Hiking · SOUTH AFRICA
Good sunset hikes in South Africa fill up weeks ahead and the great ones go first. Below: the 14 to book early, what each includes, and how they differ once you are on the trail.
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”
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”
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”
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”
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.”
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!”
Review of Cape Town’s Lion’s Head Sunset Hike, with route details, guide quality, fitness advice, price, views, safety, and booking tips.
“Fantastic guide. Knowledgeable. Fun. Sharp. I highly recommend. Great overall experience. * “Extra words” to fit minimum unnecessary text count requirements to leave a review.”
Review Lion’s Head sunrise and sunset hike in Cape Town, covering the route, guides, headlamps, views, price, fitness, transport, and tips.
“Patrick, my hiking guide, was very thoughtful that lead me very safely, so I was feeling comfortable in the early morning darkness. Felt great on the top looking down 360 degree view and had moment of a great sunrising. I had a wonderful time. Thanks!”
Hike Cape Town’s Lion’s Head at sunrise or sunset with a certified guide, hotel pickup, chain ladders, panoramic views, and small-group support.
“Just amazing and best guide and experience. Thanks for makeing our morning special. A must on your bucket list!”
Hike Lion’s Head at sunrise or sunset with a local guide, headlamp, city views, cultural stories, and a rewarding summit in Cape Town.
“This hike was easily one of the best things I did in Cape Town. The climb was easygoing and enjoyable and the views at the top were unbelievable. Jarrod was really knowledgable about Cape Town/South Africa, took lots of photos for me and his passion for hiking and nature was clear. Doing this hike will be the first thing I recommend to anyone going to CT!”
Review of Cape Town’s Lion’s Head sunrise or sunset hike, with hotel pickup, guide, chains, ladders, snacks, and 360-degree views.
“Great experience. Geoff is an amazing guide with a lot of knowledge about the area and its plants and animals.”
Review of Cape Town’s private Lions Head sunrise or sunset hike, with hotel pickup, headlamps, local guides, steep climbing, and safety tips.
“Shamier is an amazing hiker and guide, he is very experienced and warm-hearted, a very nice, interesting and positive person, I really enjoyed spending time with him. He was happy to adjust the hike to my preferences as I enjoy a fast and sporty hike. We chatted the whole way, which added a lot to the experience. I can wholeheartedly recommend Shamier as a hiking partner and guide. Thanks again!”
Review of Cape Town’s guided Lion’s Head sunset hike, with summit views, hotel pickup, chains, ladders, pricing, safety, and booking advice.
“Barry is an amazing guide and Lions head was one of the most beautiful hikes we have ever been on! Thank you!”
Review of Lion’s Head sunrise or sunset hike in Cape Town, with hotel pickup, guides, snacks, headlamps, safety advice, and value tips.
“Cara was een leuke enthousiaste gids,die veel vertelde over de flora en fauna op Lions Head en ons deskundig nasr boven leidde tijdens de klim voor zonsondergang te zien.Had koffie en druiven voor ons bij zich.”
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