Jonkershoek Panorama Circuit

CapeNature lists the Panorama Circuit as 17km and about six hours: a steep climb to a contour below the Banhoek peaks, then Bergriviernek, the Dwarsberg plateau and a descent past Tweede and Eerste Waterval. A short detour from Kurktrekkernek reaches Guardian Peak (1,227m). GPS tracks often read shorter than the official 17km — we publish the reserve figure. No access after 10:00; everyone must be out by 18:00. From 23 March 2026, circular-route parking is closed until further notice: use the outside parking and walk about 5km to the trails. Day-access tariffs on the reserve page have shown both R70 and R50 — confirm at the MTO gate or on the official page. Permits can be bought via the MTO website or at the gate. Office: 087 087 4118.

Before you go, read Jonkershoek hiking guide.

Other listings in Stellenbosch: Assegaaibosch Nature Reserve Picnic Site , Jonkershoek Nature Reserve , Spier Picnics , Swartboskloof to Sosyskloof Loop , Swartboskloof Trail , Tweede Waterval (Second Waterfall) Trail .

Questions

How hard is Jonkershoek Panorama Route?

Jonkershoek Panorama Route is graded hard and typically takes about 6 hours over 17 km. Difficulty grades are set by the reserve or operator, not a national standard — read the safety note on the listing before you go.

Are dogs allowed at Jonkershoek Panorama Route?

Dogs are not allowed at Jonkershoek Panorama Route.

When is Jonkershoek Panorama Route open?

No access after 10:00; everyone out by 18:00. Reserve: winter (1 May–31 August) 08:00–16:00; summer (1 September–30 April) 07:00–16:00.

Where do you park for Jonkershoek Panorama Route?

CapeNature: circular-route parking closed from 23 March 2026 until further notice. Use the outside parking and walk about 5km to the trails. Confirm on the reserve page before you drive.