Cape Town Lions Head and Table Mountain Guided Hikes
- 2–6 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Guided in English
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Explore Cape Town's iconic mountains with a qualified local adventure guide and choose the hiking experience that suits you. From a relaxed scenic walk around Lion's Head to its spectacular summit, or a classic Table Mountain ascent via Platteklip Gorge or the adventurous India Venster route, each experience offers breathtaking views and a personal connection to Cape Town's natural beauty. Choose a shared hike or enjoy the exclusivity of a private adventure, with professional guidance, local stories, memorable photo opportunities and safety at the heart of every journey. Whether you're chasing sunrise, discovering hidden viewpoints or taking on a rewarding mountain challenge, Outdoor Addicts creates an unforgettable experience tailored to your chosen route.
Inclusions
What's included
- Small Group Experience
- Qualified Local Adventure Guide
- Photos Throughout the Experience
- Headlamp (Sunrise & Sunset)
- First Aid & Emergency Preparedness
- Local Stories & Recommendations
- Comprehensive Safety Briefing
What's not
- Gratuities - Optional but always appreciated.
- Water and snacks
- Transport can be arranged when available at
Itinerary
OPTION 1: LION'S HEAD — This attraction applies only if you book the Lion's Head Scenic Loop or Summit experience. Meet your qualified local mountain guide at the trailhead for a route overview and safety briefing. You'll follow the route selected when booking. The Scenic Loop offers a more relaxed Lion's Head experience with beautiful viewpoints and photo stops without the demanding summit climb. The Summit Route continues to the top and includes steeper terrain, scrambling and the famous chains and ladders. Along the way, enjoy spectacular views of Table Mountain, Camps Bay, Clifton, Signal Hill, the Twelve Apostles, Cape Town and the Atlantic Ocean. Your guide will share local insights, assist where needed and allow time for photos at some of Lion's Head's best viewpoints. Depending on your selected booking option, experience Lion's Head around sunrise or sunset, before completing your guided descent or loop back to the trailhead.
OPTION 2: TABLE MOUNTAIN — This attraction applies only if you book Platteklip Gorge or India Venster. Meet your qualified local mountain guide at the selected trail for a route overview and safety briefing. Table Mountain Routes: • PLATTEKLIP GORGE – Table Mountain's classic direct ascent. Follow a steep, well-established trail through the gorge, with spectacular views of Cape Town as you hike to the summit. • INDIA VENSTER – Take on a more adventurous route featuring exposed scrambling, rocky terrain and dramatic viewpoints of the city and Atlantic Ocean. Suitable for those seeking a more challenging ascent. Your guide will provide route guidance, share local insights and assist with safety throughout the experience. Enjoy photo stops and breathtaking scenery along the way. The route concludes at Table Mountain's upper plateau. Descent arrangements depend on the selected experience and operating conditions. This attraction applies only to guests booking a Table Mountain route.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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Ratings come from 6 reviews collected by our booking partner. They are travellers' own words, in the order they were written — never reordered to flatter the experience.
Know before you go
- Meeting point
- PLATTEKLIP GORGE HIKES ONLY Meet your guide at the Platteklip Gorge trailhead on Tafelberg Road. This is separate from the Lower Cableway Station. Please arrive 10 minutes before departure. Your guide details and exact meeting location will be confirmed after booking.
- Pickup
- Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 12 travellers
- Operated by
- Outdoor Addicts
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- For sunrise hikes, we recommend scheduling your Uber or taxi in advance, as early-morning availability may be limited. Please allow extra travel time to arrive 10 minutes before departure.
- Wear comfortable hiking shoes with good grip.
- Bring at least 1.5 litres of water per person.
- Dress according to the weather and bring warm layers for sunrise & sunset.
- Tours operate in most weather conditions unless deemed unsafe by your guide.
How it compares in Cape Town
- Its from-price is 71% below the median of the 1405 day trips we list in Cape Town.
- It is shorter than most of them.
- By number of reviews it ranks 368 of 1405.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Cape Town
Cape Town spreads between Table Mountain and the sea, a striking city of beaches, vineyards, penguins and history near Africa's southwestern tip.
Table Mountain's flat summit looms over everything, reached by cableway or by hiking trails, with Lion's Head and Signal Hill flanking it. Below, the V&A Waterfront bustles around the working harbour, and boats leave from there for Robben Island, where Nelson Mandela was held for eighteen years. The colourful houses of Bo-Kaap climb the slopes above the city centre and the Company's Garden.
Top-ranked sights in Cape Town: Boulders Beach, Cape of Good Hope, Chapman’s Peak Drive.
Special offers in Cape Town
Was/now prices come from the operator, never from us.
10% offFree cancellation
