In our opinion, no Cape Town visit is complete without taking a hike up the iconic Table Mountain, and with it reaching the height of 1085m it shows off the most beautiful views of the Mother City. Enjoy the beautiful scenic hiking that Table mountain offers with breathtaking views, sheer adventure and the rich floral biodiversity of The Table Mountain National Park which forms part of the Cape Floral World Heritage Site – home to over 8200 plant species, of which 80% is fynbos.
Platteklip Gorge Hiking trail is the oldest and most direct route to the summit and therefore also the most popular, so expect company along the way. It is quite a strenuous hike, so be prepared to spend roughly around 2 hours climbing the front face of Table Mountain which overlooks the City Centre, Table Bay and Robben Island. The route we follow was the first recorded route to be hiked by early explorers dating back to the early 1500’s! This is the only way to truly appreciate the views from the top of Table Mountain!
Essential info
Length | Approx. 3-4 Hours (depending on fitness & breaks) |
Start & End point | Pickup & Drop off in City Bowl areas |
Departs | Daily (weather dependant) |
Rate | Min 2 pax: R 2350.00 per person 3 - 6 pax: R 1900.00 per person 7 - 13 pax: R 1450.00 per person |
Details
This is quite a strenuous hike up the front face of Table Mountain which over looks the City Centre, Table Bay and Robben Island. The route we follow was the first recorded route to be hiked by early explorers dating back to the early 1500’s! This is the only way to truly appreciate the views from the top of Table Mountain!
You will be picked up by your Cape Xtreme guide and taken to the contour road on the front of Table Mountain above the city centre. You then begin the hike by winding your way up the front of the mountain stopping regularly along the way to take in the amazing views of the city and Table Bay. As we make our way to the top you will notice how the vegetation changes along the way, a beautiful feature of the hike. Once at the top we amble around taking in the breathtaking views. We then make our way down with the cable way. During the hike up there is not much shade from the sun we prefer starting earlier before it gets too hot.
Arrangements
Duration: Approx. 3-4 hours (depending on fitness & breaks).
When: Daily (weather dependant). Closed 24 Dec, 25 Dec, 26 Dec, 31 Dec, 1 Jan, 2 Jan.
>> 7:00–8:00 (winter) & 6:00–7:00 (summer)
Things to Wear/Bring: Comfortable clothes, walking / hiking shoes, warm jacket (dress warm in winter), sunblock, hat, extra water & snacks, cableway ticket / money for cable way ticket.
Requirements
Minimum Age: 10 years
Minimum Height: 0.0 m
Maximum Height: 0.0 m
Minimum Weight: 0 kg
Maximum Weight: 0 kg
Fitness Level: Fit
Inclusions and Exclusions
Inclusions: Transport, qualified guide, a snack & a refreshment.
Exclusions: All items of a personal nature, tips, extra refreshments & snacks, cableway ticket.
Table Mountain Hikes Cancellation Policy (Private Tours)
- Cancellation 30 days or more prior to tour date = 80% refund
- less 4% in the case of online or POS card transactions - Cancellation 29-15 days prior to tour date = 50% refund
- less 4% in the case of online or POS card transactions - Cancellation 14-0 days prior to tour date, late arrivals or “no show” = No refund / Full fee charged
* Be sure to read through our full terms & conditions here: www.capextreme.com/terms
