GRADE 1A, SLOW PACE
Please note that this hike takes place on a Thursday public holiday.
Part 8/12: Today is not about peak bagging, but rather it is a short linking stretch where we can slow down and smell the fynbos. We'll follow the River Trail in Silvermine pausing in the middle of the out and back route to have a picnic lunch (and a swim?) at the dam. Please note the later start time to tie in with lunch. [we start at 11 am]. The total distance is 5.5 km with a gentle 160 m up and down. Wild Card or entrance fee will be payable.
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 Saturday 26 September as an alternative hiking day in case of predicted poor weather on 24 September.
Bookings open 2 months before the hike. Bookings close the Wednesday before the hike at 18h00. No smoking on the hike.