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Journey Of Hope & Healing

Journey of Hope & Healing

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Walking for Social Justice

“This walk is not just about healing the injustices of the past, but rallying to working towards the prosperous society we can be.” – Professor Thuli Madonsela

 

Set against the backdrop of South Africa’s turbulent history, this 16 km Stellenbosch walk is dedicated to embracing social justice. By acknowledging past injustices while looking forward with hope, the experience highlights how tourism can bring communities together. The walk celebrates unity, resilience, and the shared vision of ensuring that all Stellenbosch communities benefit from its rich cultural and tourism potential.

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Itinerary

08h30: Meet at the Rhynse Sending Kerk. Walk from Stellenbosch town centre to Lückhoff School, passing several places of significance before continuing to the Ida’s Valley Dam.

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10h30: Enjoy a break at the Ida’s Valley Dam while appreciating the spectacular setting.

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11h30: Refreshments at the top of Helshoogte Pass before descending into the Dwarsrivier Valley.

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12h30: Zorgvliet comfort break. Leaving Zorgvliet behind, we’ll cross the R310 into Ou Bethlehem at the Kylemore entrance, continuing to Johannesdal.

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13h30: Re-joining the R310 for the last 1.2km to Die Werf, Pniël.

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14h00: Arrive at Die Werf, visiting the social impact monuments.

    • A downloadable informative guidebook unpacking the route, the objective of the walk as well as the background of the many places of relevance en route.

    • A knowledgeable and experienced guide accompanying the group for the full duration of the walk.

    • Conservancy and hiking permits.

    • Area guides from Ida’s Valley, Pniël and Kylemore will accompany the group for sections of the walk.

    • Access to a back-up vehicle in case of emergency.

    • Transport from Pniël back to Stellenbosch.

    • Roosterkoek and koesisters served en route.

    • A small gift from the Dwarsrivier Valley for you to take home.

    • You will be given a stone and spekboom cutting to carry with you on the route, as a symbolic token of social justice.

    • Any items not stipulated

    • Items of a personal nature

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