Name: Crystal Pools Hike and SwimCrystal Pools Hike and Swim
Start: 2021-02-20
End: 2021-02-20
Location: Cape Town, South Africa

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Feb 20, 2021

Group size: 1 - 25

Crystal Pools Hike and SwimCrystal Pools Hike and Swim

Cape Town, South Africa

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NaN ZAR

Feb 20, 2021

Group size: 1 - 25

Transport
Comfortable off road vehicles for a smooth ride, social distancing and sanitation is practiced in all of our vehicles.
Qualified Guide
Jody knows this trail like the back of his hand and has great experience in guiding in the region.
Medic
An experienced and qualified medic will join the hike for extra security.
Yoga Instructor
Feel free to join Chad, your certified Yoga instructor. Join Chad for a quick meditation and Yoga stretch at the beginning and end of your hiking experience (30-45 min sessions)
Social Media Kit
High quallity 4K digital images and video of your hike. If you would like them printed and framed, let us know
Drinking Water
You'll get a complimentary 1 Liter fresh bottled water to help quench that thirst.
Superfood Smoothie
We'll throw in a superfood smoothie made with nutritious and healthy plant based ingredients for that vital energy boost.
Dr. Phil-afel Snacks
You'll get a packet of dried fruits and nuts for that extra energy boost.

After hike- City Tour

550 ZAR

Road Trip! 😎🚗
Road Trip! 😎🚗
Getting there 🚗
The day begins with a quick drive around to pickup everyone. Great music, fresh coffee and tea are available on the vehicle.

Once everyone has been gathered, we can start heading off to the beautiful Crystal pools. The drive is stunning. Here is the route that we will take 👇

We'll Drive out to Gordon’s Bay on the N2. At the stunning Sir Lowry’s Pass Village, we'll take the turn-off to Gordon’s Bay. We will reach a T-junction when we arrive at Gordon’s Bay — and then turn left onto the R44 (the coastal road that leads to Pringle Bay, Betty’s Bay, and finally Hermanus).

After 6.6km we will reach the PItstop Lodge: Grille shack, on the right-hand side of the road. Where we will check in for our Hike. 😍

Trip Highlights:

1. Sir Lowry's Pass

2.Sir Lowry's Pass Village

3. Gordon's Bay
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The HIke!
The HIke!
Let's get hiking!
This is the beginning of a great adventure. So much to see! So much to do!

The Crystal Pools are such a fitting reward for an absolutely stunning hike.

The Crystal Pools Hiking Trail offers a 2-kilometer-long hike to a series of mountain pools in Steenbras River Gorge. The trail starts about 6 kilometers past Gordons Bay along the R44, just after you’ve crossed the bridge over the mouth of the Steenbras River.

It starts out fairly easy but gets tougher as you ascend. Continue to follow the little yellow footprints to stay on the path. About 45 minutes from the start of the trail, you will come across the first pool. 🤸‍♀️

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The First pools
The First pools
Dip and Sip
As we hike along, we'll come across 2 pools before getting to the main one. These stunning pools offer a time to quietly reflect, explore nature and connect with the outdoors.

We'll take a few minutes at each pool just to soak it in. Feel free to join Chad for a breathing exercise and meditation for the ultimate connection with nature.
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The Main Pool
The Main Pool
Dip and Sip

When we get to the pool, we'll set out a table with a selection of fresh vegan treats and smoothies. You can dip in the wonderful pools, grab a snack or join Chad for a meditation/yoga session to stretch.

You can choose to rest and take a dip in a pool of refreshing mountain water (which we highly recommend) or hike further to the second pool, which is just ten to fifteen minutes away. Further up is the third pool which offers more swimming, kloofing, and cliff jumping opportunities as well as stunning scenic views of the area. The main water source of the pools is the Steenbras River.

The third pool is an ideal picnic spot. From the top, you can see the dam wall of the Steenbras Dam and panoramic views across False Bay to Cape Point in the other direction.
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Heading Back
Heading Back
Coming Home!
You know what they say "the walk back doesn't feel as long"

After such an amazing experience, you'll feel motivated and energized to take the hike back. The pools close at 7 pm, so we'll make sure you are home by 630pm. .

Our party continues with an evening out exploring some of Cape Town's finest cuisine, beverages, and culture. So feel free to join in. This extended trip option begins from 7 pm to 1030pm.
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