Boomslang Cave

Boomslang Cave
Boomslang is unique. Its probably the largest safe cave, that anyone can explore in the Cape Mountains. The cave goes straight through the mountain from one side to another, and you can enter in from either side. It is not dangerous, and there are no pits to fall down. There are a few bats in the cave, but they never come low enough to really frighten the tourists too much.

The cave is pitch dark, so good torches are required, and the ability to crawl does help to go right through the mountain. To help you with your caving trip its highly advised you download this cave map. Download Cave Map
A PDF is available below for downloading to provide you with full details on how to get to this incredible place, along with MAPS and interesting facts about the region.

Driving and Safety

How far do your drive?

<10 min from Cape Town.

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Driving Difficulty?

Tar all the way, no difficult or dangerous inclines or road

Personal Safety

Low risk

Parking

Public Parking near an open highly used road



How wild, beautiful and Spectacular

How Unknown?

50% of the hiking population know this place

How Wild?

The wildness of this area is ranked 2/10

How Spectacular?

Spectacular.

How beautiful?

Medium Beautiful

Walking and Danger

How Tough

Moderate - Climb max 300-500 metres up eg Lions Head

Time it takes one direction, no stopping

1 hr Half Day, Low fitness . Allow 4 hours+ for this walk.

Path Quality

Path is less clear but still easy and solid

No Path whatsover

4% is not a path at all.

Exposure?

Path is not exposed

Rock Scrambling

Hands are never used, and no rock scrambling or climbing

Suitable for 9-11 yrs old?

Suitable

All our walks/hikes/explorations are not suitable for less than 9 year olds. 12 years old plus generally can cope with a lot with the right encouragement.

Download the PDF to get...

Detailed instructions on how to get there
A Map Layout
Hints and tips about the area