

# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Tonnelbos ~ Leaky Dam 17,5km Circuit
- **Event Start and End Date**: Tue, 24 Mar, 2026 at 07:00 am – Tue, 24 Mar, 2026 at 12:00 pm (+02:00)
- **Event Description**: The Tonnelbos → Leaky Dam ±17.5 km circuit from the Garden Route Botanical Garden isn't just a garden stroll. It’s one of the more rewarding (and underrated) routes in the George / Outeniqua area. 

🥾 Overview of the route
Distance: ±17–18 km
Duration: 4.5–6 hours (depending on pace &amp; stops)
Elevation: ~500–700 m gain (varies by exact line)
Difficulty: Moderate → challenging
Start/Finish: Botanical Gardens (Van Kervel Nature Reserve) 

This loop links together:
Braambos / contour paths
Tonnelbos forest section
Leaky Dam area
Forestry roads + singletrack + short technical sections 

🌲 What makes this route special
1. Incredible variety
You move through multiple landscapes:
Indigenous forest (Tonnelbos)
Fynbos-covered slopes
Pine plantation sections
Open viewpoints over George &amp; the dam
The Garden Route area is known for this biodiversity mix. 

⛑️ Please take note of the compulsory Emergency Kit required for all hikes by Venture Butik. (We have a Compact Kit available for all your future hiking excursions - DM me to order). 

Required items:
Suitable lightweight hydration pack or backpack
1–2 litres of water (depending on the distance)
Sunscreen
Hat
Shoes with proper grip
Trail snacks / hiking food
Lightweight windproof jacket or fleece
Beanie and gloves (depending on the weather)
A waterproof jacket is also recommended
Tip: It’s always best to dress in layers.
✨ Optional items:
Fingerless gloves
Hiking poles
Buffs
Coffee
♡ Meeting time: Please arrive at the gathering point around 06:45. (Pin drop will be communicated)
♡ Hike starts: 07:00 sharp. 

📱 Communication will take place on the following WhatsApp group:
https://chat.whatsapp.com/K5bE7CKzhrrIFv97rUQneH?mode=hq2tcla 

For bookings or any other information, please contact Mariàn on 063 697 7726.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/george/tonnelbos-~-leaky-dam-175km-circuit/200029839392947
- **Event Categories**: trips-adventures, trekking, meetups
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 4

## Ticket Details

- **Ticket URL**: http://facebook.com/200029839392947?utm_source=AllEvents.in&utm_medium=event-discovery-platform&utm_campaign=george-events

## Event venue details

- **city**: George
- **state**: WC
- **country**: South Africa
- **location**: Garden Route Botanical Gardens
- **lat**: -33.9578525
- **long**: 22.424551
- **full address**: Garden Route Botanical Gardens, George, Western Cape, South Africa

## Event Organizer details

- **affiliate_id**: 2
- **organizer**: VENTURE BUTIK (https://allevents.in/org/venture-butik/25613569)

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Tue, 24 Mar, 2026 at 07:00 am (+02:00)
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
  - **A:** Garden Route Botanical Gardens, George, Western Cape, South Africa
- **Q**: Who is organizing the event?
  - **A:** VENTURE BUTIK
- **Q**: What type of event is this?
  - **A:** trips-adventures, trekking, meetups
- **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about Tonnelbos ~ Leaky Dam 17,5km Circuit ?
  - **A:** You can find ticket details about this event on AllEvents.

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