Baviaanskloof (R332) Wilderness Drive
Baviaanskloof · Eastern Cape Overland route
The R332 runs through the Baviaanskloof World Heritage Site, between Patensie in the east and Willowmore in the west, and ECPTA promotes the self-drive as a wilderness experience. The route climbs mountain passes, crosses rivers and runs over the plateau. ECPTA's reserve guide recommends a 4x4 or a 2x4 with diff lock, and a full tank of fuel. Entry permits are needed even for a drive-through, and quad bikes and motocross bikes are not allowed.
Along the way
Before you drive it
- Check with the operator for closures after rain. Conditions change faster than any website.
- Tell someone your route and your expected time out.
- Carry recovery gear you know how to use, and rated recovery points on the vehicle. See our recovery gear spec comparison.