Durban has a new addition for adventure seekers: the Waterfall-to-Waterfall Hiking and Camping Trail, a three-day, two-night slackpacking route designed for outdoor enthusiasts eager to explore the region’s untouched beauty without the burden of carrying heavy gear.
Developed by Green Corridors, a social enterprise dedicated to environmental and community impact, the trail winds through some of Durban’s most stunning rural landscapes. Beginning at Overock in Lower Molweni, the route traverses lush valleys en route to eNanda Adventure Park on the shores of Inanda Dam, before climbing through the Inanda Valley to Amatata Adventures atop Inanda Mountain.
The initiative was brought to life by three of Green Corridors’ local tourism entrepreneurs and experienced guides — Mlu Mthembu (Amatata Adventures), Rasta Reuben (Overock Rasta Camp), and Gabi Ngcobo (eNanda Adventure Park) — who not only pioneered and built the trail but also lead the guided treks.
The experience caters to a range of travelers, offering both fully catered and self-catering budget options. The catered package includes camping gear, stretchers, meals, guiding services, camping fees, and round-trip transport from Durban, with campsites set up in advance so hikers can simply arrive and unwind. For self-catering adventurers, catering equipment is supplied to simplify mealtime logistics.
“This trail is just the beginning,” said Mthembu. “We’re planning to expand with more three-day trekking experiences and additional packages. Beyond creating memorable adventures, our goal is to empower local youth by training school-leavers as interns to support these treks — from setting up camps to night watch duties — giving them valuable skills and opportunities within tourism.”
Reuben added, “We’ve long seen the potential for a trail like this. It took extensive planning, trail cutting, and close collaboration with rural communities to make it a reality. This is a perfect example of combining adventure with sustainable community development.”
Green Corridors, already known for eco-tourism initiatives like Mqeku Picnic Site, Isithumba Adventures in the Valley of a Thousand Hills, and The Green Hub at Durban’s Blue Lagoon, sees this new trail as another step in connecting travelers with nature while benefiting surrounding communities.
