*** 4 Day Long Weekend away. 6th - 9th August 2010 - Kogelberg Nature Reserve, situated some 90 km south - east of Cape Town and near the coastal town of Kleinmond is about 8 km south-east of the reserve. Self-catering accommodation. All levels of fitness. Activities, included a short Day Walk along the Palmiet River, where we had lunch at a spot called the "beach". Some even braved the cold river water. Other activities included: Yoga Group Session offer by Estralita Gunther, a discussion on Sacred spaces by Julian Gordon, a movie evening, star gazing, thought provoking discussions and leisure time to relax and connect within.. The weather was great, enabling us to enjoy the wonders of nature, scenic landscapes, spectacular flowers. Of note we saw a duiker and for those lucky few saw a Spotted Ganet which is normally only seen at night.
*** 1 Day Hike. 25th April 2010in the Cape Point Nature Reserve.It was a walk from Olifantsbos parking area in Cape Point and along the Shipwreck trail on the coast to the remains of the Thomas. T. Tucker. Wrecked in (1942). This part of the route offered some impressive sea views, with over ten ship wrecks located here. “Well not all visible” Beyond the wreck the route followed the coast to the wreck of the Nolloth, (1964). Here the path turned inland until it joined the Sirkelvlei path. From here the route leads onto Sirkelsvlei. This was also our lunch spot. From Sirkelsvlei the route lead back to the parking area at Olifantsbos. Most levels of fitness.
*** 1 Day Hike. 6th December 2009to the Famous Crystal Poolson the Steenbras River Trail, just past Gordon's Bay. This is one of the Western Cape's lesser known trails. Most levels of fitness.
*** 3 Day Long Weekend away. 20 - 22 November 2009 - Good Hope Farm, situated near Riversondereind mountains - Near Robertson. Self-catering accommodation. All levels of fitness.
*** 1 Day Hike. 6th September 2009 - Day trail in the West Coast National Park. Steenbok 1 x day flower & wildlife trail. This section of the National Park is only open in flower season - August and September, with the largest concentration of mammals being found here in the Postberg part of the Reserve. All levels of fitness.
*** 3 Day Long Weekend away. 14-16 Aug 2009 -Kogelberg Nature Reserve, situated some 90 km south - east of Cape Town and near the coastal town of Kleinmond is about 8 km south-east of the reserve. Self-catering accommodation. All levels of fitness.
*** 3 Day Long Weekend away.28 Nov - 30th Nov 2008 - Sanddrif Holiday Resort - Central Cederberg, near Clanwilliam. THE CEDERBERG CONSERVANCY. This vast wilderness area, covering almost 172 000 ha. Some of the many highlights were the following: Swimming at Maalgat; visiting Maltese Cross; the sacred Stadsaal Caves & Bushman Paintings and the Cederberg Observatory for Star Gazing - http://www.cederbergobs.org.za Self-catering accommodation. All levels of fitness.
*** 3 Day Long Weekend away.29 - 31 August 2008 - Kogelberg Nature Reserve, situated some 90 km south - east of Cape Town and near the coastal town of Kleinmond is about 8 km south-east of the reserve. Self-catering accommodation. All levels of fitness.
*** 3 Day Long Weekend away.14 - 16 June 2008- De Hoop Nature Reserve, situated at the start of the famous WHALE TRAIL, 60km east of Bredasdorp / Region: Overberg and 260km from Cape Town. Self-catering accommodation. All levels of fitness.
*** 4 Day Long Weekend away.1 - 4 May 2008 - Salmonsdam Nature Reserve, near Stanford. Self-catering accommodation. All levels of fitness.
*** 1 Day Hike. 16th March 2008- Jonkershoek Nature Reserveand up to the Tweede Waterval.. All levels of fitness.
*** 1 Day Hike. 2nd December 2007to the Famous Crystal Poolson the Steenbras River Trail, just past Gordon's Bay. This is one of the Western Cape's lesser known trails. All levels of fitness.
*** 3 Day Long Weekend away.12 - 14 January 2007 - Slanghoek Mountain Resort near Worcester. The trip included canoeing, swimming, hiking (two short day-walks plus an evening stargazing walk!)Self-catering accommodation. All levels of fitness.
*** 5 Day Hike. 13 July - 17 July 2006 - Fish River Canyon- 5 day Hiking in the Fish River Canyon - Namibia. (86 km)
*** 3 Day Hike.29 April - 1 May 2006 - Groot Winterhoek Wilderness. Hiking in the Groot Winterhoek Wilderness area 3 Day/ 2 Night Hike (51 km)
*** 2 Day Hike. 4/5/ March 2006 - Kogelberg Nature Reserve, situated some 90 km south - east of Cape Town and the coastal town of Kleinmond is about 8 km south-east of the reserve. Self-catering accommodation. All levels of fitness.
*** 3 Day Hike.6/7/8 January 2005 - Hottentots Holland Nature Reserve. Hiking in the Hottentots Holland Nature Reserve 3 Day/ 2Night Hike (41 km)
As a reminder.
It is always best to be pro-active with regards to safety. If possible only walk in organized groups. One of my main priorities is safety and in the three years of organizing these walks, we have not had any such unpleasant experiences. We are determined not to be put off from exploring the wonderful, heavenly piece of heritage which we have in Table Mountain.
On Sunday 29th August 2010 at 10AM - You are invited to join us for a leisurely walk from Cecilia Plantation, towards Constantia Nek and onto the Contour Path. From here the route will take us up on the Upper Contour path, which overlooks Kirstenbosch. Our lunch spot will overlook Kirstenbosch. We will return via Kirstenbosch and the contour path back to the car park in Cecilia Plantation. This route will be mostly on the Jeep Track.
The weather forecast is set to be PARTLY CLOUDY ... temp max 18c / min 12c.
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DURATION OF WALK
Approximately 5 hours (please note that these times may vary) with sufficient time to stop along the way. 2 hours of the allocated time is set aside for breaks and to explore the wonders of nature. This walk is suitable for most levels of fitness, however the pace will not be hurried....Bring along something to eat for lunch, comfortable closed walking shoes, a hat and/or beanie (for the wind), sun block, a jersey, a rain coat if you have, and sufficient water (NB at least 1.5 litres).
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DIRECTIONS
We will meet at the car park at the Cecilia Forest gate on Rhodes Drive (opposite the road that heads to Cellars Hohenort). If you use Kirstenbosch as a reference point coming from Cape Town; just past the entrance of Kirstenbosch, take a right turn into Canterbury Road. This road brings you back into Rhodes drive, you will still have Kirstenbosch on your righthand side. Continue for 1km till you get the Cecilia Forest gate, you will see Hohennort Road on your left.
For more info and directions email or call me on Tel: 0723272840 or 021 4626755.
COST: R30.00 Per Person
Please do let me know if you will be coming along on our little adventure. If possible send a contact number, as the weather in Cape Town can be quite unpredictable. It also good to bring along a warm jersey and waterproof light raincoat if possible.
If you need further directions, do email me for more info. Please do let me know if you will coming along on our little adventure. If possible send a contact number, as the weather in winter can be quite unpredictable.As word of note weather can be quite unpredictable and winds can make the mountain quite chilly. It also good to bring along a warm jersey and waterproof light rain coat if possible.
A reminder for those who are new to the listing: I will organise longer hikes away on a
more regular basis (every 2 or three months). Cape Nature certainly has a lot to offer.
Wherever possible the lunchbreaks have been extended to 45-60mins offering everyone a chance to chill out and connect with others or find a quiet spot to meditate. Remember that even if it rains in the early hours of the morning before it gets light, there is a good chance that the weather will clear up, which has been the case for many Sundays.
**** Our last Intuition Walk was on Sunday, the 29th of August 2010 - It was a leisurely walk from Cecilia Plantation, towards Constantia Nek and onto the Contour Path. From here the route took us up on the Upper Contour path, which overlooked Kirstenbosch. On route we stopped for tea at the waterfall just off the Contour Path.
On here way down to Kirstenbosch, we stopped for some meditative quiet time next to the tranquillity stream through the indigenous forest. Our lunch spot was in Kirstenbosch, as we took in some of the spectacular surroundings of magical colours. This route was mostly on the Jeep Track.
The spectacular views and great soulful company were as always especially enjoyable.
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**"CLICK HERETO VIEW INFORMATION ON THIS SUNDAY'S WALK: ***
Greetings!! I do hope you have had a great week so far......
A reminder for those who have not been on the walks before, the walks are intended to be of such a nature that we are
able to slow down and through our senses, experience some of the wonders that nature has to offer. The slowing down creates an opportunity for re-connection within. Not to mention seeing some of Cape Town's magical spots.
The walk on Sunday, the 29th of August 2010 leisurely walk suitable for most levels of fitness, but some minimum level of fitness is required. This week's walk we will be doing a walk from Cecilia Plantation, towards Constantia Nek and onto the Contour Path. From here the route will take us up on the Upper Contour Path, which overlooks Kirstenbosch. Our lunch spot will overlook Kirstenbosch. We will return via Kirstenbosch and the contour path back to the car park in Cecilia Plantation. This route will be mostly on the Jeep Track. This is a great walk if you are joining the group for the first time...
PLEASE NOTE that the next Sunday's walk will be starting at 10AM
The weather forecast is set to be Partly Cloudy ... temp max 18c / min 12c.
If you have any doubts about the type of walk or pace in terms of fitness level, please call and I can advise accordingly. It is always my aim to offer routes that are accessible for most people.
Please also note that it is important that if you would like to join us, please send me an email or sms with a cell number. Should the walk be canceled or be changed at the last moment, then I am able to reach you.Kindest regards. Iain Macdonald
The next open group walk after theSunday the 29th of August 2010will be onSunday the 12th of September 2010at 10AM. Details still to be advised...
For more info and directions email or call me on Tel: 0723272840 or 021 4626755
A note to all those who love being out on our favourite mountain, always walk in an organized group and consider safety as a priority.
