Shoprider Camino
A Cape Camino Journey of Determination
From 5th to 11th July 2025, Hannelie Jansen van Rensburg, a 61 year old woman with a disability who uses a Shoprider mobility scooter, will take on her own personal pilgrimage along Cape Camino. Together with her husband Johan, Hannelie will cover 10-15 km per day, experiencing local hosts, beautiful scenery and diverse sacred spaces, in her own unique way.
Hannelie and Johan will begin their journey at the Schoenstatt Catholic Shrine in Constantia, a site that has been the starting point for many pilgrims on Cape Camino. From there, they will walk through lush greenbelts to Tokai, and then on to Muizenberg, passing by Islamic Kramats.
They will continue on to Kalk Bay, a vibrant fishing village known for its colourful atmosphere and coastal charm. Their next stop will be Simons Town, a historic naval town before they make their way to Scone Shack for their final night, situated near Cape Point, the southernmost tip of the Peninsula.
The Cape Camino route offers natural beauty and historical significance, giving Hannelie and Johan opportunities to connect with the region’s culture and spirituality.
Faizel Adams, the Peninsula chaperone, will accompany the couple over these 6 days, offering extra support and navigational guidance.
Hannelie’s journey highlights the importance of accessibility in travel.
Cape Camino is traditionally a personal pilgrimage walk for those with good mobility, but Hannelie’s experience shows that with the right preparations, this pilgrimage can be adapted for people using mobility aids like a Shoprider. Her journey aims to raise awareness of the possibilities for accessible travel and to show that physical limitations need not stop anyone from pursuing their Cape Camino dreams.
Camino Itinerary
Day 0, 5 Jul
Constantia
Day 1, 6 Jul
Tokai. 11km
Day 2, 7 Jul
Muizenberg. 11km
Day 3, 8 Jul
Fish Hoek. 10km
Day 4, 9 Jul
Simons Town. 13km
Day 5, 10 Jul
Scone Shack. 13km
Day 6, 11 Jul
Leave after breakfast
Cost R9,450 pp sharing
Includes chaperones, accommodation with breakfast, Camino passport, branded gear, solitude badges.
This is a special Camino, please email us to book on info@capecamino.co.za