This hike takes you up the iconic Table Mountain and starts at the Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens which is acclaimed as one of the great botanic gardens of the world. The hike takes you through the gardens where you are surrounded by fauna and flora and lots of greenery. Enjoy the beautiful scenic hiking that Table mountain offers with breathtaking view & sheer adventure and 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.
Please note, this is quite a strenuous hike that links the eastern side of Table Mountain to the front face. There are amazing views to be had of the whole peninsula, Table Bay and Cape Flats during the hike. For less experienced hikers or if you have concerns around fitness levels, we would recommend our Platteklip Gorge Hike or Lions Head as alternatives.
Essential info
Length | Approx 3 - 6 hours (one way depending on fitness and breaks) |
Start point | Pickup in City Bowl areas |
End point | Upper/Lower Cable Station |
Departs | Everyday (Weather Dependant) 07:00 – 08:00 (winter & summer) |
Rate | Min 2 pax: R 2 350.00 per person 3 - 4 pax: R 1 850.00 per person 5 - 7 pax: R 1 600.00 per person 8 - 10 pax: R 1 250.00 per person 11 - 13 pax: R 1 100.00 per person |
Overview
Areas visited | Kirstenbosch Gardens, Table Mountain |
What’s included | Pickup, qualified guide, light snack & refreshment |
What’s excluded | Transport back to accommodation (drop off), all items of a personal nature, tips, entry fees at Kirstenbosch Gardens, cableway ticket, extra water |
What to bring | Sun block, hat, comfortable walking shoes, warm top, extra water, extra snacks |
Details
This is quite a strenuous hike that links the eastern side of Table Mountain to the front face. There are amazing views to be had of the whole peninsula, Table Bay and Cape Flats during the hike.
You will be picked up by your Cape Xtreme guide and taken to the start of our hike in the beautiful settings of Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens scattered with thousands of indigenous plants. We then hike up the densely forested Skeleton gorge stopping along the way to admire the views over the peninsula and leafy southern suburbs. The hike up does include a small amount of climbing over boulders and climbing up ladders. Once at the top we walk towards Mclears Beacon (at 1087m, it’s the highest point on Table Mountain) and then towards the cable station taking in the impressive views along the way. We then catch a lift down with the cable car.
Arrangements
Duration: Approx 3 - 6 hours (one way depending on fitness and breaks).
When: Everyday (Weather Dependant)
07:00 – 08:00 (winter & summer)
Where: Pickup in City Bowl areas (end at upper/lower cable station).
Things to Bring: Sun block, hat, comfortable walking shoes, warm top, extra water. extra snacks.
Requirements
Minimum Age: 12 years
Minimum Height: 0.0 m
Maximum Height: 0.0 m
Minimum Weight: 0 kg
Maximum Weight: 0 kg
Fitness Level: Average - Fit
Inclusions and Exclusions
Inclusions: Pickup, qualified guide, meals as stipulated.
Exclusions: Transport back to accommodation, all items of a personal nature, tips, entrance fees, cable car ticket.
Booking conditions
Private/Custom tours cancellation policy
- Cancellation outside 30 days prior to tour date:
80% refund - Cancellation 29-15 days prior to tour date:
50% refund - Cancellation 14 days prior to tour date, late arrivals or “no show”:
No refund / Full fee charged
* All transaction / transfer fees and/or forex conversion costs charged by the banks during the refund process will be billed to you (client).
* Refunds and Travel Credit voucher values are calculated in our local ZAR (South African Rand) currency. Transaction values in your own currency could be affected due to bank fees and currency exchange fluctuations. Refunds are usually made back to the original source of payment method.
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