Date: 2026/08/01 Saturday
Time: 9:00
Meet spot: https://maps.app.goo.gl/PdsWmKvVQ6JiHkFL7
Meet leader: Kat
Cost:
- Everyone R50-R100 Cash for Landowner (Estimated)
- Visitors R100 Cash (SEC day membership)
Who can join:
Visitors are welcome, but the is a risk of HISTO and the crawl can be intimidating. Also anyone who disrespects the cave or damages formation should fear for their life!
Numbers will be limited to protect the cave.
Gear:
- Helmet you can use a club one, there will be a poll later
- Head lamp & spare batteries
- Water & snacks
- Small Spade (optional)
There is a bit of a walk to get to the cave.
The entrance is in a beautiful sinkhole and there are some stunning formations at the end of the cave. Depending on your physical dimensions, you may have to dig a bit to get through the crawl.
For anyone keen, we will have a bring and braai afterward.
Speleological Exploration Club - Caving since 1954
Wednesday, 24 June 2026
Skilpad Cave, 1 August 2026
River Passage Cave 19 July 2026
Time: 9:00
Meet spot: Oaktree
Meet Organiser: Andreas
Cave leader: Steven
Access: Anton (PPH)
Who can join?
- Members only SEC & PPH
- SRT proficient
- Must be prepared to squeeze
- Must be prepared to be uncomfortable
Gear:
- Standard + SRT
As per SASA Bulletin 43
"Access to the first chamber, with its narrow squeeze, and then the incredibly difficult vertical climb acts as protection to the beautiful and formation rich cave which lies below."
Sunday, 31 May 2026
Porcupette Cave Sunday the 7th June 2026
Sunday, 15 March 2026
SEC Easter Weekend Caving Trip 2026 – Sudwala
Date: 2026/04/03 - 2026/04/06
Location: Sudwala
https://maps.app.goo.gl/m6sYqZfcEy2Nmvth9
Type: Members only
Meet Leader: James Harris
Trip Overview:
SEC is organising a members’ caving trip to Sudwala Caves over the Easter weekend. We’ll be staying on the Sudwala premises at River Camp, arriving on Friday, 3rd April. Caving officially starts the next day, Saturday.
Saturday – Mbobo Makhulu Cave
We’ll explore Mbobo Makhulu Cave, aiming to push further into the Blue Chamber. This is a challenging cave with several technical sections, so expect a long day underground. There is an SRT descent into the Blue Chamber, and the exit back upwards can be done either by ladder or SRT. The geology is spectacular, offering excellent opportunities for photography.
Sunday – Sudwala Caves
We’ll explore the Sudwala Caves, moving beyond the main tourist areas to explore the further back sections of the cave along the river course.
Monday – Bridge Cave
In the morning, we’ll visit Bridge Cave, a large open chambered cave hidden in a forest. Afterwards, we’ll head for lunch before making our way home.
Accommodation & Facilities:
Accommodation will be in shared rondavels, there are 3 rondavels that sleep 5 each, with the option to camp if preferred.
A fully equipped kitchen and ablution facilities are available. The weekend is self-catered, we will set up braais in the evenings.
Accommodation Cost will depend on the final number of people attending Expect an estimated cost of around R200 per person per night.
What to bring
Food and drinks for the weekend
Sleeping bags and pillows for the Rondavels. Camping gear if you plan to camp
Normal Caving gear, clothing, water, and snacks. Enough for each day
SRT kits, if you have
Club has SRT kits and helmets available
Wednesday, 4 March 2026
Scramblers Cave 7 March 2026
Hi Everyone , upcoming trip on Saturday the 7th March Scrambler Cave
Date: 07/03/2026
Time: 9:00
Meet spot: Engen Oaktree
Meet leader: Dany Farrell & Edmund Harris
Type:
Members trip but also open to those who have SRT experience if there's space (Members get priority on kits)
Member SRT Kit fee R50.00
*Risk of Histo
Gear:
- SRT Kit (the club has 6 SRT kits for those who don't have, first come first serve, but we will judge you if you ask for one and don't show up)
- Helmet , (club has if you need)
- Headlamp and spare batteries
- Snacks and water
- Hardy shoes ( preferably boots)
- Old long sleeved clothes or overalls, and clothes and shoes to change into after caving
- Knee pads (or not , if you live life to the extreme they’re optional, but I like having kneecaps)
Trip info:
A complex of dusty crawls interlinked with chambers, the entrance into the cave proper is a three pitch SRT (10m, 10m, 20m).
We'll do some exploring and fun obstacles ( pray to the cave gods we don't get lost.)
Expect +-7 hours in the cave.
What's down there?? Only what you take with you.
We can also go down the mystical dig tunnel and see the amazing colour passage.
Cave is near to Oaktree Garage
Monday, 1 December 2025
Bats Cave Sunday 14th December 2025
Hi Everyone , upcoming trip on Sunday the 14th December to Bats Cave.
Date: 14/12/2025
Time: 9:00
Meet spot: Engen Oaktree
Meet leader : James Harris
Cost: R100 visitors fee
Type : Open trip ( members and non-members)
*Risk of Histo
Gear:
-Helmet , (club has if you need)
-Headlamp and spare batteries
-Snacks and water
-Bag ( club has a bag if needs)
-Hardy shoes ( preferably boots)
-Old long sleeved clothes or overalls, and clothes and shoes to change into after caving
Trip info
A fairly easy cave suitable for new cavers, will do some exploring, fun obstacles and practice some cave navigation techniques
Expect +-4 hours in the cave.
Cave is near to Oaktree Garage
Will go to the Baron restaurant at Greensleeves afterwards for some food and drinks
Sunday, 9 November 2025
SASA Bulletin Volume 47 - 2025
We’re pleased to announce the publication of the latest South African Spelaeological Association (SASA) Bulletin.
This edition showcases a fascinating collection of articles, photos, and cave surveys documenting caving discoveries, research, and events from recent years.Whether you’re an active caver, researcher, or simply curious about South Africa’s underground world, this bulletin offers a deep dive into our country’s remarkable speleological heritage.