The end
of the year is almost in sight, time for holidays, time for sunshine and time
for fun. I hope all you folks up there in the busy Johannesburg are going to
head down to the Coast for some seaside adventure and chill time or escape into
the mountains for some rejuvenating, energising time out.
GARDEN ROUTE
ADVENTURES: If
you’re down on the Cape coast this vacation and are looking for some
adventures, guided mountain hikes, forest and nature trails or canoeing trips,
get in touch with us. A day spent on the glorious Knysna Lagoon on a guided
canoe trail is soothing for the soul and as a treat, our famous ‘Summit
sandwiches’ are included.
Plan Ahead for 2013
The Whale Trail is an Internationally acclaimed
5 night Slackpacking trail traversing the magnificent De Hoop Nature reserve on
South Africa’s Cape Coast. You can enjoy walking though coastal plains full of
game, meandering along magnificent porcelain white beaches, swimming in the
turquoise ocean and whale watching from the shores. Accommodation is in well
appointed Hikers cottages, all with great views.
What’s ‘slackpacking’? – It’s hiking for smart
people; you walk, we work. We make sure your bags get transported to your
night’s accommodation, supply the food and wine and we cook your meals. Sounds
good hey?
This
trail is really popular, really, not a marketing gimmick, it’s always full. We
have places available on the 29th
of September 2013 & the 20th of November 2013, if you are
keen to know more, want to book or have other dates in mind, visit our website
or email us for details.
Keen on
a shorter Trail? Join us for the Knysna
Slack Packing Trail, a day of canoeing, a day of magnificent beaches and
then some forest walking to round off you trip, all meals, accommodation and
luggage transport provided for you!
Our day
adventures of Abseiling, Rock Climbing, Canoeing, Guided Hiking and Kloofing
are available to thrill, chill or challenge you 7 days a week and they’re great
if you only have a day or two to spare.
Our Knysna Adventure Trail is breathtaking.
The fresh breeze heralds the start of a sizzling day as you your paddles dip
into the glassy Lagoon. The aquatic birdlife keep you company while you spy on
the fish as you paddle across the estuary, look up every now and then ‘cause
the views from the canoes are spectacular. After a half day of canoeing we
enjoy a lunch before heading off to the ocean for a lazy beach walk. It’s a
really chilled out adventure, just the perfect way to enjoy those warm summer
days.
Looking
for a little last minute corporate ‘timeout’? Put the team through our Canoe Challenge on the Knysna Lagoon –
hey, if you’re from out of town, let us know, we’ll arrange the whole thing for
you, flights, transfers accommodation and of course ADVENTURE! Browse through
the adventure diary below and let us know if you’re keen to join us – or tell
us what dates you have available.
We’re
also pretty excited about our great new Western
Cape Treks. We’ve got some new options coming out for the Swartberg and Cedarberg mountains, by next month the website will be updated with
the full info, I must tell you, the Drakensberg does have competition, the
Cape’s Cedarberg is rather fine! In the meantime check out our Swartberg
Traverse, a great for fit lovers of really wild places.
DRAKENSBERG ADVENTURES: Spring came though and
delivered carpets of flowers all over the mountains, they’re still there, so
book a gorgeous Drakensberg experience to end off your year try our
Amphitheatre Trek or combine trekking camping and Rock Climbing in our Double
Summit adventure! If you’re not sure what to do with your energetic,
adventurous children let them join us in the Drakensberg for 5 days of hiking,
Rock climbing and abseiling in the first week of the school holidays. We’ve got
plenty of trips to join and if you have specific dates in mind, just let us
know. Don’t forget about the ultimate South African trekking experience The
Drakensberg Grand Traverse – but only if you keen for a challenge.
Our
comprehensive, action packed, informative Rock Climbing course is available in
December. We teach you everything you need to know from how to tie your first
knot and choose cool climbing gear through to the technical nitty gritty of
Sport Climbing. Of course this all takes place on real rock, so be prepared to
spend a full day outdoors, getting to grips with the rock, uncovering your
natural ability to climb and enjoying the awesome sport of ROCK CLIMBING!
ADVENTURE CALENDAR
HIGHLIGHTS: see
below for awesome opportunities to enjoy the outdoors this year, Remember ALL of our adventures are available 365 days a year,
well, 366 days this year.
Follow
the links to our website www.govertical.co.za
or email us for the full details on any adventure below.
DRAKENSBERG
AMPHITHEATRE
TREK 2nd to 4th December
The best of the
Drakenberg, splendid views of the magnificent Amphitheatre, Tugela Falls and
hike to the Summit of Mont-aux-Sorces, the highest peak in the area. Wilderness
camping all meals included.
THABANA
NTLENYANA TREK 5th &
6th December
We start this
trip with a hair raising 4 x 4 ride up Sani Pass, pack on the back packs, trek
to the highest peak in the Drakensberg, camp in the Wilderness and round it off
the following day with a stop at South Africa’s highest pub. A trip not to be
missed!
SENTINEL
PEAK 7th & 8th December
Climb the
highest free standing peak in the Northern Drakensberg 3165m, a rewarding
technical Rock Climb. Our Introductory Rock Climbing course is excellent prep
for this climb, however if you’re fit, adventurous and not scared of heights
we’ll make this an awesome 1st time climbing experience for you!
CATHEDRAL
PEAK AND AMPHITHEATRE HIKE 5th
& 6th December
Cathedral Peak
standing at 3005m is a great challenge for the fit and energetic. A typical
berg hike of 10 hours takes you from the base of the Drakensberg to the top of
this spectacular peak and back. An overnight option is available to break this
climb into a more comfortable backpacking experience. Hiking and scrambling, no
technical experience needed to summit this Drakensberg classic.
DRAKENSBERG
DOUBLE SUMMIT ADVENTURE 6th
to 8th December
Tick
Mont-aux-Sources 3452m, highest peak in the Northern Berg and The Sentinel
3165m the highest free standing peak in the Northern Drakensberg off your list
of summits. M-A-S is a trekking peak overlooking the magnificent Amphitheatre,
and the Sentinel is a technical Rock Climb. The nights in between the two are
spent camping and exploring the Amphitheatre escarpment.
NORTHERN
DRAKENSBERG TRAVERSE 10th
to 15th January, 12th to 17th February 2013
A classic
trekking expedition in the Northern Drakensberg Ukhahlamba World Heritage Site,
arguably the best scenery in the Drakensberg
HOLIDAY ADVENTURE
CAMP 8 -12 DECEMBER 2012
An action packed
5 days of mountaineering skills and adventures, including Rock Climbing,
Abseiling, Hiking and Camp Craft for 12 to 17 year olds.
DRAKENSBERG
GRAND TRAVERSE- NORTHERN TO SOUTHERN DRAKENSBERG 30 March 2013
Are you
prepared? That’s the question you really need to ask. 16 days of wilderness
trekking across the Drakensberg Mountains from The Sentinel in the North to
Bushmans nek in the South, The whole Transberg is a big challenge, but what an
amazing experience. Arguably the toughest trek in South Africa
WESTERN CAPE
KNYSNA
ADVENTURE TRAIL – Have a look at some of the great
pics from our winter trips and then join us for a half day of canoeing on the
Knysna Lagoon and a Half day glorious beach walk. Includes lunch
KNYSNA
CANOEING ADVENTURES – Guided nature Trails on the
Knysna Lagoon, it’s beautiful, you’ve got to join us.
KNYSNA
SLACKPACKING TRAIL - GARDEN ROUTE, WESTERN CAPE 12 – 14 JAN
Three days of
the best coastal scenery that the Knysna has to offer, a day of canoeing on the
Knysna Lagoon, a stunning beach walk and a rewarding dune hike, no need to
carry a heavy pack, we transport all your gear to the accommodation ahead of
you. Great food, stunning scenery, well appointed accommodation and
invigorating fresh air.
Climb the first
Rock Climbing Route in South Africa on Towerkop in the Swartberg Mountains near
Ladismith Western Cape, lots of trad routes to try out while camping on this
gorgeous mountain, we’ll guide, instruct and provide gear, when we’re done
climbing we’ll descend and join the festivities in Calitzdorp for the annual
Port Wine Festival.
MONTAGU
ROCK CLIMBING 10th to 13th January 2013
Join us for
guided climbing and hiking in Montagu Western Cape. This area is superb with
hundreds of excellent Rock Climbing routes, spend a few days learning to climb,
improving your grades or learning new skills, we provide the guiding,
instruction and gear. This beautiful mountain region is also home to some of
South Africa’s best wine cellars.
LADY’S SLIPPER
ROCK CLIMBING ADVENTURE – EASTERN CAPE - anytime
Close to PE is a
superb climbing site with great Sport and Trad Routes, we’ll be holding our Introductory
Rock Climbing course our Sport Climbing course and plenty of guided climbing
get your skills sharp enough to set you up for a lifetime of climbing the
crags.
NAMAQUALAND FLOWER TOUR - WESTERN CAPE - AUGUST/ SEPTEMBER
2013
Spring time in
the Cape is a celebration of life, the whales move into the coastal waters and
the dessert give rise to a magnificent display of flowers. We’ll be hiking
through some of the most amazing botanical hotspots in the area, the hikes are
rewarding in themselves, but coupled with the amazing floral display, the whole
experience is fantastic, backpacking and slack packing options available. Email us for
details.
SEA & SUMMIT
TOURS: CRADOCKS BERG & SWARTVLEI
anytime
Can’t choose
between the beach or the berg? Combine both with our Sea and Summit Trails.
Hike to the summit in the magnificent Cape Fold mountains, dine in style at an
arty town with excellent cuisine and finish off your trip with a superb coastal
hike.
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