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Cape Town: Table Mountain Guided Hike Up/Cable Car Down

By Aktiv Tours
Free cancellation available
Price is €76 per adult* *Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults

Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 4h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages

Overview

  • Go on a guided hike up Platteklip Gorge, one of Table Mountain’s iconic trails
  • Learn about the rich flora and fauna that thrive on the mountain's rugged slopes
  • Take in the breathtaking views of Cape Town and the Atlantic Ocean below
  • Enjoy a physically demanding ascent and plenty of opportunities to pause
  • Take the cable car back down or linger a bit longer, enjoying refreshments

Activity location

    • Cape Town
    • Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Tafelberg Rd, Table Mountain (Nature Reserve), Cape Town, 8001, South Africa | We start at the Platteklip Gorge Hike start on Tafelberg Road about 2km further past the lower cable station. There is a sign indicating the start of the hike. There is also space to park your car. Guide will be wearing a black Aktiv Tours shirt.
    • Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

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Cape Town: Table Mountain Guided Hike Up/Cable Car Down
  • Activity duration is 4 hours4h
    4h
  • English
Starting time: 06:30
Price details
€76.10 x 1 Adult€76.10
Total
Price is €76.10

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Guided hike up Platteklip Gorge
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Knowledgeable/Qualified English/German speaking hiking guide
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Breathtaking views of Cape Town and the Atlantic Ocean
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Cable car ride down ( Cable car closed 28 July - 03 August 2025 )
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Refreshments at the summit

Know before you book

  • Not allowed: Alcohol and drugs, Drones, Smoking
  • Not suitable for: People with low level of fitness, People with mobility impairments, People with pre-existing medical conditions
  • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.

What you can expect

Cape Town: Table Mountain Sunrise Hike via Platteklip Gorge + Cable Car Ride Down
Challenge yourself with a bucket-list hike up Table Mountain — and reward your efforts with epic summit views, sunrise serenity, and a smooth cable car descent. Led by a passionate local guide, this small-group experience blends nature, storytelling, and unforgettable scenery.

What to Expect
Join us for a guided hike up Table Mountain’s iconic Platteklip Gorge, the most direct — and awe-inspiring — route to the summit. As you ascend through the ancient sandstone cliffs, your guide will share the mountain’s hidden stories, from local legends and indigenous plants to modern conservation efforts.

Along the way:

Feel the early morning magic as the sun rises over the Cape

Learn the history behind Table Mountain’s sacred status

Snap professional-quality photos included in your tour

Celebrate your summit with panoramic views of the Atlantic, Robben Island, and the city bowl

End your hike in style with a scenic cable car ride down

Why This Tour Is Different
✨ Sunrise Option available for golden-hour peace and unbeatable light

‍‍ Small group feel (max 8 guests) for personal attention and safety

Photos included — no need to juggle your phone while climbing

Local guide with authentic Cape Town insights and storytelling

Tried-and-true route: Platteklip is direct, steep, and rewarding — with plenty of natural rests along the way

✅ What’s Included
Professional local mountain guide

Table Mountain cable car ticket (for descent)

Curated photo package from the hike

Safety briefing and route orientation

Not Included
Hotel pickup/drop-off (can be arranged separately)

Food and water (please bring your own snacks and 1L+ of water)

Know Before You Go
This is a moderate to strenuous hike. A good fitness level is recommended.

The trail involves 1.5–2.5 hours of uphill hiking, depending on pace.

Dress in layers; Cape Town mornings can start cool and warm quickly.

The cable car is weather-dependent — if it’s closed, we’ll hike down together.
PLEASE NOTE: CABLE CAR CLOSED FOR MAINTENACE 28 JULY - 3 AUGUST 2025

Location

Activity location

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    • Cape Town
    • Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Tafelberg Rd, Table Mountain (Nature Reserve), Cape Town, 8001, South Africa | We start at the Platteklip Gorge Hike start on Tafelberg Road about 2km further past the lower cable station. There is a sign indicating the start of the hike. There is also space to park your car. Guide will be wearing a black Aktiv Tours shirt.
    • Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa