Trail Details

Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve

Cape Town – Far South Peninsula

Local transport options: Far from regular transport hub – Transport arranged by hike leader, included in cost; alternative self-drive or e-hailing service.

Option 1: Approximately 3 hours – circular route from Gifkommetjie – full circuit.

Option 2: Approximately 2 hours – circular route from Gifkommetjie – shorter circuit

Start: Gifkommetjie view point parking – GPS 34˚31’70.08 S / 18˚42’02.86 E

Finish: As above

Option 1: Approximately 5 km. 3 hours

Option 2: Approximately 3 km. 2 hours

Based on a grading of Easy – Moderate – Strenuous

Easy. Ridge path rocky and uneven underfoot; coastal section predominantly sandy with rocky coastal sections and short steep sections at the end of both routes.

A reasonable degree of hiking fitness required and ability to cope uneven surface and soft sand.

On path, route follows a ridge overlooking the coast with uneven mountain path descending to coast with sandy underfoot path with rocky sections. Short, steep sandy ascent back to the parking area on both routes. The longer route remains on the coast for a longer time. No technical exposure or scrambling

Good grip footwear important.

Bring your own snacks & water. Lunch packs provided by arrangement. Fully operational restaurant and take away outlet for coffee / light meals at Cape Point.

The trail is guided by a fully trained, accredited mountain guide. Transport from hikers accommodation needs to be arranged. In addition to hike it is usual for clients to visit the well know site of the Cape Point Lighthouse and Cape of Good Hope. Both of these sites are away from the location of the hike, although can be reached by foot with longer time allocation.

Views over the Atlantic Coast of the Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve and Cape Point. Abundance of diverse flora, rock formations and scenic coast.

Visit to the Cape Point Lighthouse and the Cape of Good Hope – usually included in the cost of a full day tour.

The core of the ‘fynbos’ biome and part of the Cape Floristic Region World Heritage Site. Mostly nocturnal and shy small animals, occasional small antelope and rock hyrax. Lizards and agamas with a scattering of birdlife.

Cape Town and Table Mountain are located in a Mediterranean climate with winter rainfall. Summer can be hot (up to 35 degrees). Spring and Autumn are moderate and the best hiking season although good winter days can be quite warm and summer temperatures are seldom high for long periods. Hiking is possible all year round.

Spring and Autumn are moderate and the best hiking season although good winter days can be quite warm and summer temperatures are seldom high for long periods. Hiking is possible all year round.

1 to 8 hikers per guide

From R225 per person for 2 hikers, inclusive of full day touring and hike, including entry fees to Cape Of Good Hope. Lunch packs but arrangement. Rates lower for larger groups

Price review date: 1 November annually

Note: While we endeavor to keep prices up to date, they are an indication only subject to variation without notice. Prices must be confirmed with the service provider

Registered, experienced Mountain Guide, Cape of Good Hope entry

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