ComeHike Hiking Club upcoming events

Blinkwater Ravine with Tranquillity Cracks with Graeme Hope (18 Oct 2026)

Sun, 18 Oct 2026 05:30:00 GMT

GRADE 4C, MEDIUM / FAST PACE

A somewhat feared but actually well-maintained (and beautiful) route up to the 12 Apostles spine. The ascent is not hectic, but we will need to scramble over the remnants of a landslide from the 90's, hence this is for experienced hikers only. Once on top we will seek the shade of Tranquillity Cracks before a descent via Woody Ravine.

Please earmark Sunday 25 October as an alternative hiking day if poor weather is forecast on 18 October.

Bookings open 2 months before the hike. Bookings close the Friday before the hike at 18h00. No smoking on the hike.

Left Face Mystery B with Andre Stander - FULLY BOOKED, waiting list only (24 Oct 2026)

Sat, 24 Oct 2026 04:30:00 GMT

GRADE 3C, MEDIUM / SLOW PACE

Please note that this hike takes place on a Saturday.

This is a fun alternative route up Table Mountain front face. It involves sections of scrambling up ledges, overgrown sections on the path and loose stones underfoot. This route is ideal for those who enjoy sections of scrambling up the mountain but want to do it at a slower pace. The highlight is the step-over near the top that makes for a great photo opportunity. Once on top we'll hike to the Cable Car for a ride down. (Additional cost for a ticket on own account).

Bookings open 2 months before the hike. Bookings close the Thursday before the hike at 18h00. No smoking on the hike.

Rietvlei with Pietie Coetzee (25 Oct 2026)

Sun, 25 Oct 2026 08:00:00 GMT

GRADE 1A, SLOW PACE

Join us for a gentle 1,5 hour walk in Rietvlei, which is a birders' paradise. Rietvlei includes a network of pathways/boardwalks around the wetland, and a bird hide seating up to 20 people. Bring your binoculars. There will be an optional picnic or braai afterwards. The entrance fee is R20, for pensioners and children it is R15.

Bookings close 2 days before the hike at 18h00. No smoking on the hike.

13 Peaks Part 9: Klassenkop with Helen Gosnell - FULLY BOOKED, waiting list only (31 Oct 2026)

Sat, 31 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT

GRADE 3B+, MEDIUM PACE

Please note that this hike takes place on a Saturday.

Part 9/11: Our route today takes us up Constantia Corner, via Camel Rock, to get to where we will tackle Klassenkop (or Klaasenkop). Klassenkop has an interesting tree that must be breached to get to the summit. Our descent route will be Nursery Ravine (although Skeleton Gorge is also a fun option if the weather has dried up). Once we are back on the contour path, we'll head north and exit at Newlands Forest. Car shuttling or Uber will be necessary.

About the 13 peaks: trail runner Ryan Sandes developed a circular route that covers 13 iconic peaks in Cape Town. We will complete the challenge over 7 months. All hikes are open to everyone, whether or not you are doing the challenge. Since not everyone will be available for every peak, Helen will set up a dedicated WhatsApp group for those doing the challenge to coordinate catch up hikes.

Please earmark the Sunday as an alternative hiking day if poor weather is forecast on the Saturday.

Bookings open 2 months before the hike. Bookings close the Thursday before the hike at 18h00. No smoking on the hike.

Blind Gully with Andre Stander (1 Nov 2026)

Sun, 01 Nov 2026 04:30:00 GMT

GRADE 3C, MEDIUM / SLOW PACE

Max 8 hikers. A long, challenging and adventurous hiking route on the Atlantic side, offering a secluded and steep ascent for experienced hikers. The trail begins on the Pipe Track and soon turns onto the Diagonal Route, leading to the gully itself. This route involves a sustained climb up a steep, dry watercourse with mandatory scrambling sections, where you'll need to use your hands to ascend. As you climb, you are rewarded with dramatic views of the Atlantic Seaboard and the iconic Blinkwater Needle. The upper part of the route becomes overgrown and exposed to ledges with drop-offs, and after a final scramble, we'll emerge onto the "Back Table". Due to its difficulty and exposure, the route is not recommended for novice hikers. Descent is via Diagonal or Kasteelspoort. High wind or wet weather will cancel.

Bookings open 2 months before the hike. Bookings close the Friday before the hike at 18h00. No smoking on the hike.

RSVP deadline for the Dragon Boat racing social (6 Nov 2026)

Fri, 06 Nov 2026 21:00:00 GMT

Please see this event's details on our calendar on 14 November.

Gecko Trail with Andre Stander (7 Nov 2026)

Sat, 07 Nov 2026 05:00:00 GMT

GRADE 4B, MEDIUM PACE

Max 12 hikers. A circular hiking trail starting in the Nuy Valley, Worcester, over the Langeberg Mountain Range to Simonskloof in the Koo Valley. This is a challenging trail for experienced hikers only. On the first day we'll start from Penhill Farm and hike 14 km over rugged terrain to Simonskloof farm. The next morning we'll hike via the Nuy River Gorge back to Worcester. This route is very different from the previous day as we'll do +-14 river crossings. An easier day, but not to be underestimated. You'll also be required to carry a tent to sleep in. Hot showers are available in the camping terrain. Costs and additional details will be provided in due course.

No smoking on the hike.

Duiwelskloof with Trevor Rennison (8 Nov 2026)

Sun, 08 Nov 2026 05:00:00 GMT

GRADE 4B+, MEDIUM PACE

Explore an awesome hidden kloof in the Drakenstein mountains near Stellenbosch.

Please earmark the Saturday as an alternative hiking day if poor weather is forecast on the Sunday.

Bookings open 2 months before the hike. Bookings close the Friday before the hike at 18h00. No smoking on the hike.

SOCIAL: Dragon boat racing with Nicole Hart (14 Nov 2026)

Sat, 14 Nov 2026 08:00:00 GMT

Join us for an exciting morning of Dragon Boat Racing. Get out on the water, work together as a team and enjoy some friendly competition! Only 30 spots are available! Non-members are welcome and will pay our usual R100 non-member fee in addition to the cost of the activity. Please note that this activity is suitable for those who are 12 years and older.

Cost: R250 per person.

Safety briefing: A 15-minute safety briefing will take place before the activity starts.

What to bring: comfortable clothing suitable for an active morning on the water. The morning is likely to be warm, so wear a hat, apply sunscreen and bring something to drink.

1.      RSVP by Friday, 6 November 2026.
2.      You will receive a Dragon Boat Association online indemnity form.
3.      In order to secure your place, complete the indemnity form and send the screen shot to Nicole on +27 72 313 7945.
4.      You will receive an invoice for payment from ComeHike by Monday, 9 November 2026.
5.      Payment is due on Wednesday, 11 November 2026. Please send your POP to nicole.hrt@gmail.com

6. Payment is non-refundable.

13 Peaks Part 10: Devil's Peak with Helen Gosnell (15 Nov 2026)

Sun, 15 Nov 2026 05:00:00 GMT

GRADE 3B, MEDIUM PACE

Part 10/11: With the end in sight, today we'll hike up Newlands Ravine with its beautiful views and cross over the saddle to Devil's Peak, our 13th peak. On the way, we'll pause at Pulpit Rock to look back over the route we have taken in the past 7 months. After summiting Devil's Peak, we'll descend the normal zig zag path to Tafelberg Road. Although it is only 7 kms today, the elevation gain is 900 m and the loss is 600 m. Car shuttling or Uber will be necessary.

Bookings open 2 months before the hike. Bookings close the Friday before the hike at 18h00. No smoking on the hike.

Newlands Forest with Graham Bellairs (22 Nov 2026)

Sun, 22 Nov 2026 06:00:00 GMT

GRADE 2B, SLOW PACE

Hike up to the contour path and walk towards Kirstenbosch. Return to the start point along the cycle track.

Please earmark Sunday 29 November as an alternative hiking day if poor weather is forecast on 22 November.

Bookings open 2 months before the hike. Bookings close the Friday before the hike at 18h00. No smoking on the hike.

Botmaskop with Graeme Hope (28 Nov 2026)

Sat, 28 Nov 2026 05:30:00 GMT

GRADE 4B+, FAST PACE

Please note that this hike takes place on a Saturday.

A strenuous ascent with a short fun scramble to the top of Botmaskop. After a traverse along the ridge, we have lunch at a secret picnic table. The descent is via the Yellowwood Trail and various footpaths and jeep tracks into Jonkershoek. Car shuttling is required.

Please earmark the Sunday as an alternative hiking day in case of predicted poor weather on the Saturday.

Bookings open 2 months before the hike. Bookings close the Thursday before the hike at 18h00. No smoking on the hike.

TM Northwest corner high level traverse with Trevor Rennison (6 Dec 2026)

Sun, 06 Dec 2026 05:00:00 GMT

GRADE 3D, MEDIUM PACE

Up & down by cableway to save time and energy. We traverse the north face of TM from Platteklip to IV, then decide on what to do next, based on group sentiment at the time. Some off-path hairy scrambling involved.

Please earmark the Saturday as an alternative hiking day in case of predicted poor weather on the Sunday.

Bookings open 2 months before the hike. Bookings close the Friday before the hike at 18h00. No smoking on the hike.

13 Peaks Part 11: Table Mountain Contour Path with Helen Gosnell (13 Dec 2026)

Sun, 13 Dec 2026 05:00:00 GMT

GRADE 2A+, MEDIUM PACE

Part 11/11: This is the final linking section taking us back to Signal Hill. We will do this by walking the contour path rather than the road, all the way along the front face of Table Mountain. Once at the end, we'll hop over the busy road intersection and continue along the path, past Lion's Head and along the Lion's Rump to our final point, the Signal Hill beacon. This walk takes us around 2 sides of the City Bowl, offering views of the end point at the beginning and of the start point at the end. It is about 8km of gently undulating path (except for the short, sharp ascent to the contour and the short, sharp descent from the contour). Car shuttling or Uber will be necessary.

Please earmark Saturday 19 December as an alternative hiking day if poor weather is forecast on 13 December.

Bookings open 2 months before the hike. Bookings close the Friday before the hike at 18h00. No smoking on the hike.

Beaverlac with Ella du Plessis (22 Jan 2027)

Fri, 22 Jan 2027 12:00:00 GMT

GRADE 1A+, MEDIUM / SLOW PACE

Camping and swimming. An easy hike up to the Totem Poles, natural swimming pool en route. Braai, potjie and leisure.

Cost: R90 per person, per night, R40 per car and R50 per dog. The camping fees are payable directly to Beaverlac on arrival. ComeHike will invoice for the R50 admin fee for overnight hikes.

No smoking on the hike.

Suikerbossie / Koue Bokkeveld Camping with Ella du Plessis (12 Feb 2027)

Fri, 12 Feb 2027 12:00:00 GMT

GRADE 2B (OPTIONAL C SECTION AT THE TOP), MEDIUM/SLOW PACE

A full-on camping weekend for a maximum of 14 people.

Friday: arrival, settle in and set up camp.

Saturday: we will drive to a neighbouring farm, and we’ll be dropped off at the start of the 4-hour Apex hike. The hike is an easy uphill to a plateau. Once on the plateau there are exciting rock formations to explore. Beautiful views of Southern Cederberg. At the top there is a final ascent to a beautiful cave (C graded). We'll have lunch and return the same way. For the afternoon there is swimming, relaxing and braaiing.

Sunday: we will do The Donkey Trail walk on the farm for about 2 hours. This is an uphill hike (2B). After a final swim, we'll pack up.

Cost: R560 per person, including the admin fee. There will also be a small contribution for the farmer's petrol for the transport to the Apex hike start.

Please do not pay for the weekend until you receive the invoice from the club.

No smoking on the hike.