Table Mountain
The Ultimate Hiking Guide
Your Guide to Table Mountain
Welcome to our comprehensive guide to Table Mountain, the majestic landmark that watches over Cape Town and holds the title as one of the New7Wonders of Nature. Our website aims to provide you with all the information you need for an unforgettable visit to this breathtaking destination.
This guide is the ultimate companion for independent hikers, providing detailed descriptions of the main routes up Table Mountain, safety tips, what to bring, best times to visit, and more. Whether you’re a seasoned hiker or a beginner eager for adventure, this guide is designed to help you navigate the trails with confidence and ease.
Routes to the top
Indian Venster
- Start: Tafelberg Road
- End: Table Mountain Summit
- Length: 4 km
- Duration: 3-4 hours
- Dog Friendly: No
Total Climb:
Moderate to Strenuous
Platteklip Gorge
- Start: Tafelberg Road
- End: Table Mountain Summit
- Length: 3 km
- Duration: 2-3 hours
- Dog Friendly: No
- Total Climb :
Moderate to Strenuous
Skeleton Gorge
- Start: Kirstenbosch Gardens
- End: Table Mountain Summit
- Length: 6 km
- Duration: 4-5 hours
- Dog Friendly: No
- Total Climb:
Moderate to Strenuous
Kasteelpoort
- Start: Pipe Track, Camps Bay
- End: Table Mountain Summit
- Length: 7 km
- Duration: 4-5 hours
- Dog Friendly: No
- Total Climb:
Moderate to Strenuous
Alternative Routes
Devil’s Peak
- Start: Tafelberg Road
- End: Devil’s Peak Summit
- Length: 7 km
- Duration: 3-4 hours
- Dog Friendly: Yes
- Total Climb:
Moderate to Strenuous
Pipetrack
- Start: Kloof Nek Parking Area
- End: Kloof Nek Parking Area
- Length: 6 km
- Duration: 2-3 hours
- Dog Friendly: Yes
- Total Climb
Easy to Moderate
Lion’s head
- Start: Signal Hill Road
- End: Lion’s Head Summit
- Length: 5 km
- Duration: 2-3 hours
- Dog Friendly: Yes
- Total Climb:
Moderate
Valley of the Red Gods
- Start: Theresa Avenue
- End:Theresa Avenue
- Length: +6 km
- Duration: +3 hours
- Dog Friendly: Yes
- Total Climb
Easy to Moderate
Table Mountain by Cable Car
Looking for a breathtaking adventure that combines innovation, history, and unparalleled views. Try the Cable Car! This iconic cable car ride offers you the chance to scale one of the New7Wonders of Nature in a mere five minutes, while you revel in a 360-degree panorama of Cape Town’s unparalleled beauty.
Once you reach the summit, be prepared to be enchanted by the stunning vistas of Table Bay, Robben Island, and the vibrant city below. Between the free guided tours, delightful meal options, and a Wi-Fi lounge situated 1,067 metres above sea level, your mountain-top experience promises to be as unforgettable as the journey there. Read the Ultimate guide to saving money and time on the cable car while having the best time
The Mountain Club of South Africa (MCSA)
offers mountain rescue services among its many activities.
Mountain Club of South Africa