Hike Table Mountain
We are a team of professional mountain guides specializing in Table Mountain.
Lording over the city of Cape Town, Table Mountain is a playground for outdoor enthusiasts and adventure seekers alike. Offering diverse terrain and grandeur at every turn, this flat-topped monolith begs exploration. Trails run the length and breadth of the mountain, offering exceptional hiking for all experience levels. Whether you’re looking for adventure, nature, escape or views, a hike up Table Mountain is not to be missed.
A passion for mountains coupled with a commitment to service excellence lies at the heartbeat of what we do, ensuring you get the ultimate experience. We pride ourselves on being competent, attentive, knowledgeable, fun and enthusiastic. As qualified and highly experienced mountain guides with an intimate knowledge of Table Mountain, we respect nature and never skimp on safety. We customize hikes to your needs and interests, from leisurely strolls to adventure ascents off the beaten track.
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“Riaan was an absolutely amazing guide. He made everyone feel extremely safe during scrambling and ensured we all felt good about our hiking tempo. He was very knowledgeable and gave us a ton of interesting facts about the mountain. He was super friendly and funny, ensuring a truly joyful experience. In addition he was very professional, making sure everyone was having a good and safe time throughout the hike. I completely recommend booking a hike with him as you will be in for a guaranteed wonderful experience.”
Kim, August 2023
“Riaan was an amazing guide, leading our group of four up the Llandudno Ravine. We lucked out on a winter’s day and saw nothing but clear skies and miles and miles of blue water. Riaan led us up an 1,800 vertical climb that consisted of scrambling and a few technical, yet manageable sections. An expert on the terrain, he spent time educating us about the mystique of Table Mountain. Regardless of your capability, our group would recommend hiring Riaan as a guide. His expertise helped us learn more about the mountain, Cape Town, and even a little more about ourselves. There’s no question that he is The Table Mountain Man.”
Nicole A, August 2023
“Riaan is a most professional guide who holds a deeply-intimate knowledge about the mountaineering of Table Mountain. Admirable is his concern for safety matters and his personalised-attention to details to ensure a safe and enjoyable trek up less-travelled routes of the mountain. His knowledge about the history of the mountain and its hiking routes added an important educational element to the trek. This hike was on my bucket-list and Riaan was instrumental in making this trek so memorable for me. My full thanks to Riaan for organising the best possible of days. Riaan comes highly recommended by me.”
Tom, June 2023
“Riaan’s knowledge and experience at both reading/understanding human psyches as well as his exceptional guiding skills took the fear out of the technically challenging aspects and allowed us all to achieve our goal safely and successfully. Fabulous experience because of exceptional guide!! Highly recommend.”
Nwaoffspring, May 2023
NEW BOOK! The first of its kind, Lines of Least Resistance tells the story of Table Mountain through its 101 hiking and scrambling routes. Written by Riaan Vorster, Hike Table Mountain owner and Table Mountain specialist.
Lines of Least Resistance tells the story of Table Mountain through its hiking and scrambling routes. Drawing on his intimate knowledge of the mountain, Riaan Vorster pays tribute to the early pioneers by examining their routes, clearing the sands of time from those which have slipped into oblivion. No two routes are alike; each possesses unique qualities that reveal something of the mountain’s character. Written from a personal as well as historical perspective, the book takes the reader on a journey of discovery along the highways and byways of Table Mountain.
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