Monteseel

Overview

Monteseel is the oldest and most popular climbing destination in KwaZulu-Natal. With over 300 documented climbing routes (grades vary between 8 and 28), the area offers climbers of varying levels of skill, a range of climbing options. Most of the routes are only one-pitch and vary in height from 10m to 30m. The rock is sandstone of the Natal Group and is characterised by good edges and horizontal rails. The area is also a popular abseiling destination. There are a number of self-guided hiking trails in the area, with good birding opportunities.

Managing Agency: Private
Type: Adventure (Rock Climbing)
Facilities: Climbing and abseiling routes (See www.mcsa.org.za/kzn/monteseel/ms-menu.html for more information).
Wildways Adventures offer a training centre and cost-effective accommodation 200m
from the main climbing area
Opening Hours: All hours
Dogs: Yes

Driving Directions: Travel on M13 from Durban towards Hillcrest. Take the Old Main Road / Hillcrest off-ramp and turn right. Travel on Old
Main Road (R103) through Hillcrest and up Botha's Hill. Travel along the R103 and turn right into Michigan Street (follow Monteseel directional boards). Turn left at T-junction and right into Seeles Street. The parking area is situated on the left and the training centre on the right.

Travel time (from central Durban): 1 hour

Durban eThekwini Municipality South Africa
updated 03/2012 by Durban eThekwini Municipality South Africa