The Genadendal Hiking Trail is a tough two-day hike, starting at the Moravian Mission Church. It provides a magnificent 25, 3 km circular route with overnight facilities at 14, 3 km on the farm Die Hoek. A permit must be obtained from the Vrolijkheid Nature Conservation Station. Tel (023) 625 1621

The tranquil village of Greyton is situated only 5 km from Genadendal and has numerous outdoor activities and attractions that is worthwile exploring.

The 2 220ha Greyton Nature Reserve is a botanist's dream. It offers walks through magnificent fynbos and wildflowers, especially during springtime when the wildflowers are in bloom. An interesting path to follow is the one leading to the waterfall in the nearby Noupoort Gorge.

A fabulous one-day hike is the Boesmanskloof Trail, 32 kilometres (20miles) through the Riviersonderend Mountains from Greyton to the exquisite hamlet of McGregor (formerly known as Lady Grey). At a leisurely pace, the walk may be completed in five or six hours. Drinking water is plentiful and there are many pools for bathing. During the winter months nine waterfalls, which drop into the river from a great height are clearly visible from the footpath. A large variety of proteas, ericas and disas grow along the trail. There are no huts along the trail and camping-out is prohibited. Private accommodation at Greyton or McGregor is available. Permits are required.

Horseback Riding at Greyton's only Riding Centre takes visitors, including novices on rides along different routes. One of the routes will take you on a 90 minute ride through the beautiful hills and mountains surrounding Greyton.

Camping, swimming, angling or canoeing along the Riviersonderend River provides fun entertainment for all members of the family. The campsite, situated outside Greyton, (travel along the gravel road towards Krige) has basic facilities and lies on the banks of the Riviersonderend River.