Events

The Mountain Club of South Africa, Paarl / Wellington section invites members of the University of Cape Town – Mountain and Ski Club University of Stellenbosch – Maties Climbing Club University of Stellenbosch – Berg- en Toerklub What: Bouldering Where: Du Toits Kloof Mountains When: 2025/04/26 8h00 at gate Cost: Read more…

Join us for some scheduled maintenance at Krom River hut. Please email Kuba on kuba@apap.co.za confirming your attendance.

Begin en eindig by Hawequa Scouts.  Ongeveer 800m  klim waarvan die laaste gedeelte n styl scramble is. Start and finish at the Hawequa  scouts.  The last section is a steep off-path scramble.  8 hours. Whattsapp Elsie Oettle 082 737 9990

Oornag 'n aand in die Gydoberge en klim 'n piek of twee. Kontak leier vir meer inligting en om saam te kom. Leier: Nardus Cronje, 082 347 8556, ncwpbr@gmail.com

Varying from EASY to MODERATE at a relaxed pace. There are 4 options – please contact leader Suzanne Smith at wilsonsmith@yebo.co.za or 083 303 3417 to discuss possibilities. Please note bookings for accommodation need to be finalized by end of business on Friday 25 April, and payments by Friday 2 May. Deadline for Read more…

We will spend the weekend at Krom river hut. For those interested we will summit Witteberg on Saturday(3A+), a good level of fitness required. Contact Albert Cornelissen on 082 851 2575.

We will meet 9am at Houw hoek hotel parking and do a 13km circular route. Contact Thordis Sixt on 083 454 6660

We meet 8am at the Kleinmond golf course parking. 7 hour hike. Contact Thordis Sixt on 083 454 6660

Overnight in the 60 man grotto on Bullerskop, Banhoek (Joint meet with MCSA Stellenbosch). Some bundu bashing and mild scrambling involved. Possibility to summit the peak and descend via Duiwelskloof depending on weather and group's ability. P/W Leader: Elise - 0623815653 contact before 12 May.

Intermediate rock climbing meet at Hellfire, du Toitskloof. We will be climbing on the sport routes, people with trad gear is more than welcome to join for trad climbing. Contact Albert Cornelissen on Whatsapp at 082 851 2575

Saturday: An afternoon walk on Gill and Rob's farm, about 2 hours to the waterfall and gorge with some bundu bashing. Evening braai. Sunday: Drive to Greyton for 9am start. We will walk the Gobos trail, Noupoort detour and then up to Committee rock. Approx. 12km, 5 hours. Accommodation for Read more…

Join us for a relaxed and social day of sport climbing at Kleinmond. We'll be setting up some beginner-friendly top-ropes, and pairing experienced climbers with those new to the sport to help show them the ropes. Difficulty/Grading: Beginner to Intermediate Gear Needed: Harness, climbing shoes, and helmet. If you need Read more…

We meet 9am at the Kleinmond golf course parking. 5 hour hike. Contact Thordis Sixt on 083 454 6660

Familie en kinder stap in Banhoek bewarea. Kontak Albert Cornelissen 082 851 2575

With Whale season here we are doing the coastal walk, 8km x 2. We will meet 9am at the new harbor parking. Pizza and drinks at the Gecko after the walk. Contact Thordis on whatsapp 083 454 6660

We hike at Koringberg, approx 6 hours, on the 8th or the 9th, depending on the weather. We meet 8:30 at the Koringberg turn-off. Contact Thordis on whatsapp 083 454 6660

Roodezand piek, Tulbagh (known to the locals as saronsberg) Joint meet with Worcester section We'll be climbing this impressive peak from the tulbagh Valley. It's a long day out and hikers must be fit and comfortable with bundu bashing. R50 entrance fee payable at the starting point. Contact Philip Hills Read more…

We hike the Hermanus coastal cliff path, 12km x 2. Meet 9am at the new harbour parking. The new walking structure, right next to the cliffs is mind blowing. Thereafter we enjoy the deserved beverage and pizza at Gecko. Whatsapp Thordis 083 454 6660

We hike the Hermanus coastal cliff path, 12km x 2. Meet 9am at the new harbour parking. The new walking structure, right next to the cliffs is mind blowing. Thereafter we enjoy the deserved beverage and pizza at Gecko. Whatsapp Thordis 083 454 6660

We meet 8am at the Kleinmond golf course parking. 7 hour hike. Contact Thordis Sixt on 083 454 6660

This popular Fynbos trail (R2 150.00pp) includes accommodation for two nights, linen included, no meals. www.fynbostrail.co.za Contact Thordis : 083 454 6660

This climb is only for MCSA members who are fit and hike regularly. 1000m Vertical climb with scrambling, mostly off-path. Start and finish at the Hawequa scouts. 8-9 hours, weather permitting. Contact Kelvin on 082 550 7598

Beginner and intermediate rock climbing meet at Silvermine. Gear needed: harness, climbing shoes and helmet. If you need any gear, please contact me. Fees: Adult gate entry R42/Children R21(Free entry with a valid Wild card), Climbing permit R105(Free for MCSA members with a valid membership card) Contact Albert on 082 Read more…

Brisk hike on Paarl mountain, this will include Paarl rock, Gordons rock, Bretagne rock, Groot Waboomkop all the overhangs/caves along the way, including the Bat cave and Arbor cave, Xmas camp, Oukraal and the Waterfall. Start and finish at Hout street Paarl. Will mostly be hiking on gravel roads but Read more…

Jan du Toitskloof is one of the best kloofs in the Western Cape. Please contact me for more details and if you are interested in joining. Please note this hike involves boulder hopping and river walking with a heavy backpack. Note that this meet is only open to MCSA members. Read more…

Join us for some scheduled maintenance at Krom River hut. Contact Albert Cornelissen on 082 851 2575 for more details.

Located about 4 hours from Cape Town near the small farming community of Koekenaap, the Swarttobie Trail is a unique 4 or 5-day coastal slackpacking hike covering 42-55 km of virtually untouched shoreline. This is a true wilderness experience offering remote beaches, dramatic cliffs, marine life, and spectacular wildflower scenery Read more…

Join us for some scheduled maintenance at Krom River hut. Contact Albert Cornelissen on 082 851 2575 for more details.

Joint kloofing meet with MCSA Stellenbosch. We will hike up and abseil down Vensterkloof in Jonkershoek. Gear needed: Helmet, harness, rappel device, 2 locking carabiners and personal anchor. If you need any gear, please contact me. R50pp applicable for rope/gear usage. Contact Albert Cornelissen on Whatsapp at 082 851 2575

Join us for a relaxed and social day of sport climbing at Kleinmond. We’ll be setting up some beginner-friendly top-ropes, and pairing experienced climbers with those new to the sport to help show them the ropes. Difficulty/Grading: Beginner to Intermediate Gear Needed: Harness, climbing shoes, and helmet. If you need Read more…

Herewith notice of the AGM for 2025: The committee has decided due to circumstances and practical implications to have the AGM on the 17th of January at Hawequas. The Agenda, Chairmans report, resolutions and Audited Financial statements will be circulated 21 days (latest 22 November) before the AGM. As in Read more…

Ons stap teen die linker skouer van Bullerskop op en doen die abseils van die Xanadugrot / Baba-se-bad tot onder. Verwag om nat te word so goed moet waterdig gepak work. Dis baie abseils in 'n kort tyd so die groep gaan klein gehou word en eie abseil toerusting en Read more…

Die is 'n kombinasie roete wat ons saam met die BKSA Stellenbosch Afdeling doen. Ons gaan met Els Ravine tot op die mesrug en volg die Ledges roete tot net onder die Westelike Tafel. Van hier stap ons op die Ledges-Silverstroom dwarsstap oor na Silverstream Ravine, wat ons dan met Read more…

This is an opportunity to do the stunning Smalblaar kloof, a mossy green canyon which flows all year round. It starts with an exquisite narrow canyon section, which eventually opens up to reveal a majestic vista. As you make your way through the canyon you will descend 6 beautiful waterfall Read more…

We will summit Simonsberg and visit the man made overhang/cave. Rain will cancel or postpone. Roughly 10km with 900m elevation gain. Contact Albert Cornelissen on Whatsapp at 082 851 2575

Full day, there-and-back, about 7km easy kloofing on the Witte River at a relaxed pace. No compulsory  jumps, some compulsory swims in the gently flowing river. Members must be comfortable walking over hundreds of varying sizes of river rocks, no path.  The ‘twist’ is ascending a side kloof to the Read more…

Dear Members, On the 27th of March we are arranging a social at the restaurant and pool area of "De Leeuwenhof Estate". Come join us for a Pizza and a great evening to introduce two of our Honorary Members:* Farrah Alley - Landscape Manager* Adelaide Moolow - Limietberg Reserve Manager Read more…

Jan du Toitskloof is one of the best kloofs in the Western Cape. Please contact me for more details and if you are interested in joining. Please note this hike involves boulder hopping and river walking with a heavy backpack. Note that this meet is only open to MCSA members. Read more…

Roodezand piek, Tulbagh (known to the locals as saronsberg). Joint meet with MCSA Worcester section. We'll be climbing this impressive peak from the tulbagh Valley. It's a long day out and hikers must be fit and comfortable with bundu bashing. Medium to fast paced hike. R50 entrance fee payable at Read more…

Joint meet with MCSA Worcester section. Route still to be determined. Medium to fast paced hike. Contact Philip Hills if interested. philiphills@gmail.com

5 Days and 4 nights slackpacking. R 5 900 per person. https://baviaanscanyontrail.co.za/ Contact Thordis Sixt on 0834546660 for more information.

Die uitstappie is vol. This meet is full. Pragtige klouter roete in Oranjekloof op Tafelberg. Getalle beperk tot 12, BKSA lede kry voorkeur. Leier: Nardus Cronje, ncwpbr@gmail.com, 082 347 8556

On the 22nd of May we are arranging a social at the restaurant and pool area of "De Leeuwenhof Estate". Come join us for a great evening with Tony Lourens launching his latest book: "Great Rock Climbs of the Western Cape".  Tickets are R300 and which includes welcome drinks and Read more…

A partially circular route, 9 km, 650m ascent, about 5 hours at a medium pace. On the slopes of the buttress the narrow, slightly overgrown and sloping path zig-zags over reasonably exposed terrain. A very satisfying ‘summit’ with views of surrounding and distant mountains. For more details and to book Read more…

Day one. Welcome and arrival introduction at Nigramoep Slowliving Guest Farm. Drive to Nigramoep’s base camp in the canyon, book in at base camp. Dinner served in marquees tent. Day two. Hiking starts from base camp onto an old gravel road between rocky hills adjacent to the canyon, quiver trees waiting Read more…

Fun day of sport climbing. Location to be confirmed, depending on weather. This is a joint meet with MCSA Stellenbosch. We will set up some beginner-friendly top-ropes. Possibility of multi pitch climbing for those who are keen. Experienced will be paired with inexperienced to show them the ropes. Difficulty/grading: Beginner Read more…

We will hike up to Kasteelberg peak via Pulpit rock from Riebeeck West side at a relaxed pace. There will be light scrambling and some bundu bashing, the old trail is overgrown. Rain will cancel or postpone the hike. Contact Albert Cornelissen on Whatsapp at 082 851 2575

Tulbagh waterfalls – NOT Murludi – along the Obiqua Mountains. A relatively easy route on path above and along a gushing river and through wonderful rock formations. About 5 hours with stops, 8.5 km, 300 m ascent. Lunch at a splendid waterfall. The very brave can swim!! For more details Read more…

We meet 9am at the Kleinmond golf course parking. Contourpath then up the endless steps to Three sisters at a normal pace. Contact Thordis Sixt on 083 454 6660