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The Suicide Gorge & Riviersonderend Kloofing routes at Hottentots Holland N.R. will be closed from Wednesday 30th April 2008 & will be reopened on the 1 November 2008. No bookings will be made during this period.

Nearest Town: Grabouw
Region: Boland

Suicide Gorge
Trail Distance: 17km (8 hours)
Trail description: This route is more of a swim than a hike. The main attractions include spectacular canyon scenery and lovely waterfalls. The highest jump on this route is 14m. It’s for the brave, as daring leaps of seven or eight metres down waterfalls are compulsory. You must be willing to swim in cold water and not be afraid of heights. Remember, once in, the only way you're going to get out of this section of the Riviersonderend mountains is via some gravity-defying jumps and scrambles.

Please notes: The route is open from 1 November to 30 April. Hikers should be fit, experienced and in good health. Light footwear is advisable, as well as a wetsuite. Use a waterproof bag. The route can be dangerous in extreme weather conditions.

Riviersonderend Route
Trail Distance: 15km (8,5 hours)
Trail description: If Suicide Gorge is too daunting, this gorge might be a better option for novices. The gorge lies lower down the same river as Suicide Gorge. Nervous beginners can avoid most of the jumps or do them from a low spot. The highest jump on this circular route is 7m. You should be reasonably fit, willing to swim in cold water and not be afraid of heights if you want to tackle the route. The main attractions include spectacular canyon scenery and lovely waterfalls.


Please note: The route is open from 1 November to 30 April. Hikers should be fit. Light footwear is advisable, as well as a wetsuite. Use a waterproof bag.

Excursions on Saturdays and Sundays must be booked a month in advance. Shorter booking period allowed for weekday excursions. Group size: Five groups of six people allowed over weekends; groups of 12-15 allowed on weekdays

Reservations

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