Cape Town

Autumn  (Apr-Jun):

Our preferred season for general climbing and adventuring. The days do start to get short but the wind and heat go away. The only real note is the saying: It always rains over the Easter Weekend.

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Winter (Jun-Oct):

Historically Cape Town was known for its long periods of rain in the winter, however global weather change seems to have reduced that drudgery. Early winter (1st 2 weeks of June) often has some of the finest days of the year! Winter is not over until end September with September actually offering some of the worst as far as storms go. The Rocklands season is best from Jun-late August where temps are crisp. Peninsular crags can be cold in the shade and actually quite pleasant in the sun.

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Spring (Oct - Nov):

We've given Spring a very short window primarily because of the late September winter storms and the arrival of the South Easter in late November. The difference between Spring and Autumn, from a climbing point of view, is related to the high water table / saturation after the winter rains which in extreme and rare cases impacts crag seepage. Other than that, a fine time of the year to adventure.

Travel:

Within the City itself the public transport system is very good - by South African standards - however, as with everywhere in South Africa, it is very difficult to rely on public transport to get to the crags (and hitchhiking carries its own risks)

Shopping:

Many shopping malls and so forth cater very well to the shopping needs, and Cape Town is the most Vegan / Vegetarian friendly City in South Africa. Climbing gear stores are limited (due to South Africa's small climbing community), but the available range is remarkably wide and comprehensive. Visit our store here.

Climbing Gyms:

Cape Town plays host to the largest Indoor Climbing Gym City Rock as well as the largest Bouldering gym Bloc11, both being very good facilities.

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