No under 18s

Devil's Peak via the Knife Edge Hike

Sun Nov 15, 07:30 - Sun Nov 15, 14:30

Rhodes Memorial

ABOUT

Join us on a guided full-day hike up to the summit of the imposing and iconic Devil's Peak! We hike it from Rhodes Memorial via the Knife Edge to scramble to the summit after tagging Minor Peak along the way. It's a true classic offering fun scrambling, awesome ridge walking, excellent views with the usual dose of interesting peninsula fynbos and chance wildlife encounters of the infamous ones too...


Route: We hike a lollipop route on Devil's Peak with the aim of reaching the summit via the iconic Mowbray Ridge and Knife Edge. Return via northern slopes. For the sure footed and fit hiker who is comfortable with exposure to heights.


Distance: 8 km


Duration: 7 hrs


Difficulty: Strenuous


Grade: B-grade route on rugged footpath with plenty rock scrambling and exposure to heights.


Elevation: 900m gain/loss


Cost: R200 per person (*Needs 6 people for the hike to run)


Group size: Numbers are limited to 8 for this group hike


Book: email us at [email protected] (Payment will confirm your spot)


Upon enquiry we'll discuss all pertinent information as well as any specific COVID-19 protocols for the sites we visit to ensure our excursions are carried out in a responsible manner.


What to bring:

- Good hiking shoes/boots

- Dress appropriately (hiking or sports wear)

- Sun protection (hat, sun lotion)

- Warm top & rain jacket

- Water: 2.5 litres per person

- Food: lunch and trail snacks

- Face Mask / Buff

- Hand Sanitizer


*BOOKING ESSENTIAL*

DIRECTIONS

Devil's Peak via the Knife Edge Hike
Rhodes Memorial
Rhodes Ave, Devil's Peak, Cape Town, 7700
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