Hiking Along Chapmans Peak

Start

The starting point for this hike is situated just before the toll booths, entering the Chapman’s Peak drive. It is advised that you park your car a short distance behind the toll booth, which makes for easy access to the hike.

End

Complete the trail and return to the starting point. If you approach it this way, you will be conveniently close to the spot where you parked.

Duration

Taking this hike at a leisurely pace, can take the casual hiker anywhere up to 2 hours. Active hikers can easily breeze through this trail in little over an hour.

Permit

No permits are required, but you are obligated to obtain a day pass from the toll booth for safe parking and admission to the hiking trails. This costs approximately R24.00 per person.

Features

The Chapman’s Peak hike offers terrific vantages down onto the Fish Hoek and Hout Bay valleys. You can also see The Sentinel, Noordhoek Peak, Cape Point Karbonkelberg, Kleinleeukoppie and Kommetjie . You’ll be able to witness the Peninsula in all its glory, like you’ve never seen it before.

Take With

You will need the following:

• Sunglasses
• Good walking shoes
• Insect repellent
• Refreshments and water
• Camera
• Binoculars
• A warm top, in the event of sudden weather change

Please Note

This hike is at its very best during the summer season, at the end of the day towards sunset. Completing the hike later in the day will allow the sun to shift the shadows out of the way; so that you can enjoy the view in all its three dimensional splendour. Because the entire hike is usually accomplished within 2 hours, you can approach it after high noon – to late noon and still make it back before dark. Should you be weary that you’ve attempted it a little too late, simply make sure that you do pack a torch and a windbreaker.

Description

As hikes go, the Chapman’s Peak trail is absolutely entry level. Both the ascent and the descent is mildly angled and can be accomplished just as easily by first time hikers. The terrain is gentle and consists primarily of sandstone rock. This is the perfect route to use, should you be hoping to get the family to fall in love with hiking. You will get to enjoy rewarding views, without having to over exert yourself to get to them.