Suikerboschfontein Trails [16km] - Weekend Base Camp Hikes [Carolina, MP]

Suikerboschfontein Hiking Trail is situated about 20km north east of Carolina, Mpumalanga. Suikerboschfontein offers 38km of trails which include base camp, back pack, slack pack and day trails. There is not necessarily a “best season” for hiking in this beautiful nature reserve.

The two newly-renovated overnight camps are 10km apart and linked by a circular route. Both camps can be reached by means of ordinary vehicles and the hike can start at either of the camps.

COSTS (R830 Prepaid):

An immediate R350pp deposit gains you a spot. This must be paid within 48 hours of your RSVP.

If you RSVP after 31 March 2024 the full amount of R830 is due within 48 hours.

WHEN YOU RSVP, PAYMENT DETAILS ARE PROVIDED IN A MEETUP DIRECT MESSAGE (NOT EMAIL FROM MEETUP) CALLED

"Suikerbosch: 24 May 2024"

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Accommodation (Max 16 People):

Rooikrans Trail Camp - R270pppn

Admin fee: R275 per person

Miscellaneous: R15 per person for firelighters, charcoal, etc.

TOTAL COMPULSORY COST: R2x270+15+275 = R830pp

A REFUND, less the admin fee, will be provided ONLY if a replacement person is enrolled. NO REFUND within 7 days of the event.

HIKES:

Day 1: Grootkloof (8km) moderate-difficult

Day 2: Tempelmurasie (4.5km) + Skeurkloof (3km) moderate

ITINERARY:
Friday:
18h00 - Arrive at Rooikrans Trail Camp
18h30 - Meet & Greet, Briefing
19h00 - Dinner
Saturday:
06h00 - Breakfast
07h00 - Briefing
07h15 - Depart on Grootkloof Trail
18h00 - Dinner
Sunday:
06h00 - Breakfast
07h00 - Briefing
07h15 - Return to Tempelmurasie + Skeurkloof Trails

Depart for home after the hike.

ACCOMMODATION (18 PEOPLE MAXIMUM):

Over-night trail camps (Rooikrans & Oom Japie)

The units are self-catering and only beds, mattresses and cooking facilities are provided. The bathrooms have flush toilets and warm water is provided by “donkey” fired boilers. Fire wood, cooking facilities, candles and small gas stoves are also provided. Hikers must bring their own sleeping bags, food and drinks and a torch to light the way to the bathrooms at night.

MEALS:

All meals are self-catered. Fires for communal braais will be provided on Friday and Saturday evenings.

All meals, hiking snacks, water and any other beverages and snacks are for your own account

TRAVEL:
Distance - 270 from Chilli Lane Centre, Sunninghill
Time - Approx 3.0 hours

CARPOOLING IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED.

Carpooling is NOT facilitated by the Organiser. You organise your own carpool, whether you offer rides or are looking for a ride.

**** NB - Arrive no later than 18h00 on Friday.

WHAT TO BRING:
Towel and toiletries
Sleeping bags and/or bedding
Hats
Sun screen
Snacks for hikes
All meals and beverages
Sandals for after the hikes
Cutlery and eating utensils

INDEMNITY:
YOU AND YOUR GUESTS participating in Weekend Nature & Hiking Getaways activities do so AT THEIR OWN RISK.

The Organisers and Hosts are indemnified from any loss, injury or any incident that prejudices Members and their guests.

Members and their guests must ensure that they have the required hiking gear to comfortably participate in the event.