As you descend, you’ll find the words “Into the forest I go, to feed my mind, and find my soul” in front of you. These ring true as the overwhelming beauty of the indigenous nature envelops you.
Under the vivid green canopy of trees lies a lush wonderland filled with a spectacular variety of plants, animals, insects and birds. Afromontane forests, such as the one at Graskop Gorge, are rare and declining. Expert in conservation and environmental education, Karl Lane shares some of the statistics. “Between 0,1% and 0,2% of our land area is forest, and it has declined by about 40% since 1800. Therefore, it’s is one of the most precious”.
Within the forest, you’ll find both natural wonders and artistic developments by local artists to celebrate and educate travellers about the flora and fauna you may discover nestled in its foliage. An extensive network of elevated walkways and suspension bridges lead you through the forest and across the streams. The trail takes about an hour to complete.