Platteklip Gorge Guided Hike Experience from Cape Town
- New to hiking? Table Mountain's Platteklip Gorge makes for a perfect novice hike worth the try
- Enjoy quality leisure time on the summit with many viewpoints and great photo opportunities
- Take in the real-time postcard views of Table Bay, Robben Island, and downtown Cape Town
- Your descent will be just as remarkable with an optional cable car ride down the slope to your starting point
Options
Half Day Hike (Groups of 6 to 7 people)
Inclusions
English-speaking guide
Insurance provided by the operator
Entrance fee to Table Mountain
Bottled water
Exclusions
Transport
Meals and beverages
One way cable car fee (optional)
Additional Info
Participants must be aged 10+ to participate in this activity
The Platteklip Gorge is a beginner-level hike. Please ensure that you are fit enough for a continuous hike as the Table Mountain is steep and physically challenging
Please note that a moderate amount of walking is involved in this tour
Picnics are allowed on the summit. If you'll be bringing alcoholic drinks, it is highly recommended to drink moderately for safety reasons
An optional cable wagon ride is available for purchase at the counter if you do not wish to hike back down the mountain
The activity pushes through whether rain or shine, except for heavy rain and lightning
This activity is not recommended for anyone with impaired physical mobility
This activity is not recommended for anyone with certain medical conditions such as high blood pressure, epilepsy, etc.
Sunscreen
Snacks
Sports or hiking gear
1-2L drinking water
Walking shoes
Warm top
Cap
What's included in Platteklip Gorge Guided Hike Experience from Cape Town
(Subject to Option Inclusions)- [Departure] 07:00, meet up at Platteklip Trail Start..Please arrive at the location 10 mins before the departure time Latecomers or no-shows can't be refunded
- [Attraction/experience] 07:00, 4 hour(s), Guided tour, Platteklip Gorge
- [Return] 11:00, at Table Mountain Cable Station,
- The menu might change depending on the season and availability of ingredients
Our Favourites
Zig Zag your way up the fastest route to the summit of Table Mountain. This is the same stone path used before the cableway was built. Enjoy postcard views of Table Bay, Robben Island, and downtown Cape Town. This is the iconic way up the 7th Natural Wonder of the World. Explore the summit with many viewpoints and photo opportunities, grab a bite to eat or drink at the cafe on top and experience the cableway back down the mountain.
Insider Tips:
- You are recommended to take the cable car back down to save some time if you wish to go around the city after the activity
What To Wear:
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Warm / dry top
- Cap
What To Bring:
- 1-2L drinking water
- Backpack
- Sun screen protection
- Snacks
Route
How to get there
By car: It is recommended to take a taxi directly
Meet
Venues
- Platteklip Gorge Trail Start
- Table Mountain National Park South Africa 209 Tafelberg Rd Table Mountain Nature Reserve Cape Town
