African Wonder of Nature Table Mountain Hike

5.0 (8 reviews) Cape Town, South Africa
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Duration6h
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LanguagesEnglish, French
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Table Mountain National Park is recognized as one of the world's most remarkable attractions. Hikers and climbers immerse in a blend of rugged mountains, dramatic cliffs and kloofs, unique and famous vegetation dominated by the fynbos such as proteas and ericas. Small animals like Klipsringer, Onyx, Rock hyrax (dassie), Agama, with a wide range of birdlife can be spotted. Hikers enjoy mesmerizing views of the glorious Atlantic Seaboard encompassing magnificent bays and beaches, dunes and lagoons, and the notorious Robben Island. Join us and discover more about Table Mountain whose existence is inextricably intertwined with the history of Cape Town and its people, starting from the Cape’s indigenous people – the Khoi pastoralists and the San hunter-gatherers - to modern days.

What's included

  • Hotel pick up & drop off
  • Private vehicle with fuel
  • Private guide
  • Bottled water
  • Meals & Drinks
  • Tickets for Table Mountain Aerial Cable Car

What to expect

  1. Platteklip Gorge
    30m
    Enjoy a scenic drive to “PlatteKlip” hiking trail. Travelers are greeted by exceptional natural beauty of the fynbos biome surrounding the city, the Atlantic Seaboard, from bays to valleys. The views get more striking and impressive as you drive uphill. Table Mountain National Park (TMNP) is an impressive congregation of natural magnificence covering a large area of UNESCO world heritage site and is known for its historic, scenic, and recreational significance. This park has much more in store for nature lovers and thrill-seekers alike. It is very rich in floral biodiversity featuring indigenous critters and colorful fynbos and is part of the Cape Floral Kingdom.
  2. Table Mountain National Park
    2h 30m
    The best way to explore the natural beauty and discover the unique geology of Table Mountain is to hike it. Hikers and climbers get an opportunity to get in touch with the distinctive natural aspects of this world wonder of nature; passing through rocky watercourses, immersing in a jumble of boulders, cliffs, rock formations, fynbos, with spectacular views of the city, the sea, the V &A harbor, Camps Bay and Clifton white sandy beaches, Robben Island and the entire mountain range. There are various Table Mountain hiking trails, offering different landscapes and terrains. The most recommended is "Platteklip Gorge".
    Join us and learn more about the history of this interesting mountain and its close link with the establishment of the city of Cape Town and the lives of its inhabitants.
  3. Table Mountain Aerial Cableway
    1h
    Explore the table-top like summit of Table Mountain. Enjoy a meal or refreshments at “Ten 67” Café-restaurant. Enjoy the tranquility and beauty of the mountaintop environment. Capture the stunning scenery and discover wildlife such as Dassie -Rock hyrax-, Klipspringer, Agama and a wide range of birdlife. Browse the curio “Shop at the Top” for gifts and souvenirs. Take in the breathtaking 360-degree views of Cape Town, the Atlantic Ocean, and the surrounding landscape.
  4. 2h
    A descent via “Platteklip Gorge” offers spectacular views of Cape Town, the “Devil's Peak”, Robben Island, and the surrounding ocean, and the imposing cliffs within the gorge create a dramatic and grand atmosphere, especially in the upper reaches. The cascading stream during Winter, colorful proteas in Spring and the historical significance of the route add to its appeal.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Please find a seat at the Westin Hotel. Our guide will meet you there. He/she will be wearing a badge and a red hat.

End point

Please find a seat at the Westin Hotel. Our guide will meet you there. He/she will be wearing a badge and a red hat.

Pickup details

Our guides liaise with the hotel concierge to meet our clients.
At the port, our guides display nameboards.

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

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

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