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TABLE MOUNTAIN: CONSTANTIA CORNER TRAIL |
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The trail starts at Constantia Nek and ascends Constantia Corner, the ridge that separates Orange Kloof from Cecilia Forest. There are a number of easy rock scrambles on the way up. The path passes the beacon on the highest point, the summit of the Bel Ombre. Fascinating landmarks, such as the 'cliff gap', the 'double overhang' and Camel Rock, are encountered before descending Klaassenskop on the way to the De Villiers Reservoir. The trail then descends Clayton's Road and the Bridal Path and ends back at Constantia Nek. Grade: Moderate Duration: The duration of the trail is dependent on the group and the number of stops to enjoy the environment. Set at least five hours aside. Directions to meeting point: Details with booking. See Map |
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CAPE POINT: SHIPWRECK AND SIRKELSVLEI TRAIL |
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The trail starts at Olifantsbos Bay and follows the coast passing the wrecks of the Thomas T Tucker and the Nolloth. The route then heads inland and traverses through splendid tracts of fynbos to reach Sirkelsvlei. Koggelman Arch and Window Rocks are landmarks encountered on the return leg to Olifantsbos Bay. Grade: Easy Duration: The duration of the trail is dependent on the group and the number of stops to enjoy the environment. Set at least five hours aside. Directions to meeting point: Details with booking. See Map |
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HOUT BAY: MANGANESE MINE AND BLACKBURN RAVINE TRAIL |
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The trail starts just after the Hout Bay Toll Gate on Chapman's Peak Drive and ascends to the Manganese Mine. After exploring the mine the route ascends to a contour path that traverses to Blackburn Ravine. This path is dramatic and offers stunning views of Hout Bay. The route back includes a short river scramble in Blackburn Ravine. Grade: Easy Duration: The duration of the trail is dependent on the group and the number of stops to enjoy the environment. Set at least five hours aside. Directions to meeting point: Details with booking. See Map |
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The normal postcard image of
Table Mountain is that of a flat-topped colossus towering
above the city bowl. Exploring on foot gives this icon a
whole new perspective. Many trails traverse its length
and breadth. The Constantia Corner Trail is a very
special route that offers magnificent views, stunning
sandstone formations and a fascinating snippet of Cape
Town's history.
Established in 1939, the Cape of
Good Hope Nature Reserve encompasses the southern reaches
of the Table Mountain National Park. The vast majority of
the thousands of tourists that visit the reserve
annually, miss the essence of this magnificent expanse of
unspoiled beauty. The Shipwreck and Sirkelsvlei Trail
visits the graves of two of the many ships that have
fallen foul to this untamed place. Remarkable sandstone
formations, a mysterious lake and an incredible solitude
complete this exceptional route.
Hout Bay, guarded by Chapman's
Peak and the Sentinel, must be one of the most majestic
photographic spectacles in the world. Named after the
forests that used to cover its slopes, this picturesque
bay has many trail options. Coupled with a fascinating
visit to an old abandoned mine, the Manganese Mine and
Blackburn Ravine Trail offers vistas that have to be seen
to be believed.