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4WD-Trail The Meadows 4WD-Trail

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Located in South Africa :: Eastern Cape
Category: Activity :: 4WD-Trail

Situated in Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape province of Osuth Africa, the Meadows 4WD-trail. The meadows is filled with wildflowers in summer, very scenic and challenging but not rough for normal 4x4 vehicle, must have low range.

The Meadows 4x4 trail (for the most part) follows natural contours in the terrain, avoiding the negative environmental impact. The 4x4 trail course offers accommodation and meals located in the beautiful Elands River Valley near Uitenhage. Guesthouse also available. Campsite is basic with showers and ablution. Enjoy a braai afterwards.

Contact
Address :  Elandsrivier Rd, Eastern Cape, South Africa
Contact :  Donovan
Contact 2 :  Sunelle
Cell :  +27(0)82 458 9699
Cell2 :  +27(0)82 458 9580
Email :  Click Here
Host Website :  Click Here
Cellphone Reception :  Good

Time Information
Best Time to Visit :  All Year Round
Reception Opening and Closing Times :  Mon-Sun: 08:00-17:00

Rates and Payment
Fee/s :  ZAR250 per vehicle must be more than one vehicle. All occupants are included in the price. (Updated May-2021)

Facilities
Camping Safe Parking Available
Accommodation (Chalets)

Activities
4WD Trails Fishing Swimming Bird Watching
More Activities :  Farm tours.
Notes on Activities :  (Some activities may be offered nearby).

Trail Information
Number of Trails :  1
Trail Length :  13km
Driving Time :  3 - 4 hrs but takes longer when wet
Difficulty Grading :  3
Management Agency :  Private Owner
Trail Access :  Public Access Allowed
Permit required :  YES
Type of Trail :  4WD Trail only
Type of Terrain :  Rock, mountain, sand and water. The trail need good drivers who can manoeuvre vehicles through rocks, trees and holes.Takes longer when wet and when wet the grade are a 4 to a 5 grading at some places.
Comments :  Book in advance. Security gate code will be given when booking is confirmed. You must fil out an indemnity form and the use of track is your own risk.
General :  Suitable for 4x2 vehicle with differential lock
Low range gears are required to complete this trail
Vehicle needs good ground clearance
Self-Drive Trail
Trail Guides are available, but not obligatory
The trail has substantial shade
Drinking water is available
Environmentally friendly practices are in place

Travelling Information
Closest Town :  Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth)
Distance to Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth)  :  60km

Self Drive Access :  Yes
Vehicle Type :  4WD
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