Tweede Tol camping with day hikes to Secret Waterfall and Limietberg trail

Tweede Tol is part of the Limietberg Nature Reserve near Wellington in the Western Cape. It has a vast 102 000 ha of mountains, wildlife and fynbos. The site is located at the original tollgate of the beautiful Bainskloof Pass, built in 1853, What makes it so popular is the incredible scenery and the exclusive use of the Wolwekloof River swimming holes, and Limietberg's hiking trails.
There are 6 places available to join a group of 20 adventurous Bolanders to explore this World Heritage site stacked with beautiful fynbos vegetation, waterfalls, swimming holes, potholes, rocky corridors, labyrinths and rock formations.

Tweede Tol campsite has 20 standard campsites, each with its own braai area. Hot and cold water ablutions are available as well as a jungle gym for children. Campsite arrival time is between 2pm and 6pm (8pm on Fridays) and departure time is 10am. Overnight camping rates exclude conservation fees and campers have exclusive use of the Wolwekloof River swimming holes. On departure at 10am, campers may pay the conservation day fee and move to the picnic area.

Environment and safety:
• There is no cell phone reception.
• Firearms and dangerous weapons are prohibited.
• No pets are allowed.
• Gas and wood braais are allowed but only at the designated points and fires must be completely extinguished on departure.
• To save the campsite's grass, please use ground sheet nets which allow the grass to breathe.
• Stay on trail paths, as shortcuts cause trampling and erosion.
• Take care not to litter, damage, disturb or remove vegetation or wildlife. Please do not collect firewood.
• Respect the tranquillity of nature and bring no generators, loud instruments or music equipment.
• Alcohol and drug abuse or misconduct of any form is prohibited.
• Nude tanning or swimming is not acceptable.
• Emergencies: 082 494 9707 (weekends)

Basic agenda:
Friday 6 December 2024:

• We will be arriving at Tweede Tol from 14:00 to set up camp. Normally by 18:00 in the evening, it's time to get the camp fires going, creating a joyful atmosphere in the camp on the banks of the cascading Wolwekloof river.

Saturday 7 December 2024:

• From 08:00 we set off to hike the Limietberg trail. This circular trail starts at the Tweede Tol campsite and is less than 6 km long. Although the trail is very short, enough time will be spent at the waterfalls and swimming holes of the Wolwekloof river. The first 2 km of this trail ascends 550 meters over rocky terrain. Hikers will be treated with rocky corridors, labyrinths and beautiful views until Wolwekloof River is reached. From here we follow the river downstream to the camp by swimming, hiking and bum sliding. Sure fun! Remember to bring your bathing costume.
• Back at the camp, everyone finds their own happy space until it's time to get the camp fires going at 18:00 for an enjoyable sociable braai.

Sunday 8 December 2024:

• A short inspirational message will be given at 08:00 before we pack up camp.
• We park the cars at the day visitors car park and start hiking from there all along Bains Kloof Road to Secret Waterfall. Secret Waterfall can be reached by the Rock Hopper trail all along the Witte River as well, but it will be too time consuming. The out and back trail to Secret Waterfall along Bains Kloof Road is just more than 5 km long. Sturdy boots and surefootedness will be required to cross the Witte River to reach the breathtaking Secret Waterfall, but it is all worth the effort!
• Cafe La Vita is a lovely restaurant just before Wellington where we may have a last super before returning home.

Cost:
The total cost per person per night is R190. The total amount of R380 per person excludes catering, R80 conservation fees and traveling costs. Wildcard holders do not have to pay conservation fees.

All persons entering this conservation area and using its facilities, do so entirely at their own risk. The Western Cape Nature Conservation Board and/or its employees and/or agents and/or its successors in title shall not be liable for any damage, loss, theft, injury, accident or death suffered by any person, however caused.