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Spilhaus Buttress

Leader: Carmen Morris 7 June 2026

We began with the familiar jeep track before entering the forest and making our way steadily upward. Before…

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Twin Traverse, Jonkershoek

Leader: Suzanne Smith 31 May 2026

We set off without delays to ascend via the Yellowwood Trail to meet up with the Twin Traverse…

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Ystervark Cave

Leader: Jaques du Toit 24 May 2026

We spent significant time exploring the low passages, which varied between 35cm and 50cm high, with the occasional…

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Kloof Corner for 1st Timers

Leader: Brian Ganson 23 May 2026

Up the Ridge went a hearty group of eight first timers, including both familiar faces from more challenging…

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Caves of Muizenberg

Leader: Jaques du Toit 17 May 2026

We set out from Ou Kraal shortly after 8am on Sunday, expecting the mist to clear, little wind,…

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Simon’s Town to Smitswinkel

Leader: Paula Clarke 16 May 2026

With access finally restored to this trail, it was the perfect opportunity for a long-awaited return to this…

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