Hiking Lion's Head Sunrise or Sunset
The trail going up Lion’s head is a screw top trail you’ll be circling the mountain getting to the top. At one point the path gives way to rough ground you have to step up using your hands to scramble over rocks. You will then continue steeply upwards to the first ladder, before traversing along a shelf with a chain handrail. Next, you will reach a fork, where you will have the choices to either veer left to circumnavigate two rock pitches or to turn right and climb the rock pitches. If you are not into vertical rock steps continue left, past some huge pine trees to gain the crest of the southeast ridge. At the summit of Lion's Head one has a 360 degree view it is one of the three iconic peaks that frame the city of Cape Town. It has Table Mountain as its backdrop and it is situated in the smallest and richest floral kingdoms in the world. Then little by little, the city lights will turn on or off offering a new sight. You will be provided with a headlamp when needed. Small group.
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What's included in Hiking Lion's Head Sunrise or Sunset
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Lion's Head
Lion’s Head hike has a steep screw top route circling the mountain and takes approximately two hours to complete. You’re getting views in all directions from the vista of the Atlantic coastline to the magnificent Table Mountain twelve Apostles. The trail being rocky in some sections using your hands to scramble over rocks maybe necessary. Rising up 669 meters Lion’s Head summit has a 360 degree view, with Table Mountain as its backdrop. Lion’s Head is situated in one of the smallest floral kingdoms in the world.
Inclusions
- First Aid Kit
- Registered hiking tour guide
- Coffee on sunrise hike only.
- Photos & video
- Head lamp
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Not recommended for travelers who suffer form vertigo or fear of height
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Pickup and Dropoff
You can choose to be picked up from a list of locations, or alternatively, have the choice to make your own way to the meeting points
Please arrive at the pick up point 15 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
Choose your transportation options: Pick-up & drop-off. Drop-off only. No transport.
Meeting / End Points
- Lion's Head start of the hike parking area. A what's up location will be send to your cell phone.
Redeem
Ticket Redemption
Transportation depending on selected option: pick-up & drop-off in Cape Town city bowl. Drop-off only Cape Town city bowl or no transport. Have water Have trail running shoe or trainer or hiking boot Have hiking snacks Have Windbreaker This experience requires a minimum number of participant to operate. If weather conditions are not suitable, you will be offered a choice between an alternative date or a refund or If weather conditions are not suitable, you will be offered a choice between an alternative date/activity or a full refund. Check weather forecast If booking made within 24 hours before the start of the activity.
