Bøker av Willie Olivier

Hiking Trails of South Africa is the essential guide for every hiker. Written by well-known and respected author Willie Olivier, this comprehensive South African trail directory is now in its third, fully updated edition. Describing more than 500 trails, this new volume offers something for everyone, from the casual ambler to the experienced hiker. Whether you want to explore the beautiful, barren landscape of the Karoo, wander through Western Cape fynbos, see the wonderful birds and lush indigenous forests of the Garden Route, admire the vast sandstone formations of the Free State, spot game on a wilderness hike in Mpumalanga or Limpopo, or experience the majesty of the Drakensberg - you will find all the information you need in Hiking Trails of South Africa. All of the trails covered include information on available facilities, accommodation and activities on offer as well as contact details for booking the hikes listed under each entry. The book also provides an invaluable guide to selecting hiking equipment, staying safe on the trail and dealing with any emergencies that may arise. Willie Olivier has covered thousands of kilometres throughout southern Africa, both on foot and by road. He is also the writer of numerous other travel guides and books, including African Adventurer's Guide: Namibia, African Adventurer's Guide: Mozambique and the highly successful Touring in South Africa, all published by Random House Struik.