Over the Berg | Cape Nature Walks

A 40km trail from river lodge to beach house, through nature and marine reserves, over and under mountains, wading through secluded river systems on private land. It’s all part of the adventure. If you ready for something a little different come and explore this wilderness with us.

Doug and I will be hosting and guiding you on this wonderful experience, a real treat for us to spend time with like minded people.

This trip starts on a Monday at Elgin River Lodge. The second night is at the Koegelberg Eco Cabins, where we have exclusive use of the camp, and there is no cell phone reception there. Then we walk to Meerensee, where we transfer back to Elgin River Lodge for the last night.

Just arrive, park your car, pack away your keys and start the beautiful unwind from day to day living and get ready for a little ‘me time’. The Trail from Elgin River Lodge to Meerensee is around 40km long, it’s a proper adventure.

The below itinerary is the bones of the memories we will create. Having done this so often I absolutely understand that the journey always deviates so the below is just a guide to help bring us back on course when we start too meander. I promise to show you an unforgettable experience in nature, with great food and laughter, and of course more than a few spontaneous moments thrown in for the good old diary of our life.

Barge trip down the river sipping on champagne
One night in the world renowned Koegelberg Eco Cabins
Time in the wild with no contact with the outside world
Fun around the bonfire at Elgin River Lodge
A huge sense of achievement

Monday

4pm : Barge trip sipping on champagne
7:30pm : Delicious dinner followed by a night cap around the bonfire

Tuesday

7am : Rise and shine with breakfast and coffee overlooking the Palmiet River
8am : 20km trail through the World Heritage Koegelberg Biosphere, BIG mountain, Beautiful Fynbos
Packed lunch and trail snacks provided
4pm : Arrival at Koegelberg Eco Cabins and kick back
7:30pm : Dinner under the stars, hopefully!!!

Wednesday

7am : Rise and shine with breakfast and coffee overlooking the Palmiet River Valley
8am : 20km walk through the Palmiet River and Estuary, along Kleinmond Sea Path finishing on a section of untouched, pristine beach to Meerensee
Packed lunch and trail snacks provided
2pm : Cooler box of ice cold drinks after a long day out
Transfer back to Elgin River Lodge
7:30pm : Massive bonfire and beautiful dinner back on the banks of the Palmiet River

Thursday

8am : Leisurely breakfast at the lodge
Optional 3km stroll around the lodge or guests are welcome to chill
11am : Home time, turn your cell phone back on!!!

First and Last Night: Elgin River Lodge

Twin beds or king bed with en suite bathrooms

Second Night: Koegelberg Eco Cabins

We will be staying in a cluster of Cape Nature’s cabins
There is a combination of double and single beds
Shared and en-suite bathrooms
The camp is set in the Koegelberg Valley towards the mouth of the Palmiet River

All Meals are included
Trail snacks and drinking water provided
Drinks need to be purchased from the on site bar at Elgin River Lodge
You may bring your own drinks for the second night at the Eco Cabins

R10 500 per head
Minimum 16 people, maximum 18
Cost is inclusive of all meals, accommodation, activities, MS to BQ transfer and spoils.
All alcoholic and soft drinks for your own account.

Hightlights

Barge trip down the river sipping on champagne
One night in the world renowned Koegelberg Eco Cabins
Time in the wild with no contact with the outside world
Fun around the bonfire at Elgin River Lodge
A huge sense of achievement