THE DUNES
ONE OF THE MOST WELL-KNOWN 4X4 TRAILS IN THE WESTERN CAPE SITUATED IN LAMBERTS BAY
9 – 11 MARCH 2012
A MUST VISIT DESTINATION
Here is your opportunity to spoil the whole family and enjoy the beauty of the picturesque seaside village of Lambert’s Bay on the West Coast, only two and a half hours drive from Cape Town. The town attracts thousands of people annually, visiting places like Bird Island, where gannets, cormorants, penguins and seals can be viewed, as well as enjoying an unforgettable traditional meal at one of the many famous open-air restaurants. These are but a few activities we mention, ensuring your return to enjoy typical West Coast hospitability. No visit to this seaside town will be complete, for any 4x4 enthusiast, without a visit to The Dunes 4x4 Trail.
This trail is situated in a naturally formed dune area of approx. 350 hectares. It does not grow in size or move as many other dune areas have the tendency to do. The dunes are unique to this area and offer the participants various forms of challenge, under controlled conditions, without any major impact on the environment, while ensuring maximum pleasure for all. Under the ever-watchful eye of “Oom Joos” with his famous pipe car and your Cederberg 4x4 guide, you will have the opportunity to experiment with your vehicle by using different gear selections and just getting to know your vehicle better. At the same time you will be measuring your vehicle as well as your own limitations and knowing when not to overstep the line. Some of the key factors in getting over the dunes involve power, momentum and tyre pressure. As your technique and confidence grows, those seemingly impossible dunes, early in the morning, don’t look all that daunting as they day progresses. The day ends with interesting challenges at the famous camel dunes and a dune climb challenge. The trail distance is approx. 10km and can take between 4 to 6 hours to complete. Consensus of the group will determine when the activities in the dunes come to an end before we return to the camp.
If this will be your first visit to the picturesque seaside village of Lamberts Bay, we will virtually guarantee that you will return numerous times to enjoy everything this Seaside Village has to offer. If this is one of your return visits, all we can say is that you must enjoy the West Coast Magic that Lamberts Bay has to offer and rest assured this sea-side town will welcome you back time after time.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
All information supplied in the agenda is given in good faith by Cederberg 4x4 and compiled from the latest information available at the time. The activity times, as indicated on the agenda, are subject to change without notice and at the sole discretion of the guide.
Vehicles: Only vehicles with low range capabilities can be accommodated.
Grading: Trail grading is an average of between 2 - 3.
Nearest Town: Lamberts Bay.
Guide: Coenie Moll.
RENDEZVOUS
PLACE : THE DUNES 4X4 TRAIL approximately 10km from Lamberts Bay on the Clanwilliam Road.
DATE : SATURDAY, 10 MARCH 2012.
TIME : 08h30 Sharp. Please respect your fellow participants and be on time.
OPTIONAL - FRIDAY 9 MARCH 2012
All participants have the option of arriving Friday 9 March 2012 at the Lamberts Bay Caravan Park, where we will be setting camp for the weekend. The cost for this additional night will be for your own account and is payable upon arrival at the caravan park. Please announce your arrival with the guide. Should the guide not be available, please check with the manager of the park which section of the camp has been allocated to Cederberg 4x4.
SATURDAY 10 MARCH 2012
08h30 – Rendezvous at The Dunes where we will deflate tyres.
08h45 – Briefing on sand driving, where many hints and tips will be shared.
- Depart to drive The Dunes 4x4 trail.
12h30 – Enjoy a light, self-catering picnic lunch in the dunes.
14h30 – Complete the trail. Enjoy something at the Bush Pub before returning to the camp. Consider
visiting Bird Island or other places of interest in Lamberts Bay.
19h00 – Communal evening braai where Cederberg 4x4 formalities will take place.
SUNDAY 11 MARCH 2012
– Enjoy a self-catering breakfast at the camp.
10h00 – Rendezvous at the BP GARAGE from where we will depart for Cape Town via Elands Bay,
Dwarskersbos, Velddrift, St Helena Bay and Paternoster.
12h30 – Arrive at Paternoster Hotel where an optional lunch can be enjoyed. (Own account)
- Depart for home from Paternoster at your own time.
ABLUTION FACILITIES & ACCOMMODATION
As this weekend is offered as a camping weekend, everybody must be equipped accordingly.
We will be using the municipal camp in Lamberts Bay as our base for the weekend. Full ablution facilities with hot/cold showers and flush toilets are available at the camp.
FUEL STOPS EN-ROUTE
Ensure that your vehicle is refuelled PRIOR to the start of the briefing at The Dunes.
CATERING
Everyone must be totally self-sufficient with regards to all meals during the weekend.
GENERAL
• Please remember that no alcohol may be consumed by either the driver or passenger(s) whilst driving at any time. Please respect your guides and your fellow participants and save the alcoholic beverages until we return to the camp each day.
• WATER - is available at the campsite.
• WATER - Always advisable to bring own drinking water on excursions.
• WOOD – Wood can be purchased at the local SPAR.
• ICE – Ice can be purchased at the local SPAR.
• Garbage bins are available in the camp.
• A communal braai area will be determined on arrival at the campsite.
• Portable braais are welcome in the communal braai area.
• Bring braai grid, braai stand, tongs and other cooking/eating utensils.
• The days could be warm and the night’s cold. Pack clothing accordingly.
• Advisable to have a broad rim hat and sun block on hand.
• Always advisable to wear comfortable closed boots or shoes.
• It is advisable to always have an umbrella or awning available when on the trail.
• Use tie-down straps to secure all items packed as loose items can become missiles.
VEHICLE REQUIREMENTS
• All vehicles and Off-road trailers must be in sound mechanical condition.
• Always have your spare keys with you.
• Recovery points fitted to the front and rear on your vehicle are a prerequisite.
• Your own Kinetic/recovery strap will be advisable.
• A tyre pump and tyre pressure gauge will be required to deflate/inflate tyres.
• Please ensure that a fire extinguisher is mounted in your vehicle.
29 MHz TWO WAY RADIOS
Communication between participating vehicles on any 4x4 excursion is important for many reasons. It ensures the safety of drivers, passengers and vehicles while on a 4x4 trail, where drivers can communicate with one another as regards to their location and situation not to mention the interesting information that is shared with participants. The fun part is the many interesting stories that are shared among participants.
We suggest all 4x4 vehicles that don’t have a 29MHz two-way radio, HIRE one from us at a nominal fee of R100-00 for this excursion.
Should you be hiring a 29MHz radio, please ensure that your lighter socket is working. If you intend running more than one item from the lighter socket, ensure to have a double adapter handy as well as spare fuse for this excursion.
NB: If your vehicle is fitted with a 29MHz radio, please make sure that channels 1, 14 and 23 are open and working for this excursion.
Should you wish to make a once off investment and purchase a 29MHz radio, we have negotiated a special deal for all Cederberg 4x4 participants. For more information, contact Marina on 021 913 4632.
COST
R550-00 per vehicle.
R100-00 should your vehicle not be fitted with a 29MHz two0-way radio.
Optional – Friday evening camping at Lamberts Bay for our own account.
BOOKING AND PAYMENT CONDITIONS
Should you wish to join us on this excursion, please contact Marina immediately to obtain the booking form and banking details.
• We can only accommodate a maximum of 12 vehicles on this excursion.
• All Cederberg 4x4 excursions are subject to a minimum of 8 x vehicles.
• All bookings are made on a first-come-first-served basis.
• Cederberg 4x4 only confirms a booking upon receipt of your completed and signed booking form via e-mail or fax.
• Your completed and signed booking form is conformation of your booking and therefore subject to the condition on page two of the bookings form.
• The full amount is payable 14 days prior to the excursion.
PLEASE NOTE: NO PETS ALLOWED
FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT
COENIE on 083 675 6194 or MARINA on 021 913 4632
FAX: 021 913 2333
E-MAIL: info@cederberg4x4.co.za
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