*** 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 28th February 2010 at 5pm. You are invited to join us on a Sunset / Full Moon walk suitable for most levels of fitness. We'll leave from the lower Cable Car Station, taking the Upper Contour Path just above Tafelberg Road towards the Fire Lookout point. At this point we will watch the sunset and moon rise. We will be doing a dinner here, and if you wish, bring along some wine to enjoy with the sunset. From here we will make our way down towards Tafelberg Road. Torches will be required. Please also ensure ensure that you bring some warm clothes, just in case.
The weather forecast is set to be sunny ... temp max 27c / min 15c.
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DURATION OF WALK
Approximately 4 HOURS (please note that these times may vary) with sufficient time to stop along the way. 1.5 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 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
If you are coming from Tamboerskloof's side of Cape Town, we will meet at the entrace at the lower Cable Car Station on Tafelberg Road
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 21st of February 2010 - It was a walk from the parking Area at Newlands Forest Station where the Helipad is found. We then walked through Newlands Forest and up to the Contour Path. Our return was via the Woodcutters' Track. The spectacular views and great soulful company were 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 28th of February 2010 will be a walk suitable for most levels of fitness. It will will be a Sunset / Full Moon rising walk from just above the Lower Contour Path by the cable car, which runs parallel directly above Tafelberg Roadl. The route will then take us on to the Fire outlook, which has spectacular views of Kloof Nek and Camps Bay.
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 the Sunday the 28th of February 2010 will be on Sunday the 28th of March 2010 at 9AM. 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.
