Take Back Our Mountains non-profitCommunity safe hikes and runs
Safety in numbers: organised group hikes, trail runs and rides through the hotspots.
The Western Cape’s mountains, beaches and coastal views make Cape Town the adventure capital of South Africa. Take Back Our Mountains brings locals and international visitors together to enjoy them safely: a platform for hikers, runners and cyclists to join organised events and meet people who love the outdoors.
Safety in numbers is where TBOM began, with monthly hikes through the worst-affected areas drawing hundreds of people. Our events have marshals, radios and safety gear, so everyone gets home safely.
From the field
More of our work
- Visitor safety patrolsVolunteers patrolling high-risk areas of the mountain, as the eyes and ears on the ground.
- Environmental clean-upsOver 1,000 bags of litter out of the Masiphumelele wetlands in 2023 alone.
- Bark-stripping and snare patrolsTracking illegal bark stripping in Newlands Forest and removing snares from the wetlands.
- Charity & youth outreachSchool hikes and environmental tours for children, and food for people in need.
Want to hike, patrol or clean up with us?
Send us a WhatsApp with your date, how many of you there are and where you are staying, and we’ll come back to you with what happens next. Prefer email? info@takebackourmountains.org
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