Bundu Backpackers Hiking Trail

Between Machadodorp and Badplaas

The Bundu Backpackers Hiking Trail is one of the options at Bermanzi Mountain Guest House situated between Machadodorp and Badplaas, in Mpumalanga, and is a two-hour drive from the bustling cities of Johannesburg and Pretoria.

A real Bundu experience in pure Nature. You bring your own small tent and camp one night in the indigenous woods next to the stream. First night you sleep at The Stables where you can braai around a campfire in a boma.

Day 1

A 5-6 hours challenging hike with your backpack and tent down into the Bankspruit gorge to reach the camping spot. A real bundu experience in the indigenous wood. You can erect your tent next to the stream. There are no facilities only the bush. You will experience a unique connection with your friends and nature around the campfire. You are also next to wonderful swimming pool that will be welcome during the summer time after the challenging hike.

Day 2

A 4 Hour challenging hike along the Bankspruit up to the beautiful Uitkoms waterfall (also known as the Bridel Falls). After enjoying the beauty of the waterfall, you take the challenge uphill back to The Stables, where you can have a hot shower before leaving from home.

1^st Night’s Accommodation:

The Stables:

The Stables are ideal for hiking groups as well as youth groups and church groups. The Stables are kitted out with bunk beds and sleep 6 – 8 people per room with a maximum of 50 people being accommodated throughout The Stables. This accommodation is fitted with two kitchens and an ablution facility. Of all our self-catering accommodation in Mpumalanga, this is our most affordable accommodation in Machadodorp.