Table Mountain Hike

As its name suggests, Table Mountain is so named due to its flat-topped appearance. It is an iconic Cape Town landmark and not only a significant tourist attraction, but also a place locals cherish for its beauty. A Table Mountain hike can take various forms, from short one-hour escapades to day-long adventures traversing through forest-like terrain, steep rocky sections, and open plains within only a few kilometres. 

The mountain forms part of the Table Mountain National Park. Table Mountain’s vegetation varieties form part of the Cape Floral Region protected areas which are a World Heritage Site. Many vegetative species are endemic to these mountains and not found anywhere else in the world. There is no doubt that a Table Mountain hike is the best way to experience it all.

The most extraordinary thing about a Table Mountain hike is the view. You don’t have to reach the top to be left speechless at the magnificent scenery. The mountain offers panoramic views of unending oceans, the city bowl, and the Cape Peninsula. Reaching the top, however, really makes for an unforgettable sight. For those who prefer, the cable car can be taken both up and down the mountain, or just one way. Hiking up and taking the cableway down is a popular option, especially in the heat of summer. The cable car rotates 360 degrees for far-reaching views as it glides along the mountain.