The 6 Best Sunset Hikes in South Africa

1.Lion’s Head Sunrise or Sunset Hike

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,084 reviews · from $46Our pick

Review of Cape Town’s Lion’s Head sunrise or sunset hike, with route details, guide insight, fitness advice, photo tips, and honest value.

“Great time, the hike was nice and not too intense, around 2km each way. Our guide Idrees was fantastic and so knowledgeable”

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2.Lion’s Head Sunrise/Sunset Hike

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 921 reviews · from $65

Review of Cape Town’s guided Lion’s Head sunrise or sunset hike, with practical advice on views, fitness, guides, safety, price, and planning.

“We didn't end up completing the hike because of fear of heights but Kurt was very accommodating and made sure we got home safe. Would 100% recommend him as a tour guide and warn that if you're scared of heights this isn't a hike for you”

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3.Lion’s Head Sunrise or Sunset Guided Hike

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 642 reviews · 3 hours - 210 minutes · from $38Best value

Review of Cape Town’s guided Lion’s Head sunrise or sunset hike, with trail advice, guide quality, safety, views, price, and practical tips.

“Lindy was a great and informative guide who took good care of everyone”

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4.Guided Lion’s Head Hike at Sunrise or Sunset

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 312 reviews · 3h 30m · from $56

Review of Cape Town’s guided Lion’s Head sunrise or sunset hike, with route advice, safety tips, guide insights, snacks, price, and value.

“Amazing guide santonio, we learned so much! It was a great hike! Highly recommend”

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5.Lion’s Head Sunrise with coffee or Sunset Hike

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 160 reviews · from $49

Hike Lion's Head at sunrise or sunset for 360-degree Cape Town views, expert guidance, coffee, photos, and a safe summit climb.

“Was a great experience, I was alone in the group, so I got a personal tour of sorts. Special thanks to the guide, Patrick, who made the hike safe and interesting. Magnificent views throughout the entire hike.”

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6.Lion’s Head Guided Hike at Sunset

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 93 reviews · 3.5 hours · from $112

Review of Cape Town’s guided Lion’s Head sunset hike, with practical advice on views, fitness, safety, price, gear, and guide quality.

“Stuart is the perfect guide. We did the same tour on table mountain alone and then the sunset hike again with him. We learned so much about the nature, culture and animals in and around Cape Town. We had a fantastic time. Thank you!”

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