Guided hike at Cape PointShipwreck Trail
The Shipwreck Hike at Cape Point combines rugged coastal scenery with maritime history. The most popular route leads to the remains of the SS Thomas T. Tucker, which ran aground in 1942 during the Second World War. The path starts near the Cape Point parking area and follows sandy stretches, rocky shoreline and coastal paths to the wreck.
Prices
All rates include your guide, entry and ticket fees, and transport. Pick-ups 35 to 60 km from your hotel cost an extra R1 000. All rates are per person.
| Group size | Per person |
|---|---|
| 1 person | R3 500 |
| 2 people | R3 300 |
| 3 people | R3 200 |
| 4 people | R3 100 |
| 5 people | R3 000 |
| 6 people | R2 500 |
| 7 people | R2 400 |
| 8 people | R2 300 |
Before you hike
Bring the right kit, and have the forms ready. We’ll ask for the enrolment and indemnity forms when you book.
Questions
Good to know
How does the price work?
The price is per person and drops as your group gets bigger: R3 500 for one person, down to R2 300 each for a group of 8.
What is included?
All rates include your guide, entry and ticket fees, and transport. Pick-ups 35 to 60 km from your hotel cost an extra R1 000. All rates are per person.
Is it a private hike?
Yes. It is just your group, with a hike leader and a sweeper, walking at the pace of the slowest person.
Do I pay a deposit?
For bookings more than 30 days ahead, a 15% non-refundable deposit secures your date, with the balance due 48 hours before. Bookings within 30 days are paid in full when you book.
What if the weather turns?
Safety comes first, so we may change the route or timing. If we cancel because of the weather, you get a full refund.
Ready for Shipwreck Trail?
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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