WSAR rescues German hiker after overnight operation near Hout Bay

Picture: Wilderness Search and Rescue Given the treacherous terrain, strong winds, and quickly fading light, the team decided to stay on scene with the hikers overnight rather than attempt a descent in deteriorating conditions.

Task team members from Wilderness Search and Rescue (WSAR) in the Western Cape conducted an overnight operation to rescue two foreign hikers stranded near the Boss 400 wreck.“The trail along this stretch of coastline is in particularly treacherous condition, with areas that are overgrown and virtually impassable, making it extremely challenging for both hikers and rescuers.”