Top Tips For Table Mountain Hikes
As amazing as climbing up Table Mountain can be, it shouldn't be taken too lightly. There are challenges involved you want to be prepared for. And in light of enjoying the trip to its fullest, we've put together some top tips for Table Mountain hikes. These include tips on what to bring along, the typical safety precautions. So get out your Table Mountain trail map and start making some notes. General Top Tips for Table Mountain Hikes Don't underestimate the challenging aspects Always assume that it's going to require some manner of...
The Silvermine Nature Reserve and Hike – Have an Adventure
If you visit the Silvermine Nature Reserve in the summer, you'll be greeted with amazing hiking trails and picnic areas. But if you opt for the winter months, a blanket of mist is going to decorate the green wilderness. Whatever time you choose to visit, a Silvermine hike is not something you'll quickly forget. The name of the reserve comes from the mining that took place during the 1600's. It was thought that the mountains contained silver, which is why shafts were sunk into the mountains. However, nobody found any silver...
Skeleton Gorge Table Mountain Hike
There are more than 50 ways you can reach the top of Table Mountain. And as you might expect, each route holds a different magic. Some are more challenging, while others are more forgiving, making them more popular for friends, families and groups. The Skeleton Gorge Table Mountain hiking route falls more to the latter. However, there are some challenges involved and it’s best to find out what they are from your guide. Some of them are discussed later in the article, along with the scenery, the route and length...
Table Mountain – Platteklip Gorge Hike
Table Mountain is the majestic icon of Cape Town. It’s one of the biggest reasons why the Mother City gets so much exposure, and it’s a magnet for people in search of memorable sights. Instead of taking the cable car, why don’t you scale that ever elusive mountain with a hiking route? More specifically, why not try a Platteklip Gorge hike with Walk in Africa? Some History and Interesting Facts Regarding the Platteklip Gorge Hike Once you set out on the Platteklip Gorge hike route you will be walking in the footsteps...