The Challenge: A 75km non stop walk, from Cape Point, to the bottom of Platteklip gorge in Cape Town.

The first half of the route is on roads. Through Cape Point Nature Reserve, and once over Red Hill, along the coastal road, that follows False Bay. Although on a road, this is a beautiful walk, with sea views all the way.

The second half heads into the mountain. Through Silvermine and then along The Back Table to Maclears Beacon, and down Platteklip Gorge.

This marathon walk will take place on the 4th and 5th of October 2009.

The aims: 1)To raise awareness for World Animal week. And to raise some much needed funds for the Cape of Good Hope SPCA (society for the prevention of cruelty to animals)

2)To raise awareness of the beauty and accessibility of Table Mountain to all South Africans.

The entrants: 7 women will complete the entire journey, with other joining for shorter sections. The National Parks Board, are also joining the walk, in the form of their Table Mountain Rangers and dogs.

Watch this space for more information on training walks, and for sponsorship details.