Skeleton Gorge
Skeleton Gorge (4 hours, round trip)
One of my favourite hikes! This is a perfect summer hike because it is mostly sheltered from the sun thanks to the forest. What I love most about Skeleton Gorge, besides the hike itself, is the unexpected surprise heading up to the dam. I love seeing hikers' reactions when I tell them what they are walking on! The route down will be the stunning Nursery Ravine!
Quirky facts
Skeleton Gorge starts at the top of Kirstenbosch Gardens, and is for a large part covered in indigenous Afromontane Forest, a vegetation type that only covers 0.5% of Africa.
The becoming of Kirstenbosch
In 1895, imperialist Cecil John Rhodes purchased Kirstenbosch. He appointed a caretaker, and planted the avenue with Camphor trees and Moreton Bay Figs in 1898. The land however became neglected. When Rhodes died in 1902, he bequeathed the land to the Government.- which then turned it into a botanical garden in the years after
Rates
The price for this hike is R1650 pp for a round trip.
Discounted rates apply for groups of 5 people or more
Very Important Information
Please note that the weather in Cape Town can change fast (she was called Cape of Storms for a reason). Please ensure you wear comfortable breathable clothes and walking shoes with a good grip (flip-flops, heels, and fashion sandals are not allowed).
For more information on what to pack in your back pack, click here.
