• The Harold Porter National Botanical Gardens is situated on Clarence Drive in Betty's bay and undoubtably allows for some of the most spectacular walks in the Biosphere. The circular route in the vicinity of the amphi theathre provides easy access for wheelchairs and strollers. The various large indigenous trees in the garden's well-planned landscaping act as windbreaks during the South-East wind and allows for great picnics. There are various zig-zag and contoured paths around the mountain slopes. A map containing the layout of the gardens and details of walks can be obtained from the staff at the entrance to the gardens. One of the best walks in the area is the 2 hour walk up Leopard's Kloof (gorge). A minimal deposit is payable at the entrance for the key required for entry. No persons may enter Leopard's Kloof after 15:00. and the path is closed during very wet weather. The path is rough and crude ladders often provide the only way forward,as the focus has been to disturb the natural vegetation as little as possible. The climb up is worth the effort with indigenous forests providing shelter from the sun and the sound of cascading waterfalls provide constant music coupled with birdsong along the way. The path leads to a deep black pool at the base of the Leopard's Kloof waterfall. Although tempting, swimming is not allowed.

• Rod's Trail is another favourite Betty's Bay walk. It starts at the top of Kloof Road, just west of the Botanical Garden and above the Disa Kloof Youth camp. The duration of the route is roughly one hour and is relatively easy walking and follows the slopes of the Voorberg (front mountain) through a variety of Erica, Leucadendron and other Fynbos Plants with amazing Spring time flower displays. The view over Betty's Bay is vast and include the lakes and ocean. The route ends in Pipe Road below the Voorberg waterfall. You will need to leave a car at the end of the trail unless you wish to retrace your steps.

One of the most amazing places in the Overberg is the Brodie Link Nature Reserve between Betty's Bay and Pringle Bay .This magnificant 94 hectare nature reserve 'links' the Kogelberg Biosphere Reserve with the coast. The land is named after the late Bernard Brodie who generously donated the funds to purchase the property.

This very large reserve offers incredible walking opportunities in all directions but unfit walkers are advised against this route as there are many steep & steady climbs and loose rocks. The views, amazing Fynbos and lack of other die-hards make this our current favorate though!