SEC Easter Weekend Caving Trip 2026 – Sudwala

Date: 2026/04/03 - 2026/04/06
Location: Sudwala
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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