Hiking Cape Town
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Hiking Cape Town
Author: Evelyn John Holtzhausen
language: en
Publisher: Penguin Random House South Africa
Release Date: 2022-07-15
The mountains and forests in and around Cape Town are a hiker’s paradise, offering an array of excursions to suit both new converts and seasoned ramblers. Hiking Cape Town covers 35 exciting hikes on the Cape Peninsula and further afield, ranging from easy to moderate, with a number of more demanding trails for those who want to up their game. From classic hikes up the front face of Table Mountain and half-day hikes in the remote Cape Point, to gentle rambles along the coast and walks in mountains and nature reserves a short drive from the city, this book encompasses the area’s must-do routes. Each description provides easy-to-follow directions and specifies the approximate walking time (between 3 and 7 hours), distance, difficulty rating and terrain. More challenging extensions to some of the routes are provided for hikers who want a more strenuous workout. Full-colour maps and photographs illustrate the routes, and information boxes offer insights into interesting aspects of the specific trails. Sales points: A fresh, engaging guide to 35 hikes in and around Cape Town; Mix of trails for different levels of fitness, difficulty and interest; Detailed full-colour maps throughout; Advice on hiking gear, mountain safety and dealing with emergencies.
Hiking Beyond Cape Town
Author: Nina du Plessis
language: en
Publisher: Penguin Random House South Africa
Release Date: 2023-07-24
Hiking Beyond Cape Town opens a gateway to the myriad trails and tracks that await hikers – young and old, novice and experienced – beyond the confines of the city. This collection of day trips outside of Cape Town features 40 trails, fanning out from the south coast to the west and covering a range of varied hikes in between. Ranging between 2 to 7 hours, the hikes are tailored for single-day trips, although a handful will require overnighting. Each hike entry includes an accurate, up-to-date route description, a map of the trail, and directions for getting to the start. In each case, an upfront summary outlines the distance, duration, grade of difficulty, and elevation of the hike, as well as other details. Striking colour photographs and observations about the plant and animal life along the route add lively interest. A brief introduction provides expert advice on gear, planning and preparation. Sales points: Offers 40 day excursions to suit different levels of hiking fitness. Includes detailed full-colour route maps. Covers Helderberg, Overberg, Winelands, West Coast, and Groot Winterhoek wilderness area. An exciting addition to hiking books in the region.
Hike Cape Town
This compilation of the best hikes around Cape Town showcases the diversity of walks and scrambles on Table Mountain and the Cape Peninsula. This guide showcases trails that range from easy, coastal strolls on which hikers can enjoy the rich marine life of the Peninsula to more challenging and exposed scrambling routes that will excite even veteran mountaineers. While covering the most popular trails on Table Mountain, including Lion's Head, Platteklip Gorge, Kasteelspoort, Devil's Peak, Smut's Track, and the Contour Path, this reference also looks at lesser-known gems, such as Myburgh's Waterfall Ravine, famous for its spectacular display of summer orchids, and the iconic trails of the Cape Peninsula. Each entry features a detailed and accurate trail map and key information on access, difficulty, length, approximate duration as well as the flora, fauna, and historical features that you will likely see along the way.