Mission statement ...of the Johannesburg Hiking Club is to ensure and organise a continuing programme of hikes and hiking related events, and to foster a sense of responsibility towards the environment within which its hiking activities take place.
Take a hike ...interested?Hiking trails in South Africa and in the Magaliesberg, where you will meet like minded outdoor and conservation orientated people who wear heavy boots and smell like the mountain air. Youthful, midweek and Sunday hikes, backpacks, base camp weekends, slide show/club eve and social events. Hiking in South Africa can be fun - try us!
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Any queries or bookings, kindly contact the club administrator: 011 462 2993.
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C = Constantia Park (Outside Gateway House): F = Fourways Mall (Outside Game Main Entrance) B = Book with leader: * = Leader of the day # = Co-leader |
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TRANSPORT FEE: Sunday hikes – fee indicated is per person, approximate and based on 4 in vehicle BOOKINGS: Members receive preferential bookings. |
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Date |
Event |
Description |
Fri 1-Sun3
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Hutted backpack in Rustenburg Nature reserve. |
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Sun 3
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Bergheim Hike & Braai |
It’s a steep ascent but there is excellent hiking on top. Spring is here! Perhaps you can cool down in the pools on top. Afterwards return to a swim and Braai. |
Wed 6 |
Segwati Hike |
A favourite. Lots of game to be seen along the way. Packed lunch afterwards and perhaps a swim. |
Sun 10 |
Castle Gorge Hike |
Wind carved stone statues, shady kloofs and cool waterfalls. What more could you ask for? |
Tues 12 |
Slide show-Club Evening |
‘The Enchanted Islands – A Journey to Ecuador & Galapagos Islands’ By Howard Rayner |
Wed 13 |
Suikerbosrand Hike |
Easy along rolling hills. Perhaps spot some game and bird life. |
Fri 15 |
Barnyard Theatre |
Join us for a club social at the Barnyard Theatre at Cresta. Details to be advised. |
Sun 17 |
Mokabi Hike |
A zigzag path will leads to superb views of the amphitheatre. Walk along the knife-edge between north and south Magaliesberg. |
Sun 17 |
Youthful-Bergheim Hike |
It is a steep ascent but there is excellent hiking on top. Perhaps a dip in the pools. Return to a refreshing swim and Braai. |
Wed 20 |
Groenkloof hike |
Near the Fountains in Pretoria. Enjoy this pleasant hike. Several species of game to be seen. |
Fri 22-Mon 25 |
Youthful – Didima Gorge Drakensberg – Wilderness Trail |
3 day backpack. Hike into Didima Gorge on Saturday; spend the night in Leopard Cave. Hike to Eland Cave and other rock art sites on Sunday. Spend the night in Poachers Cave and hike out on Monday. |
Fri 22 –Mon 25 |
Entabeni – Northern Limpopo – Hutted Trail. |
A hutted backpack. |
Sat 23 – Mon 25 |
Mahai (12) – Base camp |
Camping in own tents in the beautiful Drakensberg. Saturday night Potjie Booking with Rob essential. |
Fri 22 pm - Sun 24 |
Facilities open to all. Laze, walk, bird watch, socialise or help with maintenance. Sat evening s/c braai. Own or official hike on Sun. |
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Sun 24 |
Foothold Hike & Braai |
Ascend via the chain ladder or perhaps up through the Footloose Gully. A magnificent panorama waits once top. Enjoy a braai with friends afterwards. |
Sun 24 – Fri 29 |
Wild Coast Meander |
Enjoy walking beautiful beaches of the Wild coast. Staying in hotels from Kob Inn to Morgans Bay. All meals included. |
Wed 27 |
Castle Gorge Hike |
Explore this magnificent area on spring day. Easily one of our best hikes. |