Follow the well-maintained path of Platteklip Gorge, one of the easiest ways to ascend Table Mountain. Admire breathtaking views of the city and beyond from the summit, then enjoy a scenic and relaxing descent via the cable car (tickets not included.)

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Duration 3 hours: Check availability to see starting times.
Live tour guide: English
Small group: Limited to 8 participants

Highlights

Hike up to the summit of Table Mountain
Follow the scenic path through Platteklip Gorge
Soak up majestic views of Cape Town and beyond
Relax on the cable car ride down to the starting point

Full description

Meet your friendly guide near the steps to the lower cable station at Table Mountain. After a brief introduction and the signing of your waiver form, it’s time for the adventure to begin. Ascend the mountain via Platteklip Gorge, via a scenic and well-maintained path that is perfect for beginners. Reach the summit and enjoy a well-deserved rest as you soak up the sprawling views of the city and beyond. Stroll around, take photos, and feel immersed in the beauty of nature. Once you’re finished at the top, purchase your tickets for the cable car and enjoy the relaxing ride back down to the starting point.

Includes

Guided tour up Platteklip Gorge

Hotel pickup and drop-off
Cable car tickets
Food and drinks
Gratuities

Not suitable for

Pregnant women
People with mobility impairments
Wheelchair users
People with low level of fitness

Covid-19 precautions

Traveler requirements

Masks are optional for this activity
Masks are required while indoors
All participants must also bring a valid government-issued photo ID (e.g. passport, driver's license, etc)

Meeting point

Meet your guide at the bottom of the stone steps, 50 meters to the right of the lower cable station on Tafelberg Road, Cape Town.

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Important information

What to bring

Passport or ID card
Sunglasses
Sun hat
Camera
Snacks
Hiking shoes
Sunscreen
Water
Jacket
Passport or ID card for children
Charged Smartphone
Closed-toe shoes
Daypack
Long-sleeved shirt

Not allowed

Smoking
Intoxication
Alcohol and drugs
Littering
Unaccompanied minors

Know before you go

All hikers under the age of 18 must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians
You must have a reasonable physical strength to participate, as even the moderate or difficult routes include moving on ladders, along chains fixed to the rock, and sometimes up the very steep or vertical rock using ladders, chains, and steel steps fixed to the rock
Please bear in mind that inability to reach the summit due to fitness issues will not entitle customers to any refunds
Please bring a South African identity document or passport, a daypack, a light windproof jacket, 2 litres of water (no glass containers), snacks, cell phone, camera, sunscreen, and lip balm
Suitable clothing to wear would be loose-fitting trousers, (preferably no jeans, skirts or dresses), a hat or a cap, hiking boots or running shoes (no flip-flops, Crocs, sandals, or high-heels), sunglasses, and a long-sleeved shirt for sun protection

Cape Town: Platteklip Gorge Hike and Cable Car Descent

Cape Town: Platteklip Gorge Hike and Cable Car Descent

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