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Hike Table Mountain with a Guide - Choose Route

Cape Town, South Africaby The Cape Town Local

  • 3.5 hours
  • Free cancellation
  • Up to 20 travelers
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted
  • Guide: English

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Overview

Hike to the top of Table Mountain, one of the new 7 Wonders of Nature & take the cable car back down. There are 2 route options to choose from (please select correct option at booking): A. India Venster, a more adventurous, rugged & technical route to the top. Ideal for those looking for a more adventurous & thrilling way to hike up. Involves rugged, uneven terrain & some rock scrambling. More exciting. Less crowded. Duration +-3.5 hours B. Platteklip Gorge, a more direct, less technical route to the top. Ideal for those looking for the most straightforward way to hike up. Involves hundreds of big rock steps all the way to the top. Duration +-2.5 hours Both routes are not easy & require a few hours of steep uphill hiking on rocky terrain to get to the top. Both routes end at the top of Table Mountain where we will take the cable car back down (if open). If the cable car is closed (due to weather/maintenance), we will hike back down the more direct route.

What's included

  • Transport by private vehicle (if selected at additional cost)
  • National Park fees
  • Cable Car Ticket down
  • Bottled water
  • Snacks

Itinerary

Hike to the top of Table Mountain and enjoy stunning views of Cape Town from the top. Take the cable car back down. There are 2 route options to choose from: 1. India Venster, a more adventurous, rugged & technical route to the top. Ideal for those looking for a more adventurous and thrilling way to hike up. Involves rugged, uneven terrain and some rock scrambling. More exciting. Less crowded. Duration +-3.5 hours 2. Platteklip Gorge, a more straightforward, less technical route to the top. Ideal for those looking for the most direct way to hike up. Involves hundreds of big rock steps all the way to the top. Duration +-2.5 hours Both routes are not easy and require a few hours of steep uphill hiking on rocky terrain to get to the top. Once at the top of Table Mountain we will take the cable car back down (if open). If the cable car is closed (due to weather/maintenance), we hike back down the most direct route. No previous hiking experience is required. At least a moderate fitness level is required. A private option is available which includes transport and allows for flexible start time with an exclusive guide. Cable car tickets not included.

Meeting and pickup

2 Meeting points depending on your route choice: A. Adventurous Route (India Venster) - 'Table Mountain Aerial Cableway' https://maps.app.goo.gl/NP7uKzmpmVZWGAVu8 B. Direct Route (Platteklip Gorge) - 'Platteklip Gorge Starting Point' https://maps.app.goo.gl/xZzra2uFEXRP1jN57

Please provide your pick-up address upon booking.

End point

2 Meeting points depending on your route choice: A. Adventurous Route (India Venster) - 'Table Mountain Aerial Cableway' https://maps.app.goo.gl/NP7uKzmpmVZWGAVu8 B. Direct Route (Platteklip Gorge) - 'Platteklip Gorge Starting Point' https://maps.app.goo.gl/xZzra2uFEXRP1jN57

Good to know

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • You need to have a basic level of fitness and comfortable with heights
  • A fair amount of steep, rocky uphill hiking is involved
  • Wear a descent pair of walking/hiking shoes
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  • Operates in most weather conditions, please dress appropriately. If canceled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Bring water (1.5 Litres - 50 Oz)

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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