Easy multi-pitch
Your first day linking pitches, on moderate granite with abseil descents.
Spitzkoppe
What to expect
This is a day for climbers who are comfortable on single-pitch routes and want to go higher. It starts with single-pitch warm-ups, so you can get used to the granite and its friction.
Then you move onto an easy multi-pitch line on the base domes. Your guide leads each pitch and brings you up to the stance, and on the way you learn belay changeovers and how to manage the rope at a hanging stance.
The way down is by abseil, taught step by step. Keeping the grade gentle lets you concentrate on the systems, which is the foundation for the bigger routes.
- Moderate multi-pitch lines on the base domes
- Belay changeovers and abseils taught on the way
- Full technical rack and ropes supplied
What’s provided, what to bring
Provided
- Certified lead guide
- Full technical rack and ropes
- Harnesses and helmets
- Safety briefing and permits
- First-aid kit
Bring
- Comfortable climbing shoes
- Chalk bag
- 2 litres of water
- Approach shoes for the descent
Good to know
On the day
- We supply ropes, harnesses, helmets, belay devices and the trad rack.
- Bring your own climbing shoes and chalk bag; fit is personal.
- April to October is the best season: 18–26 °C days and cool rock.
- In summer we start at dawn and follow the shade.
- Every outing carries a first-aid kit; climbers should hold travel insurance that covers rescue.
Booking
- Rates are per person per day, with a minimum of 2 guests. Group discounts on request.
- Meals and drinks, accommodation, transport are not included.
- Booking a day at Spitzkoppe without one of our packages adds a guide drive-out fee of N$3,500 per booking.
- 50% deposit secures your booking; the balance is due 7 days before departure.
- The meeting point and start time are confirmed when you book.
Cancellation terms and discounts are in the rates and booking section.
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