Hiking · SOUTH AFRICA
This is the shortlist you would send a walking friend: 14 mountain and summit hikes in South Africa 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!”
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.”
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.”
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 Camps Bay views, fynbos, Woodhead Dam, guide details, costs, and practical tips.
“An absolutely beautiful hike and highlight of our trip! Amber was a fun and knowledgeable guide who picked us up on time from our hotel and drove us to the trailhead. She pointed out lots of different plants and told us stories about Cape Town's history along the way. We stopped at a great lookout spot and had hot rooibos tea and snacks. It was a wonderful experience and one I would highly recommend! We're active but not hikers, and didn't have any problems. I would recommend hiking boots as there was some wet and slippery areas. Thank you again, Amber!!”
Review of Cape Town’s private Table Mountain hikes, with route choices, guide quality, fitness demands, weather advice, price value, and practical tips.
“Sean took me up a hairy route and i felt perfectly safe in his care. He was extremely knowledgeable about the nature as well as the history; perfect combo.”
Review of Table Mountain and Lion’s Head hikes with local guides, route choices, views, safety tips, pricing, and practical advice.
“Fabuleuse randonnée Demandez Lynette, top guide adorable passionnée”
Review of Cape Town’s India Venster hike, with scrambling, Fynbos, city views, guide details, costs, safety tips, and booking advice.
“Incredible place and super professional and kind guide. I will always remember this trip. Do it !!!!”
Review of the guided Skeleton Gorge hike to Table Mountain, with forest trails, ladders, Maclear’s Beacon, practical tips, and honest value advice.
“Dominik is a Great Tourguide who gives a lot of Information about the area! He is very proactive, polite and caring. We felt very Safe with him and had the best time on this challenging, but most beautiful hike. Can recommend 100%”
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