16 Mile Beach Adventure

Cnr Buitekant & Beach Rd, Yzerfontein, 7351

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Duration

3 Days

Tour Type

Specific Tour

Group Size

15 people

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Overview

The 16 Mile Beach Challenge in slack pack format between Yzerfontein and Langebaan offers a unique experience of the West Coast over the stretch of 1 night and 1 day with the option of a 2nd night after finishing the trial. The hike has been designed to suit any walking fit individual looking for a challenge and an escape from daily routine and includes a unique introduction to the region and specifically the West Coast National Park, tasting the acclaimed local wines before enjoying a typical West Coast dinner and walking the pristine 16 Mile Beach (26 km), a hike along the longest uninterrupted sand beach in South Africa.

The trail requires hikers to be walking fit on Level 4 and is suitable for a group or family but with no children under 16. Reservations for groups of 7 and maximum 15 are welcome. Wild Card holders will be refunded on Conservation fees when entering the park–please attach copy of valid Wild Card to entry.

Cost Breakdown

Group of up to 7 hikers (min 1)
R16 765 – R2395pp (1 night)

Group of up to 7 hikers (min 1)
R20 440 – R2920 pp (2 nights)

Group of up to 15 hikers (max 15)
R29 925 -R1995pp (1 night)

Group of up to 15 hikers (max 15)
R39 420 -R2628pp (2 nights)

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Itinerary

Day 1 Starts

13:30 to 14:00

13:30 Meet at Yzerfontein Sports Club / Lullas Restaurant for welcome drinks.
14:00 Depart to the NSRI station 34 where hikers will be briefed on the role of the NSRI on the West coast and hikers will get an overview of the Yzerfontein / Langebaan MPA and West Coast National Park.

Day 1 Ends

15:00 to 19:30

15:00 Walk from the Yzerfontein harbour to Schaap Island (30 min max) / photo opportunities.
16:00 Depart to overnight accommodation in Yzerfontein.
17:30 Wine tasting.
19:30 West Coast dinner.

Day 2 Starts

05:30 to 06:00

05:00 Depart to Yzerfontein Main Beach for walk to Tsaars Bank in The West Coast National Park.Note: vehicles will be parked at Community Hall area and will be supervised during the day by Yzerfontein Armed Response. 05:30/ 06:00 Hike commences (depending on weather conditionsand tides). It is compulsory for hikers to stop every hour for a 10 minute snack & drinks break during which time the guide willshare information of the area.

Day 2 Continued

14:00

14:00 Latest arrival time at Tsaarsbank in the West Coast National Park.The hike is expected to take between 5 and 8 hours depending on the fitness of the group (focus will be on each hiker finishing the trail, not the speed of the hike). Transport will be waiting upon arrival at Tsaarsbank –hikers will have an opportunityto view points of interest in the West Coast National Park, and take photographs, for approximately an hour.

Day 2 Ends

16:00 to 18:30

15:30 Arrival at the Yzerfontein Sports Club for celebratory drinks to toast the completion of the 16 Mile Challenge. Participants who complete the hike will receive a certificate to commemorate their achievement.
16:00 Hikers staying for a 2nd night depart to accommodation in Yzerfontein. Other hikers depart for home.
17:00 Reflecting on the walk, sharing personal experiences and take-away messages.
18:30 West Coast dinner experience.

Day 3

08:00 to 10:00

Breakfast and Farewell

Included/Excluded

WCNP fees
Accommodation in Yzerfontein on Day 1
Information session at NSRI
Wine tasting and dinner on Day 1
Breakfast pack & lunch snacks for Day 2
Transfers from WCNP to Yzerfontein on Day 2
Trail T-shirt for hikers completing the event
Accommodation on Day 2/3 (2 night package)
Dinner & Breakfast (2 night package)

Rates exclude Wine with Dinner on Day 1
Accommodation on Day 2 (1 night package)
Dinner on Day 2 (1 night package)

Tour's Location

Cnr Buitekant & Beach Rd, Yzerfontein, 7351

FAQs

Station 34 of the NSRI base in Yzerfontein is on standby to assist via sea on boats or with a quad bike on the beach for the first line of rescue. All hikers in the group should take notice of the following: Should any emergency occur, the group's pace and program will be influenced by the well-being of the hiker in physical distress and the hike will only continue once the hiker has been evacuated.

Own bedding & towels; Valid ID, Passport or Driver’s License; Valid Wild Card for West Coast National Park.

Comfortable day pack to carry the following items –hat, sunscreen, personal medication, 2 liter water, nutritious breakfast and lunch pack (provided) toilet paper, plastic bag for litter, light rain jacket , warmer jacket, comfortable walking shoes (trainers suggested for sandy conditions) and long socks and a head light for night walking.

Binoculars, cameras, cell phone

Temperatures vary depending on the season but this stretch of the coast has moderate temperatures between 15and 32 degrees / www. windguru.co.zaTides play an important role during the hike. As the beach has changed significantly in the past few years which means we have to take tides into account when doing this hikeas:the total walk takes place below the high tide indicators not to disturb any breading activities or sensitive animal life

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