Day 1 – Montrose Trail
- Marked with orange trail boards
- 0Distance : 13 km
- !Max Elevantion: 1473 m
- "Min Elevation: 923 m
- Overnight Venue: Matumi Bush Camp
The first day is a 13 km trail through mountain passes, indigenous forests and with many stream crossings (some with wooden bridges), through the Montrose Valley with two options on accommodation, for those seeking the authentic hiker’s experience and looking for something special, the Matumi Lane Bush Camp Cabin is the place to stay. Nestled amongst the picturesque indigenous bush the cabin looks like it has been plucked straight from the pages of a fairy-tale. For weary hikers this is the perfect remedy for tired feet and the great news for those reluctant to walk is that it can be hired out by non-hikers too. For those that enjoy being out in nature the Matumi Bush Camp is a fenced camp in the Queens River Nature Reserve. Situated on the banks of the Queens River which offers a basic camping experience, the brave can cool down in the river pools, a lapa to sit around the fire at night, a flushing toilet and a lot of hot water with a gas heated shower. Tents and mattresses can be rented if needed.
Day 2 – Matumi Lane Trail
- Marked with white trail board
- 0Distance : 7 km
- !Max Elevantion: 1473 m
- "Min Elevation: 923 m
- Overnight Venue: Optional after hike
The second day is a 6.5 km trail that follows the Matumi Lane Trail back to the Queens Base Camp through the Queens River Nature Reserve and the Nelshoogte Plantation following the Queens River. Along the route you will be treated to a wide variety of indigenous plants and animal species, including the 350 types of birds that are found here. There are several river crossings with wooden bridges, natural pools to cool down in and a spectacular cascade waterfall. This trail has areas that compare to a scene out of a fairy tale movie.
