FromR950/ person
Lion’s Head, Cape Town
4.5 km·3.5 hrs
Climb Lion’s Head for sweeping 360° views of Table Mountain, Camps Bay and the Atlantic Ocean at sunrise or sunset.
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Discover Cape Town’s incredible hiking trails with experienced local guides. From sunrise hikes up Lion’s Head to unforgettable adventures on Table Mountain, find the perfect trail for your fitness level and sense of adventure.
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Table Mountain, Cape Town
3.5 km·4 hrs
Take on Table Mountain’s classic ascent through Platteklip Gorge to the summit plateau with optional cable car descent.
FromR1,300/ person
Table Mountain, Cape Town
3.5 km·4 hrs
An adventurous climb beneath the cableway with hands-on scrambling, the distinctive rock window, and spectacular coastal panoramas.
FromR1,300/ person
Table Mountain, Cape Town
6 km·5 hrs
A scenic route from Kirstenbosch Gardens through shaded indigenous forest, stream crossings and descent via Nursery Ravine.
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