Hike to Table Mountain in Cape Town

Explore one of the most famous landmark in Cape Town with a qualified mountain guide and enjoy an excellent and safe adventure hiking to Table Mountain!

Platteklip Gorge Route

6 options available from €36

Book your activity

From€36
1 half day
Occasionally sporty
From 7 years-old and up

Practical information

The original climb to the top, its first documented ascent was in 1503. It is a steep but well defined and maintained route up the mountain and it's best suited for a quick hike to the top or a visit to Maclear’s Beacon.

  • Level: Moderate terrain with some steep sections
  • Round trip duration: 2-3 hours
  • Challenges: No rock scrambling
Course of events
  • Meet your guide at the meeting point
  • Drive to the starting point of the activity
  • Briefing
  • 2 to 3-hour hike on the Platteklip Gorge Route (pace to suit the group)
  • Debriefing
  • Return journey to Cape Town
Activity requirements

All minors must have authorization from their parents.

Special terms

Please get in touch with your instructor after booking to arrange the specific meeting time.

Meeting point:
Venture Forth, 31 Montague Drive 7441, Montague Gardens, Cape Town, 7441, South Africa
Spoken languages:English, Afrikaans
Included
  • Backpacks
  • Trekking poles
  • Guide
  • Transport from the meeting point to the starting point of the hike and back
Excluded
  • Meals
Do not forget to bring
  • Hiking boots
  • Waterproof light jacket
  • Sunscreen
  • Bottled water and snacks