South Africa · HIKING & TREKKING
Table Mountain has more than one way up, Lion’s Head has chains, and the Drakensberg has passes that need a vehicle to reach. The 15 below are compared on climb, guide, and how early the walk has to start.
Review of Cape Town’s guided Lion’s Head sunrise or sunset hike, with trail difficulty, guides, views, price, safety, and booking advice.
“Kurt is super helpful and I enjoyed his stories and jokes! Great experience!”
Review of Cape Town’s Lion’s Head sunrise or sunset hike, with guide support, photo stops, safety tips, pricing, fitness advice, and practical details.
“A beautiful experience, the hike is great, although the ladders proved a little much for my wife, you can stop and still get a great sunrise. Jean Michel Victor is fantastic.”
Review of a guided Table Mountain hike in Cape Town, with expert guides, scenic routes, Fynbos insights, photo stops, and cable car descent.
“This was my first time hiking. IKR? Table Mountain sounds insane for a first timer😂. Anyways it was physically demanding, however, Robert was amazing and patient and had a good knowledge of almost everything. I also had amazing hike buddies. I definitely recommend.”
Review of Cape Town’s guided Lion’s Head sunrise or sunset hike, with 360-degree views, scrambling, head torches, photos, and practical tips.
“Robert was an awesome Tourguide and leaded us through every step. Very nice Hike with great company!”
Review of Cape Town's guided Lion's Head hike, with sunrise and sunset views, chains, ladders, snacks, coffee, price, and practical tips.
“The hike was amazing and our guide Fatima was perfect! She was very informative about the history of everything. We felt safe with her and had a wonderful time. We would hike with Fatima again in a heartbeat!”
Review of Cape Town’s private Table Mountain or Lion’s Head hike with guide Phil, scenic views, practical tips, pricing, fitness advice, and FAQs.
“Phil was awesome! Enthusiastic, supportive and fun! We had a great time and thoroughly enjoyed our hike on Lions Head”
Hike Table Mountain with a local guide via Platteklip Gorge or India Venster, with route choice, cable car descent, and practical tips.
“An unforgettable experience! Our guide Codi was very professional, and helped us to reach our goal even we thought we were not able to do it :). We also learned a lot about SA history and culture during our hike. For the India Venster route I highly recommend you wear hiking shoes, trainers can be slippery in the tecnical parts.”
Review of Cape Town’s guided Lion’s Head sunrise or sunset hike, with summit views, coffee, photos, safety tips, and practical advice.
“Andy was a great tour guide. He was able to explain safety precautions for beginners. He also made coffee for us and take pic with the clouds.”
Review of Cape Town’s guided Lion’s Head sunset hike, with route advice, guide details, safety tips, value, and booking guidance.
“Stuart is very friendly and informative throughout our hike up Lion’s head. My husband and I enjoyed our time with him. We’d look for him again the next time we visit Cape Town/ SA. His company organises activities/ tours of all sorts so do give him a shout if you’re looking for a friendly and well-experienced guide!”
Review of Cape Town’s Lion’s Head sunrise hike, with guide support, 360-degree views, practical tips, price advice, and route details.
“Lynette was a perfect guide. Very kind and welcome. She even changed the date because of the weather to make it a perfect hike.”
Review of Muki Venture’s guided Lion’s Head hike in Cape Town, with sunrise views, flexible routes, private transport, gear, prices, and tips.
“The tour was before sunrise! Exciting exploring the mountain with a headlamp. Awesome route even for beginners and The sunrise was spectacular and worth the effort!”
Review of Cape Town’s guided Lion’s Head sunset hike, with route details, safety tips, views, price value, fitness needs, and booking advice.
“Our tour guide was amazing and very helpful. He took his time with me and my friend as we went up and down the mountain. And even took us back to our hotel afterwards.”
Review Lion’s Head sunrise and sunset hike in Cape Town, with guide, headlamp, optional transfers, steep scrambling, and superb 360-degree views.
“Our guide was amazing! He hikes Lion's head twice a day so he knows every rock on the mountain and all the best picture spots. He had lights for us to use on the way down after the sunset. Do not try this without a guide! We have so many pictures from this climb but will remember it forever!”
Review of the Platteklip Gorge hike on Table Mountain, including effort, guides, views, cableway costs, timing, and practical packing advice.
“doable activity, just be positive about it. not foe those with knee, heart and lung problems though... our guide Leisl is very encouraging, very kind and very competent. see you in the Philippines Leisl, let's climb Mt Apo”
Review of Cape Town’s Lion’s Head guided hike, with sunrise views, ladders, chains, pricing, fitness advice, weather rules, and booking tips.
“Our sunrise hike up Lion's Head with Lynette was truly magical! Starting in the pre-dawn glow, the trail offered a thrilling adventure with ladders and chains, leading to the most breathtaking 360-degree views of Cape Town. As the sun rose ovRead more”
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