I seriously live under a rock. I only heard about this walkway last week when I attended a spectacular launch at Kirstenbosch (post to follow).
I cannot wait to go. It truly looks amazing. A couple of friends are just as excited to go and I just read that I can take my gran as it’s wheel chair friendly!
Below are a couple of pics and snippets from the press release. I know this is just a copy-and-paste jobby, but I felt I just had to share.
‘The affectionately named “Boomslang” or Tree Canopy Walkway at Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden is now open to the public and offers visitors an unusual and unique view from forest floor to treetops – yet another reason to visit the Garden.’
‘Where is it? – It’s situated in the Arboretum (Enchanted Forest) which is nestled below the Protea Garden, above the Dell and above the Concert lawn.’
‘How long is it? – It is 130m long and curves between the trees and through the branches. It is roughly crescent-shaped and joins the forest floor in two different places within the arboretum. Its highest point is 12m above the ground (approximately 3 stories).’
These breathtaking pics where taken by Adam Harrower.
This amazing walkway was built to celebrate Kirstenbosch’s centenary and a visit to Boomslang is now on my bucket list. And it should be on yours too.
Let me know if you’ve been!
xoxo