Sunday, the 1st of May 2011 - Intuition Walk – Rhodes Memorial Via Contour Path - Cape Town South Africa
It was a leisurely walk from Rhodes Memorial, along through the forest towards Groote Schuur Estate(1664), and then along up to the Contour Path. From here we followed the contour path towards Kirstenbosch. We then returned via Newslands Forrest and after the walk stopped for afternoon tea and cake at the Rhodes Memorial Restaurant -. The spectacular views and great soulful company were as always especially enjoyable. ... See full listing of pictures from the last organized walk (you dont have to have a face book account to view these pictures) - http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10150190886465969.304648.661620968&l=e4964da082
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Sunday, the 10th of April 2011 - Intuition Walk – Cape Point walk via Vasco Da Gama Peak - South Africa
It was day walk in Cape Point Nature Reserve South Africa. Starting from the Two Oceans Restaurant via Vasco Da Gama Peak on the False Bay side, offering a 360 Degree view of Cape Point and the Lighthouse. The route then headed in the direction towards the main entrance at Cape Point and then head down towards Platboom Bay on the Atlantic Ocean side. From here the route went back along the coast past Dias Beach and back to the restaurant for late afternoon tea. This route certainly offered some spectacular coastal views, not to mention viewing of various wildlife and game viewing along the. Of the Three varied walks done in the past year in Cape Point, most of agreed that this was the best so far, with its contrasting spectacular views. -. The spectacular views and great soulful company were as always especially enjoyable. ... See full listing of pictures from the last organized walk (you dont have to have a face book account to view these pictures) - http://www.facebook.com/media/set/fbx/?set=a.10150173288970969.290238.661620968&l=fc69efd009
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Sunday, the 3rd of April 2011 - Intuition Walk - Newlands Forest - Cape Town - South Africa
It was It was a leisurely walk from Newlands Forest towards Kirstenbosch for a lunch and back. - http://www.intuitionwalks.com/sundayswalk.html / See full listing of pictures from the last organized walk ( you dont have to have a face book account to view these pictures) - http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=288493&id=661620968&l=efd860e0df
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Sunday, the 22nd of May 2011 - Intuition Walk – Contour Path Table Mountain Walk - Cape Town South Africa
It was a leisurely walk from the start at the meeting point on Tafelberg Road (the Road where the lower Cable car is located), at the start of the Saddle Path Walk. From our start point, we took a fairly easy upward zigzagging walk to the Lower Contour Path, which runs parallel directly above Tafelberg Road. The route then took us on a level path past the Silver Stream waterfall, which flows in winter. We then walked on to the Fire outlook, which has spectacular views of Kloof Nek and Camps Bay. As we took in the breath taking views we enjoy a lunch break there. We then followed the same route back, way with alternative views of Devils Peak and Table Mountain - The spectacular views and great soulful company were as always especially enjoyable. ... See full listing of pictures from the last organized walk (you dont have to have a face book account to view these pictures) - http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10150207664890969.309117.661620968&l=59fbc01284
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Sunday, the 29th of May 2011 - Intuition Walk – Lion’s Head Walk - Cape Town- Cape Town South Africa
It was a leisurely walk up Lion's Head, offering breathtaking 360 degree views of Cape Town. The route started at the entrance of the Lions Head walk on Signal Hill Road. From here we walked along to the Cannons and Kramat located on Signal Hill. We then walked up Lion’s Head stopping for tea in a cave over looking Signal Hill and Seapoint. The route then followed the easier route bypassing the chains en route to the top, where we had our lunch break and take in the views. From here we headed back toward the parking area at start of the Lions Head walk on Signal Hill Road.- The spectacular views and great soulful company were as always especially enjoyable. ... See full listing of pictures from the last organized walk (you dont have to have a face book account to view these pictures) - http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10150213451215969.310928.661620968&l=006f0c3baf
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Sunday, the 12th of June 2011 - Intuition Walk – Table Mountains "BIG Five" Dam circular Walk - Cape Town
It was a walk that I call Table Mountains "BIG Five" Dam circular walk from Cecilia Plantation, visiting the Water Works Museum next to the Hely-Hutchinson (1904) dam and then returning down via Spillhaus Ravine with spectacular views over Kirstenbosch, as we head back to the starting point.
This walk started from Cecilia Plantation and gradually wound up Spillhaus Ravine, which overlooks Kirstenbosch till we got to the Jeep Track and passed the De Villiers dam (1907), with views over Hout Bay. The path then took us off to the left, past the Alexandra (1903) and Victoria reservoirs (1896). The gravel road then arrived at the Woodhead reservoir. Some impressive views where offered as one looks down into the Disa Gorge. To the right with the Disa Gorge on our left, the Woodhead (1897) and Hely-Hutchinson (1904) dams can be seen. We then visited the Water Works Museum, which holds a narrow-gauge railway engine and is a rare find of a museum, capturing the essence of life in Cape Town over 100 years ago. [Unfortunately it was closed] Our return route followed the Smuts Track on route back and down Spillhaus Ravine back to the starting point. The spectacular views and great soulful company were as always especially enjoyable. ... See full listing of pictures from the last organized walk (you dont have to have a face book account to view these pictures) -
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Sunday, the 10th of July 2011 - Intuition Walk – Elephants Eye & Constantiaberg Walk - Cape Town
Our last Intuition Walk was on Sunday, the 10th of July 2011 - It was a circular route from the Silvermine Reservoir and up to Elephants Eyes Cave and then up to Constantiaberg, offering a 360 degree views, Hout Bay, Noord Hoek, Muizenberg. This has to be one of my favorites. The views on top where awesome ;-)
Elephants Eyes Cave, is the lofty, gaping hole that forms this open cave is aptly named Elephants Eye. It can be seen from the M3 when you look towards Constantiaberg. From this vantage point, an impressive view is offered of the Tokai Forests. We then return to Silvermine Reservoir via Steenberg Ridge, exploring some of this area. Did you know that the name Silvermine is a complete misnomer: although shafts were sunk in the area between 1675 & 1685, not one ounce of silver was ever discovered. The spectacular views and great soulful company were as always especially enjoyable. ... See full listing of pictures from the last organized walk (you dont have to have a face book account to view these pictures) -
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Sunday, the 31st of July 2011 - Intuition Walk – Vlakkenberg Circular Route Constantia Cape Town
It was a circular route around the top of Vlakkenberg walking past Vlakkenberg Peak, walking up Vlakkenberg Ridge from the parking area located at the end of Price Drive, located next to Groot Constantia Vineyards. This walk will offered spectacular views over Hout Bay, Tokai Forest, Table Mountain, not to mention some amazing views towards Groot Constantia and Klein Constantia Vineyards.
One of the High points of the walk, was walking through the dense Silver Tree Forest and on the way up a lot of the Indigenous trees have also been labeled.
Highly Recommended – This does not appear on the regular hiking maps
Between Vlakkenberg on the Price Drive side and Groot Constantia farm, lies a kloof with a small little known indigenous forest. Many old oak trees dominate the canopy, suggesting that the area was previously part of Groot Constantia farm. The forest was not affected by the fires in 2000 and contains many little streams and indigenous trees. A dedicated team of local volunteers keep this area free of alien vegetation.
The forest lends itself for a nice pleasant shady (up to 1 hour) walk in summer, so when planning a walk up Vlakkenberg from Price Drive a return via the forest compliments your hike by walking in a very different environment. Try it out and you will be pleasantly surprised! The spectacular views and great soulful company were as always especially enjoyable. ... See full listing of pictures from the last organized walk (you dont have to have a face book account to view these pictures) -
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Sunday, the 14th of August 2011 - Intuition Walk – Silvermine River Valley Cape Town
It was a circular route from the Sunbird Environmental Centre (Silvermine Nature Reserve), which is located just at the bottom of Ou Kaapse Weg on the Sun Valley side. From the Sunbird Environmental Centre we will walked up Silvermine River Valley and down to Silvermine Waterfall, which only flows in Winter. This was our tea spot as we admired splendeur of the of the waterfall.
We then walked via Minetes Grove and then headed along to the Amphitheatre and stop for lunch From here we headed back to the Sunbird Environmental Centre. The spectacular views and great soulful company were as always especially enjoyable. ... See full listing of pictures from the last organized walk (you dont have to have a face book account to view these pictures) -
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Sunday, the 28th of August 2011 - Intuition Walk – Kleinplaas Dam Trail Red Hill Cape Town
It was a circular route on the Klleinplaas Dam Trail, with the starting point being located near Red Hill, above Simons Town. From the signpost off the main road, the trail lead directly away from the road and headed in the direction of the opposite coast. This walk offered a variety flowers in bloom, a sign that spring time is here. The Kleinplaas Dam offered interesting views of unusual rock formations. We stopped at the Lewis Gay dam for our lunch.
We then walked back via the Kleinplaas Dam back to the starting. Lots of interesting Rock ART was on view for the imagination. The spectacular views and great soulful company were as always especially enjoyable. The spectacular views and great soulful company were as always especially enjoyable. ... See full listing of pictures from the last organized walk (you dont have to have a face book account to view these pictures) -
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Sunday, the 11th of September 2011 - Intuition Walk – Spring Flower Walk - West Coast National Park
It was a walk in the West Coast National Park, to view the Spring Flowers, including drive and hike around the West Coast National Park. We viewed wildlife, great seascapes, out of this world flower vistas and the beautiful Langebaan Lagoon.
I think a high for all of us was the flower display in its entire splendor along the Bakoor Trail. We did not see any foxes, but we did see tortoises, eland and an impressive dung beetle. The BAKOOR TRAIL - 4.6km", this is a short walk from the Langebaan gate to Seeberg view point. A easy and highly recommended walk as you need to get up close to the flowers to really appreciate them, driving past them in your car.. is just not the same. From the Bird Hides, we did not see the full variety of birds on offer, but we did see quite a few flamingoes having an afternoon nap. On the way back we stopped at the Geelbek restaurant to for tea and delicious cake ;-)
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Sunday, the 25th of September 2011 - Intuition Walk – Rondevlei Nature Reserve – Hippo Sanctuary Cape Town
It was a visit to Rondevlei Nature Reserve – Home of our local Hippos Cape Town. A day out for the whole family and the kids will love it too ;-) An education for all in the heart of the of cape Town. With 40 people joining, what a wonderful day it was ;-) It is still one of Cape Town’s best keep secrets!! Our group was almost the group of people there for most of the morning and early afternoon.
If you have not yet been, I Highly recommend this as a great picnic venue. Seeing the Porcupine up close was certainly a treat ;-) We did not get to see the hippos. There are 9 hippos in the reserve, but we did see a lot of bird and other wild animals. Rondevlei is situated in Zeekoevlei Cape Town. The entrace is located on the corner of Perth Road and Fishermans Walk, Grassy Park.
One of the first thing you notice is the silence and tranquility, considering that the nature reserve is so close to a built up area. This was a place I definitely wanted to return to explore. There are 6 bird hides on route and on the way. I recommend stopping for lunch at the picnic area. ** Suggested Time at Destination: 3 hours min
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Sunday, the 9th of October 2011 - Intuition Walk – Helderberg Nature Reserve – Somerset West
It was the Waterfall Trail - The Helderberg Nature Reserve, that is situated in Somerset West on the slopes of the beautiful Helderberg Mountain overlooking False Bay. We had lunch in the gorge at the spring, where the waterfall would normally flow after rain in the area. After the walk we stopped coffee, tea and cake in the restaurant.
There is a lot to offer at the Helderberg Nature Reserve - http://www.helderbergnaturereserve.co.za/ - Ideal for the whole family, offering short walks, picnics and fun for children.
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Sunday, the 23rd of October 2011 - Intuition Walk – Jonkersdam Trail – Sun Valley Cape Town
It was the Jonkersdam Trail towards, via the Solole Game Reserve, offering some amazing views over Noordhoek Beach and towards Scarborough. The beacon at Rooikrans was also our lunch spot. The route offered some amazing views of rock formations, not to mention wide variety of flowers in bloom.
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Sunday, the 4th of December 2011 - Intuition Walk – Elands River Trail - Du Toitskloof - The valley and river trail is 70m to the right of Du Toitskloof Tunnel South Africa
It was a full day walk on the Elands River Trail - Du Toitskloof. The trail started in Du Toitskloof, immediately to the right after the Worcester exit of the Huguenot Tunnel. From the parking area, the trail headed back towards the tunnel and, beneath the two bridges, a sign indicated the direction of the Elands River Trail. After about 30min we came to our first swim break and tea break. It was amazing how close we were to the N1, but you could not hear any traffic at all, just the sounds of nature….
From here the trail headed up the side away from the river. What was most noticeable was the huge variety of flowers and impressive valley views. The trail continued onto Fisherman's Cave, which was also second swimming pool stop and also the place that we had lunch. Such a beautiful place, that we could have stayed a lot longer there. On the way back we stopped for a welcome cool down swim, at the river swimming spot where we stopped for tea in the morning. This is a trail that I will definitely do again.
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Sunday, the 15th of January 2012 - Intuition Walk – Tokai Forest - Tokai Cape Town South Africa
It was in Tokai Forest. The route was a circular route starting out at the Tokai Arboretum and then heading towards Constantia. This route offered some spectacular views over the wine farms of Buitenverwachting, Klein Constantia and Groot Constantia. The shade of the forest was welcome, which made for a pleasant walk. The spectacular views and great soulful company were as always especially enjoyable.
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Monday, the 9th of January 2012 - Intuition Walk – Sunset / Full Moon Walk – Lions Head Cape Town
It was a walk half way up Lions head to watch the Sunset and the Moon Rise. The route was originally planned for the Kloof Nek Corner, but was change due the wind. The walk ended up being a windless evening, offering some spectacular views over Camps Bay and toward Green point and Signal Hill. Our dinner break was enjoyed while watching the first full moon of 2012 rise. The spectacular views and great soulful company were as always especially enjoyable.
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Sunday, the 22nd of February 2012 - Intuition Walk – Intaka Island Bird Sanctuary - Century City South Africa
It was a relaxed Bird Walk at the Intaka Island Bird Sanctuary - Century City - Intaka Island - http://www.intaka.co.za/ - After the walk did the boat trip around the wetland and into the Heart of Century City. Intaka Island is a 16 hectare bird sanctuary in the heart of Century City (near Canal Walk) and is home to 120 species of birds (70 are seen regularly) and 177 species of indigenous plants. Most of the birds are (predictably) waterbirds. There is a 2km self-guided walk around the area from which visitors can view sanctuary at their own pace. There are 9 educational stations along the trail offering more information on what you are seeing. Cost R10.p/p entrance fee only. This is quite impressive considering it is quite close to the Century City. This is another one of those Nature Jewels in the heart of Cape Town, that is definitely worth visiting. Suitable for all levels of fitness.
