Monkey Swings 8km Hike10 Special Edition

🐒 MONKEY SWINGS
EKSDERDE SPECIAL EDITION
🌿 AN EXTENDED YOUTH & FAMILY ADVENTURE 🌿
MONDAY • 5 OCTOBER 2026
📍 Trail Kiosk • George
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🐒 ARE YOU READY TO SWING INTO ADVENTURE?
Join us for a very special Eksderde Youth Edition adventure at the foot of the magnificent Outeniqua Mountain Range.
This approximately 8 km hike takes you deep into a beautiful foresty environment filled with lush vegetation, fynbos, mountain scenery and hidden surprises.
Along the way, we'll discover:
🐒 Monkey Swings
🚇 A Secret Tunnel
🏞️ Arch Dam
💦 A Hidden Waterfall
🌿 Beautiful Fynbos & Forest
⛰️ Outeniqua Mountain Scenery
And, of course, there will be plenty of opportunity to have some fun on the swings!
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🎶 THIS ONE IS A LITTLE DIFFERENT...
WE'VE EXTENDED THE ADVENTURE!
This Special Edition hike has been extended to make space for a very special Eksderde moment.
A special message accompanied by a song will form part of the day — creating a meaningful experience that goes beyond simply walking the trail.
So come prepared for an adventure, a little fun, beautiful surroundings...
…and something special along the way. ❤️🎶
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🥾 THE HIKE
Distance: ±8 km
Total Elevation: ±335 m
Difficulty: 5/10
Estimated Duration: ±4–5 hours
Fitness Level: Reasonably fit & strong
This is an off-road adventure hike involving uneven terrain and natural forest trails.
Participants should be reasonably fit and strong and comfortable walking on natural, uneven surfaces.
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 FAMILY FRIENDLY
This adventure is ideal for families, young explorers and anyone who enjoys discovering beautiful places off the beaten track.
Come explore, swing, discover and make memories together!
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📍 MEETING POINT
TRAIL KIOSK — GEORGE
Camphersdrift Street, at the top of Arbour Road, George
🕗 Meet: Around 07:45
🥾 Hike starts strictly: 08:00
Please arrive in good time so that we can get everyone ready and depart promptly.
🗺️ LOCATION
Trail Kiosk, George
Google Maps location provided with the event information.
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🎟️ TICKETS
YOUR ADVENTURE STARTS HERE!
Tickets can be obtained through Entry Ninja:
https://www.entryninja.com/events/84407-monkey-swings
*MONKEY SWINGS — EKSDERDE SPECIAL EDITION*
Monday, 5 October 2026
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🎒 COMPULSORY ITEMS
Please ensure that you have the following with you:
- Suitable lightweight hydration pack, backpack or hip pouch
- Sufficient hydration / bottled water
- Sunscreen
- Hat / headgear
- Suitable non-slip off-road hiking shoes
- Snacks
- Lightweight windproof jacket
- Fleece / mid-layer depending on the weather
- Your own personal emergency items, such as:
- Bandage
- Small petroleum jelly
- Blister plasters
- Other personal essentials
⚠️ IMPORTANT
Normal sneakers and road-running shoes are NOT suitable for this hike.
The route includes natural, uneven and off-road terrain. Please wear appropriate hiking shoes with good grip.
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✨ OPTIONAL ITEMS
You are welcome to bring:
🧤 Fingerless gloves
🥾 Hiking poles
🧢 Beanie
🧣 Buff
🕶️ Sunglasses
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📱 EVENT COMMUNICATION
All communication relating to the hike will take place through the dedicated WhatsApp group:
https://chat.whatsapp.com/Enyyde93qLzIGev2NjXHp5?s=cl&p=a&mlu=0
Please join the group before the event so that you receive all important announcements, updates and final information.
WHATSAPP GROUP
Monkey Swings — Eksderde Special Edition
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ℹ️ MORE INFORMATION
For any other information, please contact:
MARIÀN
📞 063 697 7726
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🌿 COME FOR THE ADVENTURE...
🐒 STAY FOR THE SWING...
🎶 LEAVE WITH A MEMORY.
MONKEY SWINGS
EKSDERDE SPECIAL EDITION
MONDAY • 5 OCTOBER 2026
±8 KM • ±335 M ELEVATION • ±4–5 HOURS
🐒 🌿 ⛰️ 💦 🎶
An adventure for the young, the young-at-heart, and the whole family.