A bestseller for 21 years, Mike Lundy’s Best Walks in the Cape Peninsula remains one of the most popular books on hiking in Cape Town.

Each of the 30 day walks in this classic collection has been carefully chosen because of a particular point of interest, be it a waterfall, grotto, yellowwood grove, shipwreck or spectacular viewpoint. The routes range from challenging climbs to the top of Table Mountain to leisurely strolls among the fynbos or along city beaches, and will appeal to hikers of all levels of experience – whether aspiring ramblers or diehard adventurers.

A simple grading system, information on the average hiking time, notes on the availability of water and practical advice on mountain safety and weather conditions ensure that the hiker is given a clear idea of what to expect. Every walk is accompanied by an accurate map and an easy-to-follow route description, spiced with historical snippets and nature notes.

For this eighth edition, all route descriptions and maps have been brought up to date, the design and typography have been given a fresh, modern look and photographs and illustrations add lively interest. With so many spectacular walks to choose from in the Cape Peninsula, Mike Lundy’s Best Walks in the Cape Peninsula is the ultimate authority on the best and quickest escape from the rat race – even if only for a day.

This informative guide inspires everyone, whether fit or unfit, elderly or very young, to get out there and do it!

Easy Walks In The Cape Peninsula introduces an undemanding walk — in and around Cape Town — for every weekend of the year.

These walks have been carefully chosen because of particular points of interest such as:

• waterfalls,
• caves,
• unusual flora or
• spectacular views

Each includes an accurate map, an easy-to-follow route description, information on the average hiking time and the availability of water, as well as practical advice on mountain safety and weather conditions, interspersed with lively historical anecdotes and environmental notes.

For this edition, all route descriptions and maps have been meticulously updated, and it also includes a brand new walk.

The routes range from relatively strenuous climbs to the top of Table Mountain to a leisurely stroll along Noordhoek Beach. A simple grading system, notes on the availability of water and practical advice on mountain safety and weather conditions ensure that the hiker is given a clear idea of what to expect. Every walk is accompanied by an accurate map and a clear route description, spiced with historical snippets and nature notes.