Cape Town: Lion's Head Hike Sunrise with Coffee/Tea or Sunset

Duration3h - 4h

Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before

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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesEnglish, French

Group sizeUp to 6 travelers

Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

The trail up Lion's Head follows a scenic spiral path that wraps around the mountain, offering ever-changing views as you ascend. Along the way, the path becomes steeper and more rugged, requiring you to use your hands and feet to scramble over sections of rock. The route continues to the first ladder before crossing a narrow ledge equipped with a chain handrail. From here, you will reach a junction, leading up two rock sections via ladders to the crest of the southeast ridge. Near the summit, the final stretch involves a short scramble and one last ladder before reaching the 669-metre peak. From the top of Lion's Head, you'll be rewarded with spectacular 360-degree views of Cape Town and Table Mountain. As the light changes, you'll witness the city gradually come alive as its lights switch on at sunset, or watch them fade away at sunrise, creating an unforgettable panorama. A headlamp is provided whenever required. The descent follows the same route and takes around 60 minutes.

Options

Schedule hike with transport

Mercedes Vito or Mercedes Car
Pick-up & Drop-off included. : Group size maximum of 5 persons.
Pickup included

Schedule hike Drop-off only

Mercedes Vito or Mercedes car
Schedule hike drop-off only: Group size maximum of 5 persons
Pickup included

Schedule hike no transport

No Transport option: Group size maximum of 5 persons

Private hike with transport

Personalized Experience: A private hike allows you to tailor the pace according to your preferences.
Pickup included

What's included

Coffee or tea (on sunrise hike only)
Registered adventure hiking and culture tourist guide.
Small group sizes for a more personal, relaxed, and enjoyable experience.
Tips and recommendations for local restaurants, attractions, beaches, and activities after your hike
Insights into the area's history, flora, fauna.
Assistance with taking high-quality photos and videos at the best locations.
Basic first aid kit carried by your guide.
Head lamps provided for sunrise and sunset hikes.
Safety briefing before the hike begins.

What to expect

Lion's Head
3h

Lion’s Head hike has a steep screw top route circling the mountain and takes approximately two hours to complete. You’re getting views in all directions from the vista of the Atlantic coastline to the magnificent Table Mountain twelve Apostles. The trail being rocky in some sections using your hands to scramble over rocks maybe necessary. Rising up 669 meters Lion’s Head summit has a 360 degree view, with Table Mountain as its backdrop. Lion’s Head is situated in one of the smallest floral kingdoms in the world.
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Weather permitting, you may be lucky enough to see colorful paragliders gracefully flying from Lion's Head and nearby Signal Hill, taking advantage of Cape Town's spectacular coastal scenery and favorable wind conditions. As paragliding is entirely weather dependent, sightings cannot be guaranteed but often add an unforgettable touch to your Lion's Head experience.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

The hike starts on Signal Hill Road, at the base of Lion’s Head.
There’s a small parking on Signal Hill Road, between Kloof Nek and Signal Hill view point. Prior the hiking day a what's up location will be send to your cell phone.

End point

The hike starts on Signal Hill Road, at the base of Lion’s Head.
There’s a small parking on Signal Hill Road, between Kloof Nek and Signal Hill view point. Prior the hiking day a what's up location will be send to your cell phone.

Pickup details

Choose your transportation options:
Pick-up & drop-off.
Drop-off only.
No transport.

Additional information

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
Not recommended for travelers who suffer form vertigo or fear of height
This hike may not be suitable for those who have undergone knee or hip replacement surgery.
Important to have a small camel-bag to be able to store your water bottle.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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