The 5 best cape town central hiking trails with photos. Tiny remnant populations of critically endangered or near extinct plants sometimes. Located at the southeast corner of the cape peninsula and stretching for about 30km, you can choose from short two hour hikes, to longer adventures that take a couple of days. This is a popular spot with relatively short and easy hiking trails leading to panoramic viewpoints south and east across the peninsula and false bay. The complete trail allows hikers to take a spectacular fournight, fiveday 60 mile 97 km hike from cape town s table mountain all the way to cape point at the southern tip of the cape peninsula day visitors to silvermine enjoy local hikes, picnics, mountain biking, birdwatching and the mountain fynbos flora. Blessed with a rich diversity of plant and bird life, the 388hectare tygerberg nature reserve offers spectacular views of city, sea and mountain. If tranquillity cracks, platteklip gorge, maclears beacon and india venster are not on your list of mustdo hikes, then this list of sedate trails, even if one or two involve a short though not overly taxing uphill, is for you. Accommodation in kloof nek as one of the best known and most popular hiking trails up lions head, this is a must for visitors to cape town that want to experience the true south african. Scotty laughland traveled to the southern tip of africa to see what neethling was going on about. Hiking cape town in the western cape an activity not to be.
Cape town is the second most populous city in south africa after johannesburg and also the. Luckily for you, we have done the research for you so that you can go ahead and choose the one most suited. Short hikes a couple of hours less than half a day. You have the option of walking to the top, or scrambling up some of the short rock faces. For land lovers that visit cape town, hiking is one of the most popular ways to get the best views and no crowds. From knifes edge and lions head to pipe track and krom river, secluded and lesserknown trails, plus hikes further afield in the western cape. All of the hiking and walking trails in cape town this spring. The start of the garden route, mossel bay, is around 400km from cape town while. It is a peak, so it affords you 360 degree views of table mountain, cape town city and the ocean. Being a welltraveled lady touring with mogamat definitely was the most eyeopening, adventurous, and stunning journey which i will remember, draw upon, and cherish for many years to come. Cape town mountain bike, ebike, hike, trail running trails. Hiking trails 164 of 2210 things to do in western cape showing 1 to 15 of 164 results in the category. If tranquillity cracks, platteklip gorge, maclears beacon and india venster are not on your list of mustdo hikes, then this list of sedate trails, even if one or two involve a short though not overly. Trails limietberg nature reserve r 45 r 44 r 43 3 2 7 6 4 r 45 1 8 5 itels river ss du oitskloof ass bainskloof p ass to villiersdorp to stellenbosch to gouda to ceres to malmesbury to cape town to cape town mont rochelle memorial catsepad observation p oint fishermans cave suurvlakte start of limietberg trail wemmershoek dam stettynskloof.
From leisurely rambles to invigorating coastal and mountain hikes, cape town abounds with magnificent hiking trails. Cape point has an intriguing, albeit somewhat sombre, maritime history, and the shipwreck trails at cape point take you to the heart of the action. There are two longer hiking routes, however, that take you into the heart of cape point and the greater table mountain national park region. Most of the hikes in cape town involve scaling a mountain if you hadnt already noticed, there are a fair number in the city. This 112 meter abseil is the highest commercial abseil in the world and is known to bring out the ultimate sense of adventure.
The host city cape town is a worldclass destination that features highly on any must visit list. This is just one of many such incidents that have occurred on cape towns hiking trails in recent months. Book your tickets online for the top things to do in cape town central, south africa on tripadvisor. Cape town hiking trails table mountain guided walks cape. The city also uses this water to irrigate the flower beds along. The cape floral kingdom is 1 of the western capes 2 unesco world heritage sites. Please post your own two day hiking experiences in and around cape town here after you register which can be done here. Cape town hiking trails table mountain guided walks cape town. The mountains remained the preserve of enthusiastic walkers and mountaineers. The hike through one of the iconic tourist attractions in south africa the cape of good hope is an incredible experience. Silvermine nature reserve and hiking trails, cape town. Woodhead dam lies on the top of the mountain, and is a large dam constructed in 1897 that supplies water to the city of cape town. Hot spots for hiking are silvermine nature reserve, chapmans peak drive, cape point nature reserve, kalk bay caves, peers cave or elsies peak.
Hiking is the ultimate way to experience south africas wild true beauty, allowing you to take in every detail of the environment around you from the tiniest flower, to the highest mountain peak. Top 10 hiking trails in cape town adventure trails in cape town. May 11, 2018 former world cup racer, andrew neethlings hometown is cape town, south africa. Hiking cape town in the western cape an activity not to be missed. The biggest part of what makes cape town so special, though, is its incredible, aweinspiring beauty. These hiking trails and route will be grouped into several categories. A guide to driving the famous garden route from mossel bay to storms river in. Living in a city between the iconic table mountain and the glimmering. Sivermine nature reserve lies within south africas table mountain national park and includes the cape peninsula mountain range extending from constantiaberg to kalk bay.
Cape town, south africa mountain biking trails trailforks. Rashaad jakoet, head of hikers paradise adventure club, was part of the group walking along the path between hout bay and sandy beach, when they were approached by three armed men. Trail maps iride africairide africa cape town bike. Hiking great ideas for walks and hikes through mountains and valleys to discover the natural fynbos, views and wildlife in cape town and the surrounds. The landscape is lush and green after some good rain, and there are few things as magical as the waterfalls that spring up all around the city. Winter hikes with waterfalls in cape town you might think of hiking as a summer activity, but there are some magnificent winter hikes too. We use the word hike very loosely here, because indeed some of the trails covered are more like walks, but at the end of the day, theyre still bound to get the blood pumping and the heartrate up out in nature and thats. Part of the table mountain nature reserve hiking trails, cape town walks, nature walks, outdoor activities. There is a network of over 550 walks on table mountain alone, but the western. Wellmarked hiking trails wind their way throughout the reserve, in some cases climbing up hills that offer unrivalled. Easy hiking trails in and around cape town for beginners and families.
Hiking and walking in cape town cape town mountains. These are some of the most scenic routes in south africa. Cape town hiking silvermine nature trail hike in cape town. X big event venue 1 hiking trail 1 popular attraction. Nature lovers will find many hiking trails in cape town. Hiking trails in cape town results 1 20 of 81 switch to map33. We get a lot of satisfaction out of being able to guide visitors up the many varied routes and share this beautiful mountain that we love so much. Hiking trails in the western cape western cape government. List your place south africa western cape cape town constantia hiking trail. The cape has so many amazing hiking trails that it can be difficult to pick the perfect one. In the 1940s a group of thesestill remembered as the molesexplored the mountains and discovered some sixty caves to add to the list of the few already known.
Adventure hikes are available for the thrill seekers. Last sunday, a group of 11 hikers were held at gunpoint by three armed attackers near duiker island, just off the coast of hout bay. Abseil from the summit of cape town s table mountain and experience the unforgettable rush that makes for an extreme adventure. These days, the demands of city life make it hard to find time for an afternoon hike, let alone a walk in the wild, but the idea of leaving the city life behind, roaming the. Contact the sanparks booking office and book the accommodation directly. Each of our hikes provide a short summary of the trail as well as a more detailed description of the hike, the terrain to expect, the estimated duration of the hike and whether or not it is dog friendly. Without a doubt cape towns most well known mountain, is table mountain. Discover the finest hiking trails on guided walks, learn more about the fynbos, birdlife and ecosphere. Sep 18, 2015 as cape towns most famous iconic landmark, table mountain is always a top choice for hikers who visit the destination. The uncover the cape trail and trekking guide is focused around the best walks in cape town.
These are walks and hikes that will take you past fresh water. Long hiking trails and overnight walks at cape point. The shoreline is littered with wrecks from years gone by, and while major shipping accidents along this coastline are thankfully a thing of the past, their presence on the peninsulas beaches make. Leave cape town and drive towards the wine lands region nestled below the spectacular boland mountains some 50 minute drive from the city. Please note this is just a summary of the current months hikes. We need your input to make this site an endless pool of hiking knowledge.
Total distance of the hike 33,8km you can add 1012km extra by walking around cape point and taking longer routes and loops. Cape town hikes cape town trail and trekking guide. Top 10 hiking trails in cape town how south africa. Cape town, south africa, has won countless best city awards, the reasons for which are plenty. Kasteelspoort is found on the western slopes of the table mountain and is often described as the most popular and enjoyable accent up the twelve apostles. Z hiking cape town, table mountain, river hike adventures tafelberg road cape town, 8005. This is the great thing about the different trails that you can get in. Former world cup racer, andrew neethlings hometown is cape town, south africa. Our selection of hiking trails ranges from beginner and childfriendly to more challenging routes.
Dec 27, 2015 cape town hiking the silvermine nature reserve up to elephant eye cave hiking trail. The cape trails cape towns hiking and running trails. This reserve is a delight for avid hikers and nature lovers alike as it offers a range of trails with diverse scenery, fauna and flora. With undulating mountain chains, hectares of forest and vast nature reserves right on its doorstep, cape town has a strong outdoor culture with hiking rated as one of the top activities.
Home long hiking trails and overnight walks at cape point cape point is a paradise for day visitors. Hiking trails in cape town browse 1 9 table mountain national park is located at the sw tip of africa in cape town, it encompasses the world famous majestic table mountain chain which stretches from signal hill in the n to cape point in the s. You may also be able to find more detailed descriptions of each trail on wikioutdoors. Some trails are right at our doorstep and some require a short drive. The hike pages will be for the many popular hikes in and around cape town. Situated directly next to cape town, table mountain national park is the most popular national park in south africa. Estates visited vary and are selected after discussing personal preferences. One of the first things that people want to know is if there are any easy hiking trails in and around cape town for beginners and families. Silvermine nature reserve and hiking trails, cape town, south. The hikers were robbed of their possessions by three gunwielding robbers. Today will be a leisurely experience as you explore the capes wine route towns of stellenbosch, paarl and franschhoek. Performancebased approaches for concrete structures 14th. Hidden among the hills in cape town s northern suburbs, this lush haven offers an easy escape from bellvilles urban sprawl. Guided hiking trips and mountain biking tours cape trails.
Not technical scrambling optional, but still a solid workout with a few slightly exposed ledges. Ultratrail cape town utct races utct presents four trail races of 100km, 65km, 35km and 21km that traverse the mountains of the beautiful cape peninsula. Read our summary of the hoerikwaggo trail on the table mountain hiking trails blog and decide how you want to do it. Sandy beaches and rocky crags, gorges, forests and rivers all combine to.
It might not have the height, or status, of table mountain, but lions head is hard to beat when it comes to breathtaking views. The trail is primarily used for hiking and walking and is accessible yearround. There is a large number of hiking trails in south africa with levels of difficulty, accessibility and luxury to suit any taste to ensure that you have a safe, healthy and enjoyable hike, also see wilderness backpacking and packing for a week of hiking. He grew up riding, training and racing the trails there. The western cape offers the avid hiker and trail runner a seemingly infinite range of hiking trails and paths to explore, peaks to summit and views to relish. The table mountain national park, around which the city is based, has an abundance of trails covering all types of terrain, while other scenic routes can also be found within an hour of the city center. All of the guides at cape town trails have fallen in love with table mountain and all that it has to offer. The cape mountains is a playground for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts alike. Winter hikes with waterfalls in cape town cape town travel. This hiking route takes us up the 12 apostles and summits on table mountain. Cape point nature reserves hiking trail is a popular destination and of course, table mountain hiking trails are popular attractions for both easy hiking trails in cape town, as well as abseiling and rock climbing in cape town.
He thinks they are pretty greatpossibly the greatest. Cape town 2020 touring the africa adventure company. Whether youre looking for adventure or solitude, a hike in one of mountains around stellenbosch or cape town is not to be missed. Mar 29, 2018 this is just one of many such incidents that have occurred on cape towns hiking trails in recent months. Cape town hiking trail browse our directory of hiking trail in cape town. South africa western cape cape town hiking trail cape town hiking. Best trails in table mountain national park western cape, south. It is operated by joanna jayne, who is an experienced tour guide and a born and bred capetonian. As a general rule, children are not allowed on our hikes, but exceptions can be made, please ask permission. The best hiking trails in cape town the inside guide. Beautiful views and an array of short hikes are on offer throughout the cape of good hope nature reserve, and if youre pressed for time these offer incredible returns. Table mountain, kirstenbosch, silvermine, newlands, crystal pools, cecilia forest waterfall etc. We hope our cape of good hope hiking guide will help you to plan a hike and to enjoy it the most.
Constantia hiking trail browse our directory of hiking trail in constantia. Use these free, up to date, trail maps to get an idea of what trails exist in the area. The 10 best cape town safaris with photos tripadvisor. The 15 best things to do in cape town central 2020 with. Seven great hikes in an around cape town travel blog. The mountain club of south africas 1944 journal is essential. Here are all the hiking and walking trails in cape town well be escaping to this summer woodstock cave hike you can get to woodstock cave relatively quickly from rhodes memorial, above uct, following the trail up and around devils peak, past kings blockhouse, and along the contour path. Cape town is home to some of the most beautiful hiking trails in the world.
Lions head path and top road western cape, south africa. Hiking is the ultimate way to experience south africas wild true beauty, allowing you to take in every detail of the environment around you from the tiniest flower. This is the great thing about the different trails that you can get in and around the city. Watch the sunrise or sunset perched atop a majestic mountain, marvel at a waterfall, bring the children and get some fresh air and exercise on cape. Cape town hiking the silvermine nature reserve up to elephant eye cave hiking trail. Hiking cape town exploring cape town one hike at a time.
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