Giba Gorge Mountain Bike Park (Closest City/Town: Pinetown / Durban)
Kwazulu - Natal - Holiday Coast
Giba Gorge Mountain Bike ParkCLOSEST TOWN > Pinetown / Durban TRAIL DESTINATION > Giba Gorge Mountain Bike Park DISTANCE > Various
GRADING > Moderate to extreme |
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OVERVIEW The trail Centre lies at the end of 4km of good quality gravel road and is accessed through the Check-in desk where an indemnity form must be signed. On your bike The trail is set on 250 ha of powdery red soil. Trained guides can accompany you to show you the best trails for your ability. The trails are all hand-made which makes them smooth. The 7km loop is the most radical option and runs right up against the N3 freeway at its westernmost point, then dives down through a gum plantation which will eventually be restored with indigenous trees. Being hand-made, the trails allow some tight cornering and all protruding rocks and tree stumps are clearly marked with white paint. Off the bike Giba is also open to hikers, birders and backpackers, with plans to open a B&B high up on the hill. there is a conference centre, showers, a bike wash (R10 per bike), a coffee bar, an indigenous plant nursery and a dedicated bike repair workshop, all within a 150 square metre area. The Check-in area offers optional energy drinks for anyone with a sieve for a brain. CONTACT: Ian Wilson - 073 153 0986 Cliff Gore 082 454 8561 Email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it Visit: http://www.gibagorge.co.za
GPS: 29°49′37.83″S 30°46′ 52.25″E |
FAST FACTSGRADING: Moderate to extreme DURATION: Varies depending on route chosen CONFIGURATION : Loops from the Main Office START POINT: xxx TERRAIN: Man-made trails MAP: xxx CELL RECEPTION: xxx ENTRY REQUIREMENTS: R10 FACILITIES: Conference centre, showers, bike wash, coffee bar, indigenous plant nursery, dedicated bike repair workshop. BEWARE OF: xxx |
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HOW TO GET THERE Travelling on the N3 north towards Pietermaritzbur Take the Stockville Rd offramp (before the Mariannhill Toll Plaza) Keep making a right turn till you double-back under the freeway. Take the next right towards Stockville Quarry (dirt road). Follow the dirt road for approx 3 kms past Zorg's Spot. Just before the quarry (weighbridge office), make a short left turn. Turn right towards the big thatched building.
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