Hiking · CAPE TOWN
This is the shortlist you would send a walking friend: 15 mountain and summit hikes in Cape Town worth the money, each with its price, its length and the one thing to know before you commit.
Review of Cape Town’s guided Table Mountain hike, with route options, expert guides, views, safety, cableway details, and practical tips.
“This hike exceeded my expectations it was nice and Brad was helpful and enthusiastic. He made the whole hike very easy. Also assisting with the pictures. I had an amazing time”
Hike Lion’s Head or Table Mountain with registered guide Phil, flexible pacing, sweeping Cape Town views, and private pickup options.
“Philip is an amazing guide!!!! He is super accommodating, patient and very friendly. The hike itself is definitely on harder end, however the views are ABSOLUTELY worth the hike. You get a full view of Capetown. I would highly recommend both Philip and this hike!!!!! Will definitely do it again!!!!”
Hike Table Mountain with a local guide via Platteklip Gorge or India Venster, with practical route advice, costs, fitness tips, and cable car details.
“I definitely recommend this hike, and make sure to do it with Shamier as your guide. The mountain is really technical-good for hike lovers. I enjoyed how Shamier ensured we used our own pace, and how interactive he was, right from the time he picked us up!”
Review of Muki Venture’s Lion’s Head hike in Cape Town, with route choices, sunrise tips, price, fitness needs, guides, and booking advice.
“The tour was before sunrise! Exciting exploring the mountain with a headlamp. Awesome route even for beginners and The sunrise was spectacular and worth the effort!”
Climb Table Mountain via Platteklip Gorge with a guide, city views, nature, and a cableway descent. A strenuous 3-hour Cape Town hike.
“Brilliant experience led by Lynette. Well paced for the group, learnt lots of interesting information- overall a very memorable experience. Must emphasise though it is a strenuous climb and though described as the easiest route , it is not easy. Overall would really really recommend as an enriching experience.”
Review of a private Table Mountain hike via Kasteelpoort, with hotel pickup, expert guiding, gear, snacks, and cableway access.
“Johan guided my sister and me, both in our sixties, with grace and patience to the Table Mountain summit, pausing to tell us stories, teach us about local plants and animals, and explain aspects of local history and culture. This hike exceeded mRead more”
Review of Cape Town’s India Venster hike, with guide, hotel transfers, scrambling, Table Mountain views, costs, safety, and practical tips.
“Johan was my guide and met me at the hotel lobby sharp. He is professional and knows the trail really well. Had a wonderful time. Note that India Venster Route requires you to climb walls that are around 3m high. Good that he checked and we changed the route to one thRead more”
Hike Table Mountain or Lion’s Head with local guide Donovan, small groups, secret photo spots, Cape flora, sunrise views, and cableway options.
“My hike with Donovan couldn’t have been better. It was just him, his adorable & adventurous golden retriever and I. The route we took was breathtaking and felt safe the entire time. I think he can go up and down the mountain without a GPS tracker or phone & he’d be completely fine lol. He knows the mountain that well. Not only that, he’s honestly a very genuine dude. Our conversations through the hike were engaging and funny. So much so he invited me to hang out with his friends at night after the hike. I was traveling on my own so I appreciated that a lot. Can say now…”
Hike Table Mountain’s Platteklip Gorge with a guide, city pickup, water, snacks, and cableway planning tips for Cape Town.
“Well organised, collected direct from our hotel at the time agreed. Clear communication upfront.”
Review of a private Table Mountain hike in Cape Town, with cable car or climbing routes, nature guides, lunch, transfers, and practical tips.
“Thankfully our guide encouraged us to hike Loin's Head instead of rescheduling our Table Mountain hike due to bad weather!! Loin's Head was amazing. The 360 degree view was gorgeous. If you are scared of heights like I am, you would Read more”
Hike Table Mountain via India Venster for steep scrambles, Cape Town views, local wildlife, and expert guidance in a small group.
“Fatima hat uns super authentisch und freundlich empfangen, souverän und zügig auf den Berg navigiert. Bei Kletterpassagen hat sie immer vorher Ratschläge gegeben. Sie hat viele Fotos von uns gemacht, sodass wir Erinnerungen in Bildform haben. Bzgl. Flora und Fauna informierte sie kompetent und stets angemessen. Für die Pause hat sie Kaffee mitgebracht und super leckere, selbstgemachte Gebäckstücke, deren Namen ich leider nicht mehr weiß. Sie hat dafür gesorgt, dass wir Tickets kaufen konnten und erst dann hat sie sich oben auf dem Berg wertschätzend und freundlich verabschiedet. Absolute Empfehlung, immer wieder.”
Hike Table Mountain’s Platteklip Gorge with a small group, sweeping Cape Town views, expert guidance, and a demanding stone-path climb.
“No one showed up for this. I was standing alone in the dark on a quiet road. Tried contacting company by messaging and phoning and no response. Eventually after waiting 15min set off by myself. What a scam. Will expect a full refund, but suggest others steer clear.”
Review of Cape Town’s India Venster hike, with steep scrambling, Table Bay views, guide details, price, fitness needs, and practical tips.
“Amazing experience with Lynette - would highly recommend! Lynette was friendly and knowledgeable and the hike was super fun.”
Review of Cape Town’s Kasteelspoort hike, with Twelve Apostles views, fynbos, expert guides, cableway return, cost, and practical tips.
“We had a safe fun hiking morning with Lynette She took our athletic abilities into consideration and planned a scenic adventurous hike!”
Review of a full-day Table Mountain hike from Camps Bay, covering Tranquillity Cracks, Echo Valley, Maclear’s Beacon, and the Cableway.
“We had an amazing hike to the top of Table Mountain with Santie. We loved the beauty of the mountain and views, the variety of terrain and flora and, best of all, Santie’s knowledge and explanations about the flora and the mountain. This hikRead more”
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