Type: Cape Adventure Tours
Agent: Central Reservations +27 (0) 21 433 0142

Table Mountain has always held a fascination with humans. The early European explorers saw it as a magnetic beacon drawing them in. the original inhabitants of the cape, the Khoi-San believed Table Mountain had magical powers and worshipped it. Even to this day, thousands of tourists visiting Cape Town have Table Mountain highest on their list of things-to-do.

 This 1087 meter high mountain gets its name from the incredibly flat top and from the cloud that forms a blanket over top like a table cloth when the strong south east wind blows. A beautiful sight, but risky business when hiking, especially if you don’t know the mountain. Many a hiker have gotten lost and fallen to their death while walking on the mountain.

Of the over 100 routes up Table Mountain, Cape Xtreme uses 2. Platteklip Gorge (front Table Mountain) and Skeleton Gorge (back Table Mountain).

Table Mountain Hike Itinerary:

Platteklip Gorge:

The hike begins from the contour road above the city centre. You then wind your way up the front of the mountain stopping regularly along the way to take in the amazing views of the city and Table Bay. As we make our way to the top you will notice how the vegetation changes along the way, a beautiful feature of the hike. Once at the top we amble around taking in the breath taking views. You can then decide to either to hike down the same route or go down with the cable way.

Length and cost of hike up and cable down: 3 hours, R250
Length and cost of hike up and hike down: 4 hours, R300

Skeleton Gorge:

We start our hike in the beautiful settings of Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens scattered with thousands of indigenous plants. We then hike up the densely forested gorge stopping along the way to admire the views over the peninsula and leafy southern suburbs. Once at the top we walk towards Mclears Beacon (highest point on the mountain) and then towards the cable station taking in the impressive views along the way. Here you can choose whether to hike down Platteklip gorge or catch a lift down with the cable car.

Length and price of hike up and cable down: 4 hours, R320
Length and price of hike up and hike down: 5 hours, R370

Departs From: Cape Town, South Africa
Duration: 3 - 5 hours
Includes: You'll get: Fully qualified local Adventure Tour Guide, all transport, 500ml water, snack, all entries. Excluded: cable car (R60) You'll meet:Friendly, adventurous, like minded people You'll see Cape Town's Table Mountain You'll travel in: Luxury air conditioned vehicles
Price Per Person: R 250.00 - 370.00
Please Note: Please note that you are expected to pay for the guide’s Table Mountain cable car ticket as it is not covered in the costs. All prices quoted are for a minimum of 2 people booking. Table Mountain Hikes can be cancelled by Cape Xtreme on the morning of the hike. If you are booking your Table Mountain Hike more than 4 weeks in advance for your tour, we require a 20% deposit. If you are booking your Table Mountain Hike within 4 weeks, we require the full amount to be paid. *These Table Mountain Hike prices are correct at the time of the website going live, however are subject to confirmation at the time of booking your Table Mountain Hike.
Tour Operated By: Cape Xtreme Adventure Tours
Language: English
Departures: Daily