Montagu

Only 200km away from Cape Town, Montagu is highly recognised as one of the best climbing destinations in the Western Cape due to the quantity and quality of routes. The area boasts more than 450 established climbing routes, ranging from beginner-friendly slabs to challenging overhangs and technical faces. The majority of routes are sport climbs, with well-bolted lines on sandstone. Climbers can find routes spanning a variety of grades, catering to all skill levels—from first-timers looking to learn the basics to seasoned crushers searching for high-end projects. Beyond the rock, Montagu provides a vibrant, friendly atmosphere with a close-knit climbing community.

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Seasons

Montagu’s climate is another factor that makes it a year-round climbing destination. With hot, dry summers and mild winters, there’s usually good weather for climbing, though cooler months are particularly favored for sending harder routes. Popular crags like The Steeple, The Farm, and Bosch Kloof offer not only excellent climbing but also breathtaking views of the surrounding valley and mountains.

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Accomodation

Local guesthouses, campgrounds, and climber-friendly hostels cater specifically to visiting adventurers, while several guiding companies offer courses, gear rentals, and guided climbs for those new to the area.

Guano Caves Resort
De Bos Backpackers
Glen Eden

When the day’s climbing is done, Montagu has plenty to offer off the wall, including natural hot springs, wine tasting, hiking trails, and a quaint town center filled with restaurants and coffee shops. This blend of top-quality climbing, scenic landscapes, and laid-back charm has solidified Montagu’s reputation as a must-visit climbing destination in South Africa.

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Single Pitch

Badkloof

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Boulder

Sport

Trad

Big wall

Alpine

Ice

A long and winding scenic kloof with many sport crags running along the river

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m ASL

Powerful

Overhang

Sport

Single Pitch

60m

Bouldering & Single Pitch

Riverside Crags

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Boulder

Sport

Trad

Big wall

Alpine

Ice

Easy access with varying aspect, these crags are deservedly popular. Recent developments have made for possibly the finest beginer-intermedate climbing in Montagu.

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AM Shade

PM Shade

Sport & Trad

Single Pitch

6+ Pitches

Single & Multi Pitch

Cogmans Buttress

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Boulder

Sport

Trad

Big wall

Alpine

Ice

The obviously prominent hulk of rock that dominates your view when exiting the tunnel and driving into Montagu Town. Home of a variety of multi pitch routes, with options for shade.

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1.5

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670

m ASL

Sport & Trad

AM Shade

60m

Steep

Vert

Single & Multi Pitch

Kalkoennes

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Boulder

Sport

Trad

Big wall

Alpine

Ice

Nestled within the picturesque landscape of its privately owned farm, Kalkoennes offers a truly unique climbing experience. Rustic accommodations for up to 20 guests complement exclusive access to the crag, which features a variety of routes ranging from serene slab climbs to thrilling multi-pitches. Booking of the property is strictly private, ensuring an intimate and secluded climbing adventure.

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330

m ASL

PM Shade

Sport

60m

Vert

Powerful

Single & Multi Pitch

Bosch Kloof

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Boulder

Sport

Trad

Big wall

Alpine

Ice

Offering high quality easy-intermediate routes with shade options for both morning and afternoon and short approaches, Bosch Kloof is deservedly popular. Bosch, Hilti and Twin Fin crags have some of the finest technical vert climbing around and are well worth a visit!

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0.7

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270

m ASL

2 Pitches

AM Shade

PM Shade

Sport

Technical

Single & Multi Pitch

Guano Caves

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Boulder

Sport

Trad

Big wall

Alpine

Ice

A multitude of sport and trad climbs from easy to more difficult and the choice of shade due to the different orientations of the walls.

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0.5

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485

m ASL

Sport & Trad

Vert

AM Shade

PM Shade

The Farm on Route 62

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Boulder

Sport

Trad

Big wall

Alpine

Ice

Another enjoyable climbing area along the R62, very close t Guano CAves.

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The Strait Jacket Wall

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Boulder

Sport

Trad

Big wall

Alpine

Ice

A red wall at the back of the kloof, high on the right hand side.

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Teddy Bear Sector

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Boulder

Sport

Trad

Big wall

Alpine

Ice

The series of ribs and cracks on the right side of the kloof, opposite the main wall.

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m ASL

Heart of Gold Wall

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Boulder

Sport

Trad

Big wall

Alpine

Ice

Contains some excellent routes.

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m ASL

Immortals Sector

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Boulder

Sport

Trad

Big wall

Alpine

Ice

A mix of slab and steep routes on either side of a cave.

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m ASL

Brain Drain wall

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Boulder

Sport

Trad

Big wall

Alpine

Ice

An orange-brown wall where you can get your crack climbing game on.

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m ASL

Bat wall

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Boulder

Sport

Trad

Big wall

Alpine

Ice

A small, steep crag with some good routes.

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m ASL

Bat wall

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Boulder

Sport

Trad

Big wall

Alpine

Ice

A small, steep crag with some good routes.

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m ASL

Main Wall Guano Caves

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Boulder

Sport

Trad

Big wall

Alpine

Ice

This wall has a handful of easy trad routes.

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m ASL

Single & Multi Pitch

The Farm

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Boulder

Sport

Trad

Big wall

Alpine

Ice

A prow with a collection of some good quality easier climbs, ranging from slab to vertical.

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m ASL

Black Slab Sector

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Boulder

Sport

Trad

Big wall

Alpine

Ice

This area has some lovely platforms that make it an attractive spot to hang out. Offers some easy slab routes.

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m ASL

The Nook

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Boulder

Sport

Trad

Big wall

Alpine

Ice

Offers both trad and sport and all day shade.

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m ASL

Trinity Slabs

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Boulder

Sport

Trad

Big wall

Alpine

Ice

Some enjoyable slab climbing.

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m ASL

Pump'kin Sector

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Boulder

Sport

Trad

Big wall

Alpine

Ice

A small sector with two routes.

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m ASL

God Child Sector

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Boulder

Sport

Trad

Big wall

Alpine

Ice

A range of styles including, slab, vert and overhanging in one sector. Long and interesting routes.

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Awestruck Sunny Side

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Boulder

Sport

Trad

Big wall

Alpine

Ice

A small sector with two routes. Buff-knee is not to be underestimated. Take an attentive belayer.

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m ASL

Awestruck Shady Side

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Boulder

Sport

Trad

Big wall

Alpine

Ice

A crag with all day shade and some enjoyable steep routes.

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m ASL

Le Pique-nique area

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Boulder

Sport

Trad

Big wall

Alpine

Ice

An area with quite a range in the grades and styles.

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m ASL

Snark Buttress

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Boulder

Sport

Trad

Big wall

Alpine

Ice

A short crag with some stiff grades. A good choice for winter as it is in the sun most of the day.

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m ASL

Seamster Wall

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Boulder

Sport

Trad

Big wall

Alpine

Ice

Holds some of the harder routes in Oorlogs.

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m ASL

Cuts Both Ways and Cowboy Sectors

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Boulder

Sport

Trad

Big wall

Alpine

Ice

A handful of routes that are sadly neglected.

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AM Shade

Morning ; Afternoon ; All Day or NO Shade

10B | Ch

Equipped with x number of Bolts & Chains (lower off rings)

Alpine

Area's or routes located in mountainous regions and requiring multiple mountain skills (navigation ; extreme weather ; self sufficiency ; remote )

Ice

Area or Route requires Ice Climbing and associated Winter skills

Sport

Area or Route is fully equipped as a sport climb. Separate distinction for # of PITCHES

Sport & Trad

Area or Route is a mixture of SPORT & Trad climbing styles

Trad

Area or Route requires Traditional equipment and experties

2 Pitches

Indicates the typical # of pitches of the area or route

Special

Indicates that a specialised Rack or Traditional equipment is typically required and will be mentioned in the Route Description BETA

Standard

Indicates that typically a Standard Traditional Rack will suffice. Typically in ZA that is a 8-10 Cams + 10-15 wires/nuts.

50m

Indicates the minimum length rope needed to typically climb safely.

Double

Typically climbed using half ropes

Corner

Climbs or mostly climbs a corner system. This often requires stemming as a technique.

Crack Climb

Follows a crack-system predominantly and may require good jamming technique.

Overhang

Indicates the overall style. Face climbing is steeper than slab usually on small holds and edges, often feeling delicate / insecure.

Overhang

Overhanging, usually involving roofs.

Powerful

Powerful style is often in conjunction with another style but feeling more powerful than is common for the style.

Slab

Usually not quite vertical and requiring smearing and friction techniques.

Steep

Consistently steeper than Vertical but not overhanging / roof-y

Technical

Additional to general styles, requiring careful sequence and thoughtful climbing.

Vert

General vertical climbing with no other defining style.

A bold lead

A bold lead with potentially serious consequences (including a ground fall) to falling off.

Crime

Beware of high incidence of crime

Exposed Sections

Beware of exposed sections

Flooding

Be ware of localised flooding and swollen rivers & river crossings

Highball

Warning - Highball boulder

Lightning

Beware thunderstorms and lightning

Scramble Sections

Sections involve scrambling and may require a rope

Different Start & End Point

The starting and ending points for this adventure are at different locations and may require seperate transport.

Water Shortage

Water can be scarce, be sure to carry sufficient.

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Seasons

Accomodation

Badkloof

Riverside Crags

Cogmans Buttress

Kalkoennes

Bosch Kloof

Guano Caves

The Farm on Route 62

The Strait Jacket Wall

Teddy Bear Sector

Heart of Gold Wall

Immortals Sector

Brain Drain wall

Bat wall

Bat wall

Main Wall Guano Caves

The Farm

Black Slab Sector

The Nook

Trinity Slabs

Pump'kin Sector

God Child Sector

Awestruck Sunny Side

Awestruck Shady Side

Le Pique-nique area

Snark Buttress

Seamster Wall

Cuts Both Ways and Cowboy Sectors

Trail

Distance

Elevation

Duration

Grade

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