Walking & Cycling
If you want to experience the true peace of the Clarens that we love, take a walk into the beautiful natural surrounds.
Paths lead directly from our property, and cater for all fitness levels.
Clarens Village Conservancy (CVC)
There are numerous, short and scenic hikes suitable for all fitness levels in the Clarens Village Conservancy (CVC). A hiking/MTBmap is available for purchase at a number of the local businesses including our humble establishment, Gypsy Guest House. To truly experience Clarens’ charm pack a picnic lunch and head out to the Kloof dam. Only a 10 minute walk and well worth it. The perfect place to swim and cool off in summer.
Golden Gate National Park
For more challenging hiking trails head out to Golden Gate for anumber of hiking options. A Map of the routes are available at the parks reception office opposite Glen Reenen Campsite.
Climbing Mount Horeb – For a more serious climb talk to your host, Henry to organise a local to guide to show you to the top of this Clarens landmark. Where you can enjoy a full 360 degree view of the area.
Rock Art
Bushman paintings adorn many a cave in these parts. For an easily accessible option we suggest checking out Schaapplaats Farm only 20 minutes drive along the Fouriesburg road. To book, call ChristneWalwyn on 083 630 3713
Window shopping
Take a stroll around our village square to marvel at the unique and interesting novelty shops. We recommend checking out the Rock Shop, Bibliophile and The Jacket shop. Looking for the perfect gift? You might want to try The Cheeky Mouse, Tinkies Rabbit Hole or perhaps The Nest.
Tours & Transfers
Clarens Safari- offer a two hour game drive, which can also be aCultural and Historical Tour. The drive take you through a Game Farmjust outside Clarens there are someinterestinghistorical sites which can be interpreted for you by a knowledgeable guide.
Maluti Tours- Tours and transfers to Lesotho are handled expertly by this highly professional team where you can do pony trekking historical tours and skiing as well as a visit to the massive Hyro-Power scheme at Katse Dam.
Alien Adventures- offers Guided trips to the Fertility Caves/ Motoloung and various other off the beaten track excursions in the area.
Art Galleries & Lessons
There are numerous Art Galleries, too many to mention, just have a look around or you can pick up a copy of the Art Route Map available at any of the local galleries. There are also quite a fewartists who offer Art lessons in Clarens.