Walks by Day – Friday 10 April
“This is simple the best way for every person of every age and means to enjoy the beautiful Garden Route. What a brilliant idea, professionally executed with great guides and excellent organization.”
– Samantha and Family
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Friday 10 April 2020
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Walk Details
After a short introductory talk, we meander along the sandy shore and meet some interesting molluscs, crustaceans and other items. At the rocky shore we find the bungy-jumping periwinkles and
Walk Details
After a short introductory talk, we meander along the sandy shore and meet some interesting molluscs, crustaceans and other items. At the rocky shore we find the bungy-jumping periwinkles and the fascinating barnacles as well as many creatures you have wondered about. The rock pools are always a mystery: who knows what is lurking under the surface? Duration 3-4 hours.
You will need torches that last 3 hours and wear shoes you don’t mind getting wet.
Booking essential – limited places.
GRADE: Easy
COST: R150pp Professional Guide Fee.
BRING: Torch and shoes you don’t mind getting wet.
EXTRA NOTES: Note the start time at 7:00PM Family Friendly, Rock pools.
DIRECTIONS: Swartvlei beach, Sedgefield See Google maps below for directions on your phone.
BOOKINGS:
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Walk Leader
Judy Dixon072 390 6667
Time
April 2(Friday) 7:00pm - April 2(Friday) 10:00pm
SedgefieldSwartvlei beach, Sedgefield
Walk Details
Peak 1067 is a no-name peak overlooking Wabooms Valley near the top of the Outeniqua Pass. It’s spot-height is shown as 1067 metres, hence its new name.
Walk Details
Peak 1067 is a no-name peak overlooking Wabooms Valley near the top of the Outeniqua Pass. It’s spot-height is shown as 1067 metres, hence its new name.
An Epic adventure for the more adventurous hiker along a good path towards Campherskloof, from where we will bundu bash through a no-trails path up towards some significant rock scrambling and high cliffs along the peak to the top of Skyline route and down a steep descent back to the Sputnik Tower. Spectacular panoramic views to be expected from the summit!!
There is no water.
GRADE: Moderate to strenuous, exposed and suitable for fit, experienced walkers only.
COST: Walk is free, Walk requires a CapeNature permit. Donations welcome.
BRING: Bring your own lunch, refreshments, hat, sunscreen, and trek poles (if you need them). Wear sturdy shoes and preferably long trousers.
EXTRA NOTES: The hike is 6.5 km and will take about 5 to 6 hours to complete. No children under 14. No dogs allowed please.
DIRECTIONS: The hike will start and end at the Sputnik Tower at the top of the Outenique Pass. Take Outeniqua Pass to Oudtshoorn. We park at and start walking from the stumpy telecoms mast / Sputnik Tower at the top of the pass. Coordinates: S 33° 52’55.33” E 22° 23’58.12”
BOOKINGS:
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Walk Leader
Janine Smith081 243 9781
Time
April 2(Friday) 7:30am - April 2(Friday) 2:00pm
Outeniqua PassGeorge
Walk Details
We will put on our naturalist eyes as we amble around Keurbooms estuary, exploring its life and sharing stories about some of the delights and dynamics of this
Walk Details
We will put on our naturalist eyes as we amble around Keurbooms estuary, exploring its life and sharing stories about some of the delights and dynamics of this modest wetland area.
No special footwear required, although footwear that can get wet is recommended (unless you prefer to go barefoot)
Binoculars are useful if you like birding, especially waders and wetland species, but not essential to the activity.
GRADE: Easy
COST: R20, to Masiyembo Non Profit that leads the walk.
BRING: Binoculars recommended, Coastal Scenery, Marine and Coastal Interest, Wildlife and Birding Interest, Flowers and Botanical Interest.
EXTRA NOTES: Easy – Mainly flat walking, on paths with good surfaces. No climbing, minimal or no steps. Leisurely – stopping often and taking it slowly.
DIRECTIONS: “Rietvlei Road, Plettenberg Bay.
Meet at the carpark at the Keurbooms Lagoon end of Rietvlei Road, Plettenberg Bay.
From Plett, take the N2 toward The Crags and turn right into Rietvlei Road (at the Quartet Hotel, after Goose Valley) which is situated directly across from Buco.
Drive all the way down Rietvlei Rd (which becomes a gravel road) to the carpark at the end. We will meet there just before 9am.
If the carpark is full, then additional parking is available under the pine trees on the left side of the road about 50m before the carpark.
BOOKINGS:
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Walk Leader
Matthew Zylstra071 289 7236
Time
April 2(Friday) 9:00am - April 2(Friday) 12:00pm
End of Rietvlei Rd, Plettenberg BayRietvlei Rd, Plettenberg Bay, 6600
Walk Details
This is a strenuous 17km hike (5½ hours walking) on the Northern side of the Outeniqua Mountains, just outside George. The hike is suitable for fit people. My pace is steady,
Walk Details
This is a strenuous 17km hike (5½ hours walking) on the Northern side of the Outeniqua Mountains, just outside George.
The hike is suitable for fit people. My pace is steady, not fast. As there are several stops for fossicking, swimming and eating, and allowing for the time to drive from George to the start of the hike, I suggest that you allow a full day for this magnificent hike.
The area is home to the most amazing mountain fynbos. It was burnt about 2 years ago, so you won’t see the large Protea aurea, Protea neriifolia and Leucadendron species it is known for, but the fynbos is beginning to make a comeback, and there is a lot to see. See my March species list at the end of the description.
The trail starts in the Waboomskraal valley, where hops and fruit are grown. We will park the cars next to the road leading to the farm. (S -33.86873, E 22.32681) After walking up a steep jeep track on private land, you will enter the reserve. (824m) We will stop for a breather and a plant fossick here.
The jeep track leads us to the beginning of the circuit, from there we climb steadily in an anticlockwise direction.
The track peters out at Pat’s rock, named after the original leader of the group, and we now use a path to reach the trig beacon on the highest point of the hike (1093m). There is a stunning 360° view of mountains from here, including the Swartberg Mountains to the North, and Craddock Peak to the East. This is our tea stop and another opportunity for a fossick.
Then we start our long descent into the valley floor. The path is narrow and steep in places but affords great views across the valley. We cross the Groot Doring Rivier (presently a stream) and reach the main jeep track. From here it is a long hot slog uphill to the start of the circuit, stopping off on the way to cool off in one of the best mountain pools in the area. This will be our lunch stop.
Once we reach the start of the circuit, we will retrace our steps down the jeep track to the cars.
Some of the plants that we should see at this time of year are: Aspalathus ciliaris, Berzelia intermedia, Bobartia aphylla, Bobartia robusta, Erica densifolia, Erica rosacea, Erica seriphifolia, and so many more.
GRADE: Strenuous
COST: R120
BRING: Swimming or place to swim – bring swimming kit, Binoculars recommended, Bring your own lunch, Hiking boots are required, Bring your own first aid kit.
EXTRA NOTES: Wildlife and Birding Interest, Flowers and Botanical Interest.
DIRECTIONS: George library parking Caledon St, from there to start of hike in convoy. Parking is very limited at the start of the walk, so it would be helpful to share vehicles.
BOOKINGS:
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Walk Leader
Marge Webster084 5483222
Time
April 2(Friday) 7:30am - April 2(Friday) 6:00pm
George libraryCaledon St, Fernridge, George, 6529
Walk Details
An extreme inspiring coastal walk with spectacular sea landscapes, including forest, rock pools and stretches of pristine beach. We start at Nature's Valley and discover the beauty of Salt River
Walk Details
An extreme inspiring coastal walk with spectacular sea landscapes, including forest, rock pools and stretches of pristine beach. We start at Nature’s Valley and discover the beauty of Salt River mouth we will across the De Vasselot forest and pass Forest Hall to end at Enrico’s restaurant at Keurboomstrand. This is a magical day out with lots to see and learn about this incredible stretch of coastline.
GRADE: Strenuous, 12kms with a river crossing at high tide.
COST: By donation – This walk supports trail repair and maintenance. (Recommended donation of R150pp). Please bring cash on the day or donate now online via EFT
BRING: Snacks, drinking water, swimming gear, rain jacket.
EXTRA NOTES: Long walk with terrain suitable for fit experienced walkers. May include small scramble. Children over 14 years.
DIRECTIONS: We will meet at Enricos Restaurant, Keurbooms Beach and car pool to drive through to the start at Nature’s Valley Beach. See Google maps below for directions on your phone.
BOOKINGS:
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Time
April 2(Friday) 7:30am - April 2(Friday) 2:30pm
Location
Nature’s Valley Beach
Enricos Restaurant Keurbooms Beach
Nature’s Valley Beach Enricos Restaurant Keurbooms Beach
Walk Details
The hike is 13.5km long, and will take about 5 to 6 hours to complete. Exceptional coastal views can be expected. The 30 meter high contour path hugs the coastline, and
Walk Details
The hike is 13.5km long, and will take about 5 to 6 hours to complete.
Exceptional coastal views can be expected. The 30 meter high contour path hugs the coastline, and ends in Dana Bay.
Transport will be arranged back to Mossel Bay from the end of the hike.
One can expect to see whales, dolphins, seals, and sometimes sharks from the trail.
The hike will be at a fairly leisurely pace, and most people that is relatively fit will finish it with ease.
Several different bird species will be observed, and even dassie, duiker, bush buck, and caracal have been seen along the way.
We will also walk past the historical Origin of man caves at Pinnacle Point. Access to the caves is restricted though.
GRADE: Moderate
COST: Free, tips welcome.
BRING: Binoculars recommended. Bring your own lunch, wear sturdy shoes and swimming costume. Dogs allowed on a leash.
EXTRA NOTES: Family friendly, swimming – includes beach walking or place to swim. Marine and coastal interest, rock pools.
DIRECTIONS: The hike will start from the parking lot at the cave at Mossel Bay Point. Coordinates: S 34° 11.170 E 022° 09.448
Drive down either Marsh street or Bland street in a Southernly direction. Bland street will meet up with Marsh street at the Point Village Hotel, at the Point. Drive around the Point, and you will see the parking on your left just after rounding the Point. https://goo.gl/maps/PY3NoriDyRC2 See Google maps below for directions on your phone.
BOOKINGS:
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Walk Leader
Theunis Schutte082 771 7807
Time
April 2(Friday) 7:30am - April 2(Friday) 1:30pm
Mossel Bay PointCar Park, Cave, Mossel Bay Point
Walk Details
Time to get creative in the wild! We will produce our own drawing utensils from nature. At the picnic site we start by making charcoal and then craft "brushes" out
Walk Details
Time to get creative in the wild! We will produce our own drawing utensils from nature. At the picnic site we start by making charcoal and then craft “brushes” out of items we collect along the walk. You don’t need to be an artist to enjoy the fun charcoal and ink sketching exercises planned on route where we get to test our new tools.
GRADE: Moderate
COST: Free – SANParks permit required. Allow enough time to get through the SANParks gate and to fill out a permit, a queue is to be expected
BRING: Please bring a sketchbook A3 or larger and/or paper plus a board to use as a backing. We sketch standing or sitting while holding the board or sketchbook in our hands.
EXTRA NOTES: Varying landscape with more challenging slopes. Steps to be expected. Suitable for keen walkers and anyone who is reasonably active. leisurely walking pace with lots of stops.
DIRECTIONS: See Google maps below for directions on your phone.
BOOKINGS:
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Walk Leader
Anja Wiehl083 660 7188
Time
April 2(Friday) 2:00pm - April 2(Friday) 5:00pm
Harkerville ViewpointHarkerville Viewpoint
Walk Details
The walk will start at the Transkaroo restaurant and cross the wooden bridge leading to the Island. This is an easy walk and fitness is not an issue. Bring a
Walk Details
The walk will start at the Transkaroo restaurant and cross the wooden bridge leading to the Island. This is an easy walk and fitness is not an issue. Bring a water bottle along, wear good walking shoes and bring your curiosity along as well!! Walk is led by well-known birder with wide knowledge about local birds. Come learn about our feathered folk.
GRADE: Easy
COST: Free
BRING: Bring a water bottle along, wear good walking shoes and bring your curiosity along as well!
EXTRA NOTES: Family Friendly, Binoculars recommended, Coastal Scenery
DIRECTIONS: Transkaroo restaurant, Groot Brak
BOOKINGS:
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Walk Leader
Austin Eybers082 496 5392
Time
April 2(Friday) 9:00am - April 2(Friday) 10:30am
Walk Details
Unique encounter with Nature, a walk on the beach discovering the fascinating Life in the Intertidal Zone. After a brief introductory talk, you will meander along the beach towards Gericke's
Walk Details
Unique encounter with Nature, a walk on the beach discovering the fascinating Life in the Intertidal Zone. After a brief introductory talk, you will meander along the beach towards Gericke’s Point, en route meeting some of the fascinating inhabitants of the sandy shore, the rocky shore and the rock pools. A distance of 3.4kms, duration 3-4 hours.
GRADE: Easy
COST: R150pp Professional Guide Fee.
BRING: Shoes you don’t mind getting wet.
EXTRA NOTES: Family Friendly, Toilets available, Coastal Scenery, Rock pools, Cultural Interest walk, heritage, culture, history, botany, etc. Mainly flat walking, on paths, on paths with good surfaces. No climbing, no (or few) steps.
DIRECTIONS: Swartvlei Beach, Sedgefield
BOOKINGS:
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Walk Leader
Judy Dixon072 390 6667
Time
April 2(Friday) 11:00am - April 2(Friday) 3:00pm
SedgefieldSwartvlei beach, Sedgefield
Walk Details
Experience the awe of standing at the Point of Human Origins during this 90 min guided cave visit! Visit world-renowned archaeological site with early evidence for modern human behaviour. Our tour is
Walk Details
Experience the awe of standing at the Point of Human Origins during this 90 min guided cave visit!
Visit world-renowned archaeological site with early evidence for modern human behaviour.
Our tour is a dual journey – one in space and time, and one within.
Our main goals are to create awareness of the original human design, to awaken the human spirit, and to inspire people to change the way they behave towards all life on our planet.
Scenic cave visit in the company of knowledgeable guide.
The only access to Cave is via a series of steep wooden stairways and boardwalks (some 200 stairs in each direction). The climb back up can be taxing unless you’re mildly fit.
GRADE: Moderate
COST: Free, tips or donations welcome.
BRING: Wear sturdy shoes.
EXTRA NOTES: Moderate – Varying landscape with more challenging slopes. Steps to be expected. Suitable for keen walkers and anyone who is reasonably active. Family Friendly, Restaurant or Tea Garden on Route, Coastal Scenery, Cultural and Historic Interest.
DIRECTIONS: Our Point of Human Origins Tours begin at the golf clubhouse of the Pinnacle Point Beach & Golf Estate http://www.humanorigin.co.za/maps/find-us/
BOOKINGS:
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Walk Leader
Yuli Nilssen079 640 0004
Time
April 2(Friday) 3:30pm - April 2(Friday) 5:00pm
Pinnacle Point Beach & Golf Estate194 Mossel Street, D`Almeida, Mossel Bay, 6506
Walk Details
This is one of a kind. An underwater walk. Snorkeling along the rocks on Santos Beach, Mossel Bay. We can hire out snorkelling gear from our dive shop at a
Walk Details
This is one of a kind. An underwater walk. Snorkeling along the rocks on Santos Beach, Mossel Bay. We can hire out snorkelling gear from our dive shop at a cost of R150 per set. Patrons are welcome to bring their own. They will need a mask and snorkel and fins. A weight belt is also recommended and some people may want to hire a wetsuit. The cost of the last two items which are optional is R150 extra.
GRADE: Easy
COST: Free (gear available for hire) – please bring cash on the day to pay your walk leader.
BRING: A mask and snorkel, fins and a weight belt or hire these from us.
EXTRA NOTES: Mainly flat walking, on paths with good surfaces. No climbing, no (or few) steps.
DIRECTIONS: Santos Beach at the Pavilion restaurant, Mossel Bay
BOOKINGS:
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Walk Leader
Fiona Ayerst082 604 5893
Time
April 2(Friday) 3:00pm - April 2(Friday) 4:00pm