This is a leisurely walk that will take you through the forest, up and along towards Constantia Nek. The actual walk is very easy going and takes you along gravel road and a few small paths. So, to be safe we have removed that swimming is allowed.Hi there, where can we find the activity cards if we want to bring our dog along? Some people also like to do the hike from the Kirstenbosch Rycroft Gate, if this route in chosen you will need a green card, activity card or pay entrance into the gardens. It takes you into the ravine, and then around Cecilia Ridge into Cecilia Ravine. From the car park you will walk up a gradual incline, but nothing overly strenuous. Generally the footpaths are wonderful for summer as most of any walk is beneath trees (those that have managed to withstand the rather ruthless elimination of ‘invader species’). Waterfall is a farm in KwaZulu-Natal and has an elevation of 262 meters. Another beautiful walk right on my doorstep! Cecilia Forest Hike, Cape Town Posted on March 10, 2013 by Dan This one’s a great introduction to hiking in the mountains behind Cape Town, is easy, but nevertheless makes for a delightful morning or afternoon’s outing, with much more than expected in the way of views, flora and fauna. (Photo by Helen) (Photo by Michele) The contrast to the slopes was marked: it was so cool, green and dark in the forest. This walk is achieved both via the above-mentioned car park, or from Kirstenbosch . Starting from the Cecilia Forest parking lot on Rhodes Drive in Constantia in the Southern Suburbs, Cecilia Waterfall lies beautiful hidden away among the thick forest and lush vegetation of Cecilia Forest, with a number of different pathways through the forest to explore. There are a couple of streams along the way which allow you to take a welcoming sip of cool mountain water, but be sure to take some other refreshments along. Another beautiful walk right on my doorstep! This is a moderate hike that takes about 2.5 hours to complete.Situated in Table Mountain National Park in the south (via Constantia), the path is walkable and well-worn all the way to the waterfall, beyond which the gradient increases significantly should you wish to continue up to De Villiers Dam.Starting from the Cecilia Forest parking lot on Rhodes Drive in Constantia in the Southern Suburbs, Cecilia Waterfall lies beautiful hidden away among the thick forest and lush vegetation of Cecilia Forest, with a number of different pathways through the forest to explore.There is a map of the area printed on the signboard at the start of the jeep track close to the parking lot. Follow the trail (mainly stairs going up). A hidden treasure on Table Mountain, Cecilia Waterfall is easily accessible, quick to get to and the perfect location for a weekend picnic. There is a really interesting little section that that takes you off the road into a single track path. Sport: walking, Distance:4.83 miles / 7.78 km, route no: 4060902. Some people even say that there are forest fairies that live in the trees here… The route turns back just before Constantia Nek and heads back to Cecilia Forest via a lower trail. A second route leads to Cecilia Forest's waterfall. The trail is primarily used for hiking, nature trips, and bird watching. Because of the crowded trails around the primary waterfalls (High Falls, Triple Falls, and Hooker Falls), this guide focuses on other routes that avoid these high traffic areas and reveal other interesting features of the Forest.
Crossing the fallen tree at the waterfall, the pathway steepens dramatically as it continues through the overhanging vegetation before opening up along the slopes of the mountain.In the distance, breath-taking views of the Southern Suburbs and the ocean beyond come in sight as the still sandy pathway rises up, until, at its highest point, a clearly visible left turn is reached.Here, the pathway becomes more difficult to navigate, with bigger rocks and boulders to step over and pull yourself around – none too steep and no scrambling necessary, yet the path is steep, the rocks big, and there is no shade.