It is essential to book attendance on walks at a nominal booking fee, payable in advance. The charge for ALL walks are as follows:

Members: 

• Adults R30
• Scholars R15

Non members:

• Adults R50
• Scholars R25

For more information and bookings send an email to the Friends: info@helderbergnaturereserve.co.za.  Booking for a Walk closes at 12 noon on the Friday before.  Please note that bookings are made via email and EFT.  Once we have received your proof of payment and sent you our confirmation email, your booking will be guaranteed.  Please provide your confirmation email to security on the day to avoid paying entrance fees.  

Should a Walk have to be cancelled for any reason (e.g. inclement weather), you may be advised via an SMS or phone call.  Please send us an email if you would like to exchange your booking for another walk.

The day and the night walks will usually be led by Andreas Groenewald, while bird walks will usually be led by Jill Mortimer (a member of the Somerset West Bird Club).

Day walks are held on the last Sunday of the month, commencing from the Visitor Centre in The Reserve at 08:00 and last approximately 3 hours accept the bird walk held on the last Wednesday of the month starting at 07:00.

Walks are not strenuous as they will be in the lower garden of the Reserve. You are nevertheless advised to wear comfortable walking shoes and bring water to drink.

These will be held on the Saturday closest to the new or full moon. Meet at the entrance of the Reserve at 18:45 – the walks start promptly at 19:00 (times may vary). Cars may be parked inside. Walks will be in the lower area of The Reserve. Comfortable walking shoes are advised and, most important, participants are asked to bring a hand torch with them.

Sunset Supper Walks

Held on Saturday evenings.
Meet at the Visitor Centre in the Reserve at 17:45 – the walk starts promptly at 18:00 (times may vary) and lasts approximately 4 hours. There will be a gradual climb to the bench on the Caracal Trail, a moderate fitness level is required. Once there, participants will watch the sunset while enjoying a supper (bring your own picnic and hand torch) while taking a closer look at the night sky.

Due to popularity of these Night Walks, it is recommended that you book early.

These walks are guided by two experienced hikers. All walks start from the kiosk near the restaurant in the Reserve. No booking, as such, is required. However, to assist with arrangements, please let the Visitor Centre know via email if you are planning to join the walk.

Appropriate hiking gear is essential, particularly in winter. Guides may refuse to allow persons to join the hike if clothing or footwear are not suitable. It is essential to carry 1-2 litres of water.

Please note: Non-members will need to pay entry fees at the reserve entrance.  In the event of bad weather, the walks will be deferred to the following week, starting at the same time as scheduled.