Orange Kloof, Caveman's Overhang, the Post Box and Hole in the wall.

You will find the largest patch of remaining Afro-montane Forest at Orange Kloof, hidden away in the interior of Table Mountain.
Due to its fragile ecosystem, Orangekloof has restricted access, requiring a special permit to hike in the area. The area's name is believed to have originated from the bark of orange-coloured saffron trees that are prevalent in Hout Bay.
Join us for an adventure to discover a world of interesting plants, dungeons and rock dragons on a circular 12 km hike around Orange Kloof.

Basic agenda:
We'll begin by entering Orange Kloof and following the Outer Ring road for over 3 km, passing the Original Disa stream below De Villiers Dam. This road offers a gradual ascent with beautiful views of the Orange Kloof Basin and the Twelve Apostles. The turnoff then leads us to Disa Gorge, where we'll be surrounded by fynbos. Please keep an eye out for the Keurboom trees, which are uniquely adapted to fires and protect the Afro Montane forest on the fringe.
At Journey's End, we'll descend to the Disa River to visit both the Woodhead Tunnel and The Apostles Tunnel. A short ascent will bring us back to the path leading to the Woodhead Dam wall. From there, a few steep steps will take us out of Disa Gorge to reach the beautiful Woodhead Dam. While Errol's Cave is nearby, we'll instead venture on an unfamiliar path leading to Caveman's Overhang for our lunch stop.
Following a brief stop at Caveman's Overhang, we will embark on a Dungeons and Dragons-style adventure through a rift valley. This valley is filled with shady clefts, pockets of green forest, puzzles, and what I'm calling "treasures" – specifically, caves, gullies, and moss-strewn boulders. We'll need to overcome various challenges to reach the Post Box and Hole in the Wall, where we'll finally emerge back into normal daylight.
We'll continue along a bushy fynbos path to De Villiers Dam. Keep an eye out for the uncle Klaas rock formation, who's sitting on a ledge of Klassenskop, looking west over Orange Kloof.
Next, we'll reach the Overseers Cottage, and from there, it's a 3 km downhill walk to Constantia Nek carpark following the Bridal Path and a section of the Hoerikwaggo trail.

Hike Details:
- Distance: 12-13km, circular
- Total elevation gain: +/- 540m
- Grade 2B hike
- Duration: approximately 5-6 hours, depending on length of rest breaks.
- Difficulty: Moderate difficulty, but risky. Rock scrambling and squeezing through tight spaces might be necessary. No caving at all. No need for torches.

Caveat:
Entering the rift valley after Caveman's Overhang requires us to move in a tight single formation. Please ensure that the guy behing you stay in contact with the group. Do not enter any caves here.

Fee to join hike: R150.
I will move all to be on the WAITING LIST for now.
Please whatsapp Elaine (083 338 3022) or email: bormanelaine@gmail.com by 28 August @ 18:00 if you would like to attend. I WILL CONFIRM FIRST WITH YOU IF THERE IS STILL A SPOT AVAILABLE before you can make a payment. Once I receive your POP, I will move you to the GOING list.
Reference: Your name and Orange.
Name of Acc: Boland Adventures
Capitec Savings account nr: 173 138 2780
Branch code: 470010

Participants on the WAITING LIST:
Once Elaine has received your POP, she will move you to the GOING LIST. ONLY 8 SPACES AVAILABLE on this awesome hike.

Bring along: trekking pole (optional), hat, warm jacket, food, coffee/tea/cooldrink/2 lt water, medication, rehydrate, small medical kit, dry clothes and socks.
Rain cancels.

Indemnity: When attending this hike you indicate that you have read and accept our Indemnity as below.
Please inform Marius or Elaine of any medical conditions before the hike.
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