FULL DAY HIKES
SKELETON GORGE TO MACLEARS BEACON
Approx Hiking Time: 5 hours (descend via cable car) OR 6 – 7 hours (descend via Platteklip Gorge)
Level Of Difficulty: Both Skeleton and Platteklip Gorges are steep, so a general level of fitness is required. Although there is little in the way of exposure, there are some ladders on Skeleton Gorge and some rocks to scramble over.
Brief Overview : Skeleton Gorge, found on the Eastern side of Table Mountain, ascends above Kirstenbosch Gardens. Once on the top, the route follows the Eastern slopes of the mountain, to Maclears Beacon. The highest point of the mountain.Descent via the Cable car or Platteklip Gorge.
TWELVE APOSTLES WALK
Approx Hiking Time: 6 hours
Level Of Difficulty: Although Kasteelspoort offers quite a steep descent, there is no exposure on this route. Due to the length of the walk a general fitness level is required
Brief Overview :Beginning and ending at Tafelberg road. This route follows the Pipe Track, along the base of the Western slopes of the mountain. Ascending via corridor ravine, we then follow the twelve apostles back towards the Table Top. The views over the Atlantic Ocean are absolutely magnificent. Time can also be spent exploring “Tranquility Crags” A natural formation of rocks, famous for its peaceful atmosphere.Descend via Kasteels poort.
BACK TABLE DAM CIRCUIT
Approx Hiking Time: 6 hour
Level Of Difficulty: Apart from the length of the walk, this is the least strenuous ways to both ascend and descend the mountain.
Brief Overview :Ascending from Constantia Nek, a full circuit of the dams found on the back table area of the mountain. This beautiful walk includes a visit to the museum which traces the history of the dams which were built in the late 1800’s.
KASTEELSPOORT TO TABLE TOP
Approx Hiking Time: 6 hours
Level Of Difficulty: A steep ascent and descent, but little exposure. A general level of fitness is required
Brief Overview :After a steep ascent up Kasteelspoort, the route follows through the beautiful and remote valley of isolation, to the table top. Here a visit to Maclears beacon, the highest point on Table Mountain is an option.Descend via cable car or Platteklip gorge.
CONTOUR PATH : CONSTANTIA NEK TO RHODES MEMORIAL
Approx Hiking Time: 5 hours
Level Of Difficulty: No strenuous uphills or scrambling required. No exposure.
Brief Overview :The contour path follows a relatively flat route, along the Eastern slopes of the mountain. A well maintained path with boardwalks in places, this route, is suitable for anyone looking a days walk with no strenuous climbs. Winding through indigenous forest, with views over the Southern Suburbs and False Bays, this a favourite route for the whole family.
EXTRA NOTES:
- Packed lunch provided on all full day trips.
- Transport available upon request
- Prices valid 1 July 10 – 1 July 2011
- Entry to Kirstenbosch included where applicable.
- Excludes cost of cable car (where applicable)
