Carlislehoekspruit Pass (English: Carlisle is a surname, hoek is Corner, spruit is a brook) is a mountain pass situated in the
Eastern Cape
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province of
South Africa
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, on the road between
Rhodes
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and the
Tiffindell Ski Resort near
Ben Macdhui.
* Driving skill level: Intermediate to expert.
* Make use of local knowledge before attempting the drive and be sure to take warm clothing with you, just in case.
* Road condition: Gravel surface (some sections partially covered with concrete).
* Remarks: Very steep. Some hair raising bends. Very scenic.
Mountain passes of the Eastern Cape
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