Hike to Table Mountain in Cape Town

Organized by Venture Forth

Activity Snapshot

Fitness level: Occasionally sporty
Duration: 1 half day
Spoken languages: English, Afrikaans
Minimum age: From 7 years-old and up
Cancellation policy: strict More info
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Activity description

By far the most famous landmark in South Africa, the imposing profile of Table Mountain rises out majestically high above the Mother City. If you have an adventurous soul you cannot help but be tempted to go play on her flanks, explore her ravines or climb to her summit.

Table Mountain has many beautiful footpaths to explore, and with one of Venture Forth's highly qualified mountain guides, you can be assured an excellent and safe adventure. They offer half-day programs on Table Mountain and the surrounding peaks like Lion’s Head and Devils Peak, or further along the Peninsula Mountains from Silvermine to Cape Point. The guides offer various options on Table Mountain. Their popular half-day hikes normally make use of the well-known Cape Town Aerial Cableway to descend the mountain after hiking to the top

Any reasonably healthy and fit person is welcome. You do not have to be a marathon runner or even a regular hiker! The guides set an acceptable pace that suits the group and the terrain. Because of the proximity of the mountain to the city, you'll not be pressed for time and they'll allow generous opportunity to relax and enjoy nature.

Offers

1
Table Top Circuit
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The easiest way to explore some of the Table Mountain on foot. You will use the cable car up and down the mountain and hike an easy circuit route across the two Table Tops. You will encounter magnificent views and you will have a chance to visit Maclear’s Beacon, the highest point.

Course of events
Level: Very easy
Round trip duration: 2- 3 hours at a leisurely a stroll
Challenges: No rock scrambling
Activity requirements

All minors must have authorization from their parents.

Special terms

Please get in touch with your instructor after booking to arrange the specific meeting time.

Do not forget to bring
  • Hiking boots
  • Waterproof light jacket
  • Sunscreen
  • Bottled water and snacks
Sensation Level:

Chill

Fitness level:

Occasionally sporty

Duration:

1 half day

Minimum age:

From 7 years-old and up

Meeting point:

Venture Forth, 31 Montague Drive 7441, Montague Gardens, Cape Town, 7441, South Africa

Included:
  • Backpacks
  • Trekking poles
  • Guide
Excluded:
  • Meals
  • Transportation to meeting point
2
Platteklip Gorge
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The original climb to the top, its first documented ascent was in 1503. It is a steep but well defined and maintained route up the mountain and it's best suited for a quick hike to the top or a visit to Maclear’s Beacon.

Course of events
Level: Moderate terrain with some steep sections
Round trip duration: 2- 3 hours
Challenges: No rock scrambling
Activity requirements

All minors must have authorization from their parents.

Special terms

Please get in touch with your instructor after booking to arrange the specific meeting time.

Do not forget to bring
  • Hiking boots
  • Waterproof light jacket
  • Sunscreen
  • Bottled water and snacks
Sensation Level:

Chill

Fitness level:

Occasionally sporty

Duration:

1 half day

Minimum age:

From 7 years-old and up

Meeting point:

Venture Forth, 31 Montague Drive 7441, Montague Gardens, Cape Town, 7441, South Africa

Included:
  • Backpacks
  • Trekking poles
  • Guide
Excluded:
  • Meals
  • Transportation to meeting point
3
Skeleton Gorge
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This hike ascends to the Back Table from the famous Kirstenbosch Gardens and can be combined with a garden walk. It is an exciting and beautiful hike which makes its way through indigenous mountain forest and is ideal as a hike for hot days.

Course of events
Level: Moderate terrain with some steep sections
Round trip duration: 2- 3 hours
Challenges: No rock scrambling, but some wooden ladders must be climbed on the way up
Activity requirements

All minors must have authorization from their parents.

Special terms

Please get in touch with your instructor after booking to arrange the specific meeting time.

Do not forget to bring
  • Hiking boots
  • Waterproof light jacket
  • Sunscreen
  • Bottled water and snacks
Sensation Level:

Chill

Fitness level:

Occasionally sporty

Duration:

1 half day

Minimum age:

From 7 years-old and up

Meeting point:

Venture Forth, 31 Montague Drive 7441, Montague Gardens, Cape Town, 7441, South Africa

Included:
  • Backpacks
  • Trekking poles
  • Guide
Excluded:
  • Meals
  • Transportation to meeting point
4
Kasteelspoort
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An excellent and exciting route on the Atlantic Coast side of the mountain starting above the beautiful beaches of Camp’s Bay and offering fantastic views of the Twelve Apostles section of the mountain.

Course of events
Level: Moderate terrain with some steep sections
Round trip duration: 2- 3 hours
Challenges: No rock scrambling
Activity requirements

All minors must have authorization from their parents.

Special terms

Please get in touch with your instructor after booking to arrange the specific meeting time.

Do not forget to bring
  • Hiking boots
  • Waterproof light jacket
  • Sunscreen
  • Bottled water and snacks
Sensation Level:

Chill

Fitness level:

Occasionally sporty

Duration:

1 half day

Minimum age:

From 7 years-old and up

Meeting point:

Venture Forth, 31 Montague Drive 7441, Montague Gardens, Cape Town, 7441, South Africa

Included:
  • Backpacks
  • Trekking poles
  • Guide
Excluded:
  • Meals
  • Transportation to meeting point
5
India-Venster Route
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This excellent route offers a more exciting, scenic and lesser-used alternative to the Platteklip Gorge route on the City side of Table Mountain. For the most part an easy footpath with some exciting, but easy rock scrambling sections included.

Course of events
Level: Moderate terrain with some steep sections
Round trip duration: 2- 3 hours
Challenges: Some moderate rock scrambling needed
Activity requirements

All minors must have authorization from their parents.

Special terms

Please get in touch with your instructor after booking to arrange the specific meeting time.

Do not forget to bring
  • Hiking boots
  • Waterproof light jacket
  • Sunscreen
  • Bottled water and snacks
Sensation Level:

Chill

Fitness level:

Occasionally sporty

Duration:

1 half day

Minimum age:

From 7 years-old and up

Meeting point:

Venture Forth, 31 Montague Drive 7441, Montague Gardens, Cape Town, 7441, South Africa

Included:
  • Backpacks
  • Trekking poles
  • Guide
Excluded:
  • Meals
  • Transportation to meeting point
6
Lion’s Head
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This routes climbs to the summit of Table Mountain’s one sister-peak, Lion’s Head, which offers superb 360° views of the City and Atlantic Seaboard. This is an excellent early morning climb or can be done late on a summers day to watch the sunset.

Course of events
Level: Moderate terrain with some steep sections
Round trip duration: 1 ½ - 2 hours up and 1 hour down
Challenges: Some moderate rock scrambling needed with metal ladders and chains to assist hikers
Activity requirements

All minors must have authorization from their parents.

Special terms

Please get in touch with your instructor after booking to arrange the specific meeting time.

Do not forget to bring
  • Hiking boots
  • Waterproof light jacket
  • Sunscreen
  • Bottled water and snacks
Sensation Level:

Chill

Fitness level:

Occasionally sporty

Duration:

1 half day

Minimum age:

From 7 years-old and up

Meeting point:

Venture Forth, 31 Montague Drive 7441, Montague Gardens, Cape Town, 7441, South Africa

Included:
  • Backpacks
  • Trekking poles
  • Guide
Excluded:
  • Meals
  • Transportation to meeting point
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Meeting point

Venture Forth, 31 Montague Drive 7441, Montague Gardens, Cape Town, 7441, South Africa Get directions

Cancellation policy

Cancellation 30 days or more prior to the agreed activity date
You will be automatically refunded for the full amount for the activity
30 days
Cancellation between 10 and 30 days prior to the agreed activity date
You are entitled to a 50% refund
10 days
Cancellation 10 days or later prior to the agreed activity date
No refund will be possible
Weather Guarantee
Regardless of the date, if the activity is cancelled due to bad weather conditions, you will be offered a refund or the chance to reschedule

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  • 4.5 / 5

This was the most amazing hike. Wonderful weather, and our guide was *amazing*. Highly recommended!!