole different level from an international perspective.

Scuttle Tip – Make your first trip a short one to test your gear. The right equipment (panniers) to carry gear and the right camping equipment is important to get right before a multi day trip. Lighter is better. Much like hiking.

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