Leaders MUST be contacted before hikes, especially during winter. Hikes may be cancelled due to weather and leaders need to know who to contact if there are cancellations. Two things stand out when we hike these days:
We urge our hikers to continue complying with the guidelines and, in particular, to wear some form of face mask for as much of the time as possible. Recognising that one does feel the need to remove the mask from time to time, particularly during the more challenging sections of a hike, we offer the following thoughts:
The times indicated in the hiking program are the times that the hikes start/leave from the meeting place. Please be at the meeting point at least 5 minutes before the starting time to allow for enough time to sign in etc. The leader may choose to wait 5 minutes for late comers, but more than this is not fair to the hikers that did arrive on time.
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. Generally, the Saturday Hikes are easier and suited to beginners, whilst Sunday hikes are more strenuous. Visitors to any of our hikes are asked to offer a nominal donation to the club. Currently the amount asked is R50 per visitor.
The Toad, Lakeside
Walk up Boyes Drive to ascend Steenberg Buttress. Winding our way up and around, scrambling and some exposure involved. Break at Adullams Cave. Descend to Boyes Drive and walk back to the Toad.
Hike Leader
074 462 3496
WhatsApp messages preferred
Parking on the left immediately after the entrance gate
We start at the lower parking, head up parallel to the Silvermine River, then turn left up towards Baboon Hill and around to the main dam. Back along the largely shaded river, total 5.5km. A pleasant hike to recover from the previous day’s strenuous hike.
Hike Leader
084 370 8855
York Drive, Parking Area next to Striped Horse, close to Muizenberg Train Station
Starting in Muizenberg, a short stretch up to Boyes Drive, then up Bailey´s Kloof towards Muizenberg Cave. Tea break and exploring this fascinating cave (bring a torch!). From there we will hike down Farmer Peck´s Valley and back to our cars. Heavy rain cancels.
Hike Leader
082 082 0482
Parking area outside Ruyterplaats Estate (Victoria Access Rd, Hout Bay)
We start close to the estate entrance, go along the fence to a path that traverses across the base of the mountain, then after 3km we climb steeply up Myburgh Ravine, a short deviation for those who want, up to Judas Peak, then down Llandudno Ravine (somewhat difficult with staples in the rocks), Hout Bay Corner and back to our cars. 9km.
Hike Leader
084 370 8855
Sandy parking lot on the left of Clovelly Road, shortly after the traffic lights
Walk through the Silvermine Wetlands, up the Trappies to the beacon and beyond to Breakfast Rock overlooking Kalk Bay.
Hike Leader
083 765 2307
Silvermine East Parking Lot (Gate 2)
I have some ideas! Love this area and will organise an interesting hike to perhaps as far as St James Peak. Circular route.
Hike Leader
084 370 8855
Peddlars on the Bend, Spaanschemat River Rd
Starting at Peddlars, we walk up to the Silverhurst Trail, then back for sundowners or supper at Peddlers.
Hike Leader
083 450 9094
Monkey Valley Parking lot
Car shuttling required. Ascend Noordhoek side up to Chapman’s Peak and down to the Chapman’s Peak turnaround point.
Hike Leader
074 462 3496
WhatsApp messages preferred
Chapman’s Peak turnaround point
Up Chapman’s to first plateau, along contour, up Blackburn to Hout Bay look out. Great views., over 3 peaks including Noordhoek. Down slope to Chapman’s saddle, down to cars. Awesome views and hike.
Hike Leader
083 294 5845
(WhatsApp messages preferred)
Parking just after the Huguenot tunnel exit
We start at the parking lot, and up the Elands River to a stunning waterfall right at the end in a gorge. Swimming possible, so bring your costume and wetsuit:)…. very cold. An in and out route. Previously 10.4km, 5hrs 50. Permits R50 per person and limited, so pls let me know by end December as to whether you are keen!
Hike Leader
084 370 8855
Constantia Nek Parking Area
Orange Kloof, Disa Gorge (Note, this is a completely different hike to the one originally advertised)
Hike Leader
082 082 0482
Cape of Good Hope Nature reserve. We will drive 800m to the start of the hike and then shuttle with cars to Bordjiesrif at the end of the hike, where we will leave the other half of the cars
We start about 800m from the main gate, then hike about 5.5km along the False Bay coastline until a parking area called Booi se Skerm. En route we will pass five peaks, including Judas Peak, die Boer, and Paulsberg. Break at Paulsberg, breathtaking scenery. Only strenuous due to the ascent of Paulsberg. There is an option to wait at Kanonkop and skip ascent to Paulsberg. Total distance is 7.5km and ascent of about 415m. This is a 2B hike. Heavy rain cancels.
Hike Leader
082 082 0482
1st parking lot on your left as you enter Gate 1
We’ll head up to Spitskop, descend and walk across to Sunbird Centre and back up to Gate 2.
Hike Leader
074 462 3496
WhatsApp messages preferred
The Peninsula Ramblers Hiking Club is based in Cape Town, South Africa. The Club is run by volunteers and would not exist without the support and participation of its members. Our aim is simple: to get out into the fresh air and beauty of our magnificent Cape Mountains – and beyond – as often as possible, while at the same time doing whatever we can to help protect the pristine areas we visit.
Contact: Glenda Doller
078 292 2477
info@ramblers.org.za
Chairperson: Lyn Barker-Veary
082 4141 744
committee@ramblers.org.za
Secretary: Max Brock
082 938 4442
membership@ramblers.org.za
Treasurer: Tony Serafin
072 701 5499
treasurer@ramblers.org.za
