All hikers (members as well as visitors)
The club welcomes visitors to join any of our hikes. We request that you make contact with the leader who will advise you on the suitability of the hike based on your fitness level. Visitors to any of our hikes are asked to offer a nominal donation to the club. Currently the amount asked is R50 per visitor.
Unless you are a holder of a valid Wild Card or a My Green Card, you have to pay Conservation Fees (“Entrance Fees”) at the entrance gates.
Wild Card Membership gives you one year’s unlimited entry to 80+ National Parks, Reserves and Resorts around Southern Africa, depending on the membership cluster and category that you choose.
The TMNP My Green Card is available exclusively to South African residents of Cape Town, costs R200 and provides the holder with 12 free entries into any of the Table Mountain National Park’s pay points: Cape of Good Hope (Cape Point); Boulders Penguin Colony, Oudekraal and Silvermine, as well as to the braai and picnic areas at Tokai, Newlands and Perdekloof.
https://www.sanparks.org/parks/table-mountain/cards-permits/my-green-card
| Conservation Fees per person – adult rates Debit/Credit cards accepted | 01/11/2025 – 31/10/2026 |
|---|---|
| Standard Fee | R515 |
| SADC Nationals (with Passport) | R225 |
| South African Citizens and Permanent Residents (with ID*) | R110 |
| Conservation Fees per person – adult rates Cash only. No cards accepted | 01/11/2025 – 31/10/2026 |
|---|---|
| Standard Fee | R200 |
| SADC Nationals (with Passport) | R90 |
| South African Citizens and Permanent Residents (with ID*) | R44 |
* South African Citizens/Permanent Residents must provide proof of South African ID, South African Drivers Licence, or South African Passport on arrival. This proof is accepted in original, electronic or certified paper copy.
Which means that unless you can show/prove that you are a South African Citizen or reside in South Africa permanently, YOU HAVE TO PAY THE FULL PRICE!
NB: The entrance gates are a cash-free environment, and they only accept payments via debit and credit cards.
Dogs are generally permitted in TMNP, for exceptions see the interactive guide to “Walking your Dog in the Park”:
When hiking in the TMNP, Peninsula Ramblers allows dogs on certain hikes “with TMNP Activity Permit only”. Currently the cost is R380 p.a.
See: https://www.sanparks.org/parks/table-mountain/cards-permits/my-activity-permi
To apply: https://www.sanparks.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/myactivity_permit_form.pdf
Buffels Bay parking in Cape Point Reserve
Starting at Buffels Bay we walk along the coast to Venus Pools and back. Expect sand, rocks, pools. Bring swimming costume, towel and water shoes (optional) if you would like a swim. Bring a snack and coffee/tea and water. For costs to enter Cape Point Nature Reserve, part of Table Mountain National Park, please consult page 2 of this newsletter. No dogs allowed in the reserve.
Hike Leader
082 413 5414
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Kloof Corner parking/ coffee kiosk
Circular hike, up via India Venster and descend via Kasteelspoort, along pipe track back to the start.
Hike Leader
076 089 7964
Parking opposite the train station on Simonstown Main Rd
Go up the Washerwoman’s Trail, cross over to Kleinplaas. We will make our way to the Kleinplaas Dam, maybe around (?) and back along the Hoerikwaggo Trail. Crossing over to the Navy base, we will walk to Just Nuisance’s Grave and descend the steps back to the cars.
Hike Leader
074 462 3496
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Silvermine Gate 1 – Dam parking area
A classic hike up to the Elephant’s Eye Cave. Not too difficult except for the last stretch up to the cave which is a little bit scrambly in places. Please bring some coffee/tea and snacks. If the weather is nice, those who are keen can stop for a swim at the dam afterwards. Well behaved dogs are welcome with a Table Mountain permit, as long as they are kept on a lead. There is an entrance fee at the gate – please bring cash (no card payments) or your Wild Card/Table Mountain card and SA ID.
Hike Leader
082 413 5414
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Main entrance to Klaasenbosch Greenbelt Trail, 7 Hohenhort Ave, Constantia. Parking for about 4 cars at entrance, and space for more a few metres further, on the other side of the road
An easy walk through beautiful natural forest with lots of streams for dogs to plunge into. We walk along the Klaasenbosch trail, cross the road and continue to the Rycroft Gate at Kirstenbosch, then turn and follow the samish route back.
Hike Leader
083 450 9094
Parking lot 1st left as you enter the gate (pay gate)
We will head up to Spitskop, descend into San Michelle and cross over to Silvermine 2, Sunbird Centre (Silvermine 2) and back up the path to gate 2. Cross the road back over to Silvermine 1.
Hike Leader
074 462 3496
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The large sandy parking area on the left shortly after turning off Main Road towards Clovelly at traffic lights (Clovelly Road).
We will walk along the wetlands path and then up through Clovelly to ascend Trappieskop and continue to Breakfast Rock overlooking Kalk Bay.
Hike Leader
083 765 2307
Steenbras Nature Reserve on the R44 just after the Steenbras bridge, about 5km after Gordon´s Bay
The beautiful Crystal Pool Hiking Trail takes us along the Steenbras River, along a number of rock pools, up to family pool and crystal pools. Bring your swimming gear. Return via circular route. Permit hike, max 15 people. Conservation fee plus hiking trail fee – final cost tbc approx. R 105/pp. Heavy rain cancels.
Hike Leader
082 082 0482
Car park to the left of the pay kiosk
Easy start along the River Walk to the dam. Onwards along the Amphitheatre Path to the Hout Bay view point for a break. Return via the Skyline path to Noordhoek Peak. Homeward via Steenberg Plateau to the car park.
Hike Leader
076 089 7964
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Silvermine 2 car park
Meet at the car park, then up Wolfkop, along to Fat Lady, then Marine’s camp, up to Abdullam’s, over the peak, back via the cracks. Rain cancels.
Hike Leader
083 294 5845
(WhatsApp messages preferred)
