Skeleton Gorge to Cecilia Ridge - Kirstenbosch

Park at the top gate of Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens and head along the path next to the restaurant toward Skeleton Gorge. After reaching the top of Skeleton Gorge, continue along the path past Nursery Ravine until you meet the concrete road. Pass the Overseers Cottage on your left and look for the trail leading down Cecilia Ridge. Follow this route until it joins the contour path, and then make your way through the gardens to return to the parking area.

Note: Entrance fee of R140 and ID required.

Meeting Point: Top Gate Kirstenbosch

Meeting spot: Google Maps Location

Hiking Time: 3hrs

Distance: 7.62km

Elevation: 665m

Grade: Moderately Strenuous

🐶 Not dog friendly

Route Notes: The path is steep both up and down and includes some easy scrambling. It is a safe route provided one stays on the path. On the up route, stay on the Skeleton Gorge watercourse after the ladders until you see a clear path to the right. Likewise on the down route be careful to not veer from the path.

Hiking Map: Skeleton Gorge and Cecilia Ridge AllTrails Map or download GPX Route