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9 hours

Availability : Daily

Cape Town

Table Mountain

Min Age : 8+

Tour Details

Join us for a full-day hike with an experienced mountaineering guide to explore the iconic Table Mountain. You have the choice of three popular routes to the summit; Skeleton Gorge, Kasteelspoort and Tranquility Cracks.

Each route is challenging but manageable if you’re reasonably fit and the reward of spectacular panoramic views of the city and glistening Atlantic Ocean is worth every drop of sweat when you get to the top.

Departure & Return Location

Camps Bay (Google Maps) & Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens (Google Map)

Departure Time

3 Hours Before Flight Time

Price Includes

Qualified hiking guide
All medical and safety equipment
Water bottle, on request
Hiking snacks

Price Excludes

Cable car ticket for return trip to Lower Cable Station, if applicable
Transport to and from the meeting point - can be arranged if required
Meals and drinks at the summit
Purchases of a personal nature

Complementaries

Windbreaker and clothing suitable for hiking
Sunscreen and hat
Bottle of water; alcohol strictly prohibited
Day backpack
Jacket or warm top
Water or juice
Extra energy snacks
Sunscreen and insect repellent
Any personal medication (compulsory)
Camera or phone
Comfortable long pants - recommended for winter and windy summer days
Waterproof jacket - compulsory if rain is predicted
Beanie/buff or scarf - recommended if cold temperatures predicted

What is Table Mountains?

Table Mountain is a towering flat-topped mountain that is a prominent natural landmark overlooking the City of Cape Town in South Africa. It falls within the Table Mountain National Park which forms part of the UNESCO Cape Floral Region World Heritage Site.

Fitness and experience level

Good level of fitness; no health issues or pre-existing medical conditions that may be a problem with physical exertion
No mountain climbing experience is required but must be physically able to walk for 2 hours without stopping and climb steep and rocky paths

Guided Hikes
3 Different Routes to choose from
Spend time in nature
8 years, accompanied by an adult (over 18 years)

Itinerary

Route 1Skeleton Gorge • Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens to Upper Cableway Station

Length of hike: 13 kms/ 7-9 hours

This is a longer and more strenuous hike than the direct routes up Table Mountain. It’s a full-day hike and requires a good fitness level.

We set off from Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens. The majority of the climb takes place in a dense montane forest. It’s cool in summer but can get cold in the shade of the trees in winter.

After a surprising visit to the beach at the top of Skeleton Gorge, the route follows a path to the Maclear’s Beacon which is the highest point on Table Mountain. It continues along the length of the Tabletop and ends at the Upper Cableway Station. Spend time enjoying the summit views and having something to eat and drink at the restaurants on top of the mountain (own cost).

We take the Aerial Cableway down to the Lower Cableway Station. You can take an Uber to fetch your car at Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens (cableway and Uber not included in price).

If the Cableway is closed due to strong winds, we hike down Table Mountain via Platteklip Gorge (no extra charge).

The Nursery Ravine offers hikers an alternative route back to Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens if you don’t have time to hike across to the Cableway and take an Uber back to fetch your car.

Route 2Kasteelpoort • Camps Bay to Upper Cableway Station via 12 Apostles

Length of hike: 6 kms/ 6-8 hours

This is a comfortable hike that is less steep and less busy than the popular hikes to the top of Table Mountain. It takes you to the summit of the famous 12 Apostles and ends at the Upper Cableway Station. The Kasteelpoort route takes longer than the direct routes so set aside the whole day to enjoy this rewarding hike.

We set off from a meeting point just above Camps Bay. The ascent offers amazing views of the glistening Atlantic Ocean, Lion’s Head, the 12 Apostles and the seaside suburbs. We stop for breaks and photos at vantage points, including the famous ‘diving board’ for those daring enough to sit on the exposed ledge.

You have time at the Upper Cableway Station to explore, have a meal and drinks at one of the restaurants and even do a bit of shopping. We take the Aerial Cableway down to Lower Cableway Station. You can take an Uber to where you left your car.

If the Cableway is closed due to strong winds, we hike down Table Mountain via Platteklip Gorge (no extra charge).

Diagonal Route and Oudekraal Ravine offer hikers an alternative route back to Camps Bay if you don’t have time to hike across to the Cableway and take an Uber back to fetch your car.

Route 3Tranquility Cracks • Camps Bay to 12 Apostles via Corridor Ravine

Length of hike: 13 kms/ 6- 8 hours

This hike takes you from Camps Bay to the upper reaches of the beautiful 12 Apostles which forms the back of Table Mountain and overlooks one of the most magnificent stretches of coastline in southern Africa.

We spend time exploring the upper reaches of the mountain range and walk down the mountain rather than taking the Aerial Cableway. This means the descent is tougher than other routes.

We set off from the Pipe Track at the entrance to Camps Bay and enjoy a gradual and pleasant climb to the bottom of Corridor Ravine. On top, we take a hidden route to Tranquility Cracks which is a series of tunnels, cracks and caves with panoramic views of Camps Bay and the Atlantic Ocean.

If you’re brave enough, you can have your photo taken on the famous Diving Board, an exposed ledge that juts out the side of the mountain. We descend down the scenic Kasteelpoort route, back to the starting point.