Waterval Boven Guide - December 2011.pdf - Climb ZA

If you want to burn a few calories on your rest day, the mountain-biking is incredible;
the bikers rave about miles and miles of single track (whatever that is). The kayaking,
horse-riding and fly-fishing are also reported to be wonderful; ask at Roc and Rope.
If you feel like seeing some civilization, cruising malls, going to the cinema, sitting in
coffee shops etc..go to Nelspruit, the nearest large town/city to Boven. It‟s an easy 1
hour drive east on the N4. The Riverside Mall is reputed to have it all!
What gear?
The usual climbers kit plus..
15 draws will get you up and down almost everything.
A 70-metre rope will get you down from almost all of the climbs; a 60 will be
enough for 95 percent of the climbs. Always tie a knot in your rope if it looks
like a longish climb.
Bring a down-jacket, whatever time of year it is. It can be chilly even in
midsummer! A rain-coat can be handy, especially during summer, but is not
essential.
Finger-tape can be handy if you are going to try some of the harder/crimpier
lines. The rock is very easy on the skin, but a small hold is a small hold…
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