Trails | Alexandria Farm

Your Outdoor Adventure

"Sky above me - Earth beneath me - Fire inside me."

R120 per adult per day

R60 per child per day (under 12)

Thaba ‘Nchu mountain offers untamed beauty, gigantic sandstone rocks, little waterfalls after the rains, and secret caves with breathtaking views as far as the eye can see. The trails intrude into the domain of the curious meerkats, the chatty guinea fowls, the odd shy duiker, reebok and dassies on the cliffs as well as fascinating birds and flora. Elevations of over 1000 m are easily reached and will put the brave and strong to the test!

The Flanegan family are all enthusiastic trail runners and Rodney Flanegan, owner of Alexandria once said: “We are so privileged and this is so beautiful; I just want to share it with everyone.” That is exactly what we’re doing!

– for trail runners, by trail runners –

Trail Information

Only bookings made 24hours in advance will be accepted.

R120 per adult per day | R60 per child per day (under 12)

Indemnity forms and T’s & C’s are compulsory.

Guided group bookings can be arranged. Please see the contact details below.

The Mountain Goat Trail

The estimated time running at an average pace of 14 minutes per kilometre will be about 5 to 6 hours. This big boy will challenge you with steep elevation and is a test of endurance. Once conquered you will feel like the king of Thaba Nchu Mountain! See the GPX files with route navigation below.

The Ox Wagon Trail

The estimated time running at an average pace of 9:30 minutes per kilometre will be about 1 ½ hours. The Ox Wagon is a diverse route with the best the mountain can offer; from steep slopes to canopies of trees and green valleys. See the GPX file with route navigation below.

The Cathedral Trail

The estimated time running at an average pace of 8 minutes per kilometre will be about 40 min. The Cathedral trail is a fun, non-technical route that everyone can run/walk enjoying the beautiful scenery and many more. See the GPX files with route navigation below...

Bookings are Essential

General Information

Gates open at 5 am and close at 6 pm.
Bookings and Indemnity forms are compulsory.
Guests who wish to make use of the trails have to follow a GPS route. The routes are not permanently marked.
Since this is also a working farm we ask that you consider the stock, workers and surroundings.

NOTE

The trails are not permanently marked.
You have to download the GPS routes on your smartwatch or smartphone if you’re hiking or running on your own.

Compulsory Hiking
and Running Gear

Water: min 2-3 litres
Suitable hiking or trail running shoes
Smartwatch or Smartphone for GPS navigation
Hat
Sunscreen
Sunglasses
Snacks or nutrition
Charged cell phone
Small medical kit

Your Outdoor Adventure