GRADE 3B, MEDIUM PACE
Please note that this hike takes place on a Saturday.
Part 9/12: Walking through Silvermine we will have the option of taking a route up Constantiaberg that leads us past the Elephant's Eye cave. Once at the top of Constantiaberg, we'll make our way down to Constantia Nek via firstly the radio mast road and then through beautiful Vlakkenberg on the Hoerikwaggo Trail. The views from this side of the mountain looking north are spectacular. There is an option to drop in to La Parada for a celebratory drink. The route today is 11.6 km with 500 m elevation gain and 740 m loss. Wild card or entrance fee will be payable. 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 in case of predicted poor weather on the Saturday.
Bookings open 2 months before the hike. Bookings close the Friday before the hike at 18h00. No smoking on the hike.