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Simons Town Take the footpath at the end of Barnard Street and proceed up the gentle slope. Once you round a sharp bend, you’ll be struck by the view of the deep ravine. The Admiral's Waterfall and pool is tucked away at the top. Plan to picnic here and spend time enjoying the fabulous views of Simon's Town harbour.
Duration: 1.5 hours
Difficulty: Easy
Distance: 3 km
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Cape Point The out-and-return Antoniesgat Trail ambles along the False Bay coastline from the turning circle south of Buffels Bay. Along the way is Antoniesgat cave, one of many carved into the sea cliffs by the battering waves. The biggest wow factor is the knockout views of the Hottentots Holland Mountains, False Bay, Da Gama Peak and Cape Point Lighthouse.
Duration: 2 hours
Difficulty: Easy
Distance: 3.5 km
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Cape Point Breath-taking views and close encounters with wildlife and pristine fynbos typify the Cape of Good Hope Hiking Trail experience.
Starting at the main entrance gate, the trail is walked in a clockwise or anticlockwise direction. Pick up keys for the overnight hut and leave your car here.
Plan to make the most of the spectacular views from the overnight huts on Da Gama Peak. You can see the sunrise and sunset over sweeping ocean views on either side of the Peninsula.
The overnight hut has hot showers, solar lighting, a gas cooker, rudimentary cutlery and crockery and an outdoor braai area. Order braai wood before starting the trail.
Duration: 2 days
Difficulty: Easy
Distance: 23.3 km
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Cape Point Starting behind the upper funicular station, the Cape Point Lighthouse Walk descends below the Old Lighthouse on the False Bay side of the cliffs. The short walk levels out before reaching the viewpoint above the New Lighthouse.
Stonewalled observation points have been built on either side, offering incredible views of the sheer rock faces and soaring seabirds. Whales can often be seen in spring.
Duration: 1 hour return
Difficulty: Easy
Distance: 2 km return
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Cape Point The out-and-return trail from Cape Point to the Cape of Good Hope starts at the Cape Point parking area and descends through fynbos to the cliffs above Dias Beach. Here you can take a detour via the wooden staircase to the beach and back up to the scenic route. The trail continues to Cape Maclear viewpoint before descending to the southernmost point of the Cape Peninsula, the Cape of Good Hope.
Duration: 2 hours
Difficulty: Easy
Distance: 3 km
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Constantia Head out from the park area at Cecilia Forest on Rhodes Drive and follow the main jeep-track up into the forest. Stay on the path and keep right until you reach the top edge of Kirstenbosch. From here, look for the signpost to Rooikat Ravine.
Continue on Rooikat Ravine until you reach Cecilia Ravine and the pretty waterfall. From here, the trail continues around Spilhaus Ridge into Spilhaus Ravine and a path going up to the Bridal Path. Turn left and take the jeep track down to Kirstenbosch.
Duration: 3 hours
Difficulty: Easy
Distance: 5 km
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Noordhoek Viewed from below, Chapman’s Peak looks formidable but it’s not at all difficult. Some regard it as one of the most rewarding walks in the Table Mountain National Park.
The route and summit offers incredible views of the Atlantic Ocean, Hout Bay, Fish Hoek, Kommetjie and Noordhoek Beach. The path starts 700 m down from the major lookout on Chapman’s Peak Drive.
Duration: 3.5 hours
Difficulty: Easy to moderate
Distance: 2.5 km
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Clovelly A wonderful example of restored wetlands in an urban setting, which is a haven for various forms of wildlife, most notably birds.
Enjoy a nice walk amongst this natural ecosystem, and for birders, this walk is even sweeter. Easy enough for beginners and kids, well marked and fun. Don't forget to bring your binoculars.
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Table Mountain National Park The out-and-back route from Constantia Nek to the five historic dams on the top of Table Mountain is a popular weekend hike. It’s all uphill to the top of Table Mountain but the trail is very easy and uncomplicated.
Park your vehicle at Constantia Nek and start in the southern section of Cecilia Forest. The walk ends at the Helly-Hutchinson Dam and Waterworks Museum.
Duration: 2 hours (one way)
Difficulty: Easy to moderate
Distance: 4 km
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Gordons Bay This easy hike is a delightful adventure in a beautiful nature reserve. Follow the stream in the kloof (gully) between the mountians, past many crystal clear pools. Stop along the way to enjoy indiginous fynbos, to swim or bathe the sunshine on the rocks. Stop and turn back when you feel you have gone far enough - each spot along the way is beautiful enough to be the destination. You will feel spiritually refreshed.
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Melkbosstrand The Dikkop Trail is a 13 km circular walk through the dunes and fynbos and a 2 km walk along the beach. The walk is at its most beautiful in spring, when the wildflowers are in bloom.
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Glencairn A hike up Elsie's Peak is well worth the short, sharp effort for the breathtaking and expansive views of False Bay - a wonderful way to get your bearings.
The flora in October is stunning and you may be lucky enough to see a whale or two. Extend your hike and take one of the many well marked footpaths in this mountain range.
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Table Mountain National Park Elsie's Peak Walk offers fabulous views of False Bay, Fish Hoek, Simon’s Town and Glencairn. On a clear day you can see all the way to Hangklip. The route is steep in places but requires minimal fitness.
The trail can be reached from either Fish Hoek or Glencairn Heights on the other side. If you plan to start in Fish Hoek, use the car park on Kommetjie Road and climb up the adjacent steps to the mountain trail.
Duration: 2 hours
Difficulty: Easy
Distance: 2.5 km
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Cape Point Depending on how relaxed you take it, the open-ended walk from Gifkommetjie to Platboom should take 1.5 – 2 hours. Staring at the Gifkommetjie parking area, the trail leads to the coast and then south along the shore. The route explores wonderful sections of coastal dune vegetation, marshlands and pans.
Duration: 1.5 – 2 hours
Difficulty: Easy
Distance: 5 km
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Table Mountain National Park Park your vehicle at Gate 2 in Silvermine East and take the path signposted to Higher Steenberg Peak. The circular trail meanders through interesting fynbos past the distinctive Wolfkop Pillar. The spectacular views extend across Silvermine West, Constantia, and the back of Table Mountain all the way to Devil's Peak.
The hike to Higher Steenberg Peak can also be done in an anticlockwise direction, taking the jeep track just past the waterfall. From the top of Steenberg Peak, the awesome panoramic views are well worth the steep climb.
Duration: 3 hours
Difficulty: Moderate
Distance: 4 km
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