Cape Town Table Mountain Hike

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TicketPrice per personFrom ZAR 1600,-ClockDuration3-6 hours
March 13, 2026 - English - 08:00
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  • Cape Town Table Mountain Hike
  • 2 to 6 hours of walking
  • With English-speaking private guide
  • Gourmet picnic lunch
  • Snacks included

Complete your trip with the Cape Town Table Mountain Hike. If youโ€™re going to visit Capetown, climbing this mountain is surely number one. It makes this destination unique, just as the statue of Jesus does with Rio de Janeiro. This beautiful and impressive mountain overlooks the city and the distant surroundings. At the top, youโ€™ll be further surprised by hundreds of species of unusual plants. Go with a local guide and make this experience extra special.

Cape Town Table Mountain Hike: an absolute must

We have selected some favorite routes. All routes are with an experienced guide who takes you along and tells you all kinds of things. There are some easy routes, but for the advanced hiker there are also routes that are heavier and longer. Below you can read more information about the different routes.

  • Western Table to Maclears Beacon: 2 hours โ€“ Easy hike on the Table Mountain plateau. This route starts with a ride in the cable car. Once at the top, you can enjoy 360-degree views of the city, Lions Head and the mountain itself. The trail continues to Maclears Beacon, which is the highest point. This is a pleasant walk mostly flat with great views.
  • Platteklip Gorge: 2-3 hours โ€“ easy to moderate hiking along the most popular route. This route begins with a steep hike. The long staircase to the top is one of the most popular hiking options. Then you can enjoy 360-degree views of the city, Lions Head and the mountain itself.
  • India Window: 2-3 hours โ€“ Moderate to Weak a route. This route begins with a short hike along the face of the mountain. India Window offers adventure trekkers an exciting challenge for those fit enough to scramble up some steep rocky slopes. For two-thirds of the route, the trail follows that of the cable car. Then it will turn and offer stunning views of Lionโ€™s Head, Signal Hill and the Atlantic Ocean and Camps Bay below.
  • Twelve Apostles on the Table Mountain Plateau: 4-6 hours -An easy route with several views. The climb on Castle Gate zigzags its way up through a partially shaded gorge beneath the overhanging walls of Spring Buttress. You will be rewarded with views of the Twelve Apostles and across the Atlantic coast. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the Valley of the Red Gods and the Valley of Isolation. Finally, continue with a pleasant hike to the upper cable car station.

Book the Cape Town Table Mountain Hike online now

Got excited? Donโ€™t wait any longer and book the Cape Town Table Mountain Hike online now. Climbing this amazing mountain should definitely not be missed during your stay.

Prices Table Mountain Hike:
1 person: ZAR 4000,-
2 persons: ZAR 2750,- p.p.
3 persons: ZAR 2200,- p.p.
4 persons: ZAR 1800,- p.p.
5 persons or more: ZAR 1600,- p.p.

The price does not include the cable car ticket. You will meet the guide at the bottom of the cable car.

Complete your trip with the Cape Town Table Mountain Hike from Baja Bikes!

Information
Important to know:
  • Reservations are required
  • Change or cancel up to 24 hours before tour free of charge
  • Payment is in advance
  • In case of rain, you get a poncho or may reschedule or cancel for free
  • Bring sunscreen, raincoat, a small backpack and your camera
  • Level of activity: Medium
Includes:
  • Snacks
  • The local guide, English-speaking guide
  • A top-notch experience!
  • Photo moments
Group size:
  • Bookable for groups of: 2 to 200 participants
  • Average group size: 8 participants
  • Minimum number: 2 participants
  • An additional guide is used for every 15 participants
  • For larger groups, we deploy more guides
Sustainability & CSR
That's why this tour is good for you and the planet:
  • Walking tours are a form of sustainable tourism
  • You save 1.5 to 2 kilos of Co2 compared to the bus
  • You stimulate the local economy and employment
  • You help invest in green infrastructure locally
  • Walking is healthy and relaxing
  • Read more about Baja Bikes & sustainability
Meeting point
  • Details are in the booking confirmation
  • Online reservations for the tour are required!

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Ticket

Price per person

From ZAR 1600,-

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Duration

3-6 hours