The Biskop Coddiwomple: a full day of hiking, swimming, basking and drinks

A coddiwomple is to travel in a purposeful manner towards a vague destination. Embark on a rewarding 12km hike, starting at Lower Kloof Nek, with a total elevation gain of 450m. This hike takes you around the iconic Lions Head, offering breathtaking views of Cape Town, Fresnaye, Bantry Bay, Clifton and the Atlantic Ocean.
Swimming and soaking up the sun at Clifton's stunning 4 white sand beaches and Glen Beach, will add a nice summer flavour to this hike, so please bring along a swimming costume. Furthermore, hikers can expect to explore Maiden's Cove, Glen Beach and enjoy cold beverages at The Lawns at The Roundhouse Restaurant, before completing this Lions Head round trip.

Basic agenda.
Starting at the Lower Kloof Nek carpark, we follow a rocky footpath all along Signal Hill Drive towards a Kramat. Further on with Lions Head Path brings us to a bench just above The Rock. This is a stunning spot to have our first coffee break while enjoying the magnificent views and the stunning granite rock formations. After the Avenue Saint Leon path , we link up with Kloof Road until Biskop Steps is reached, giving this event its name.
We head down at Biskop steps, reaching Victoria Road and continue further to Clifton's Second Beach, Third Beach and Forth Beach. This is the perfect spot for swimming and basking in the sun or just having lunch. Next comes Maiden's Cove and Glen Beach. High tide will bring an extra layer of excitement to our journey towards Glen Beach when the waves will be crashing against the rocks and flooding the usual pathways. With each step, you feel the rush of adrenaline as you conquer the tidal obstacle course.
Finally we enter The Glen where we will find The Lawns at the Roundhouse restaurant, a great spot to relax and enjoy a drink. This place has a remarkable history! Read more about it on Google.
After a relaxing break, we make our way back to the car park at Lower Kloof Nek through The Glen, feeling accomplished and refreshed after a day of hiking and beach time.

Hike Details:
- Distance: 12km
- Elevation gain: 450m
- Grade 2B hike
- Duration: approximately 5-6 hours, depending on length of rest breaks.
- Difficulty: Moderate
- Features: Lions Head roundtrip, The Rock, Clifton Beaches, Maidens Cove, Glen Beach, The Roundhouse restaurant, The Glen.
- Essentials: Comfortable hiking shoes, hat, water, snacks, sun protection, swimming costume, towel.

Fee to join hike: R40. Cash on the day or EFT on the day:
Name of Acc: Boland Adventures
Capitec Savings account nr: 173 138 2780
Branch code: 470010
Reference: Your name, surname and name of hike.
Bring along: Hat, food, coffee/tea/cooldrink/2 lt water, First Aid kit, Rehidrate, swimming costume.
Indemnity: When attending this hike you indicate that you have read and accept our Indemnity as below.
Please inform Marius or Elaine of any medical conditions before the hike.
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