Hike Table Mountain

Ranked #1 outdoor activity in Cape Town on Tripadvisor since 2014.

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Hike Table Mountain is the only mountain-guiding outfit that offers hikes up all Table Mountain routes, giving you a multitude of options for the ultimate experience.

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Why Hike with us

We are highly experienced mountain guides with a passion for Table Mountain as well as sharing the mountain with others.

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Hike Table Mountain with Expert Local Guides

We are a team of professional mountain guides specializing in Table Mountain.

Towering over the city of Cape Town, Table Mountain is a playground for outdoor enthusiasts and adventure seekers alike. This tabular monolith begs exploration, offering grandeur and sensational views at every turn. Whether you’re seeking adventure, communion with nature or a peaceful escape, a hike up Table Mountain is a must-do.

We are a team of professional and highly experienced mountain guides specializing in Table Mountain. At the heart of what we do is a passion for people and mountains, underpinned by an unwavering commitment to service excellence. We believe guiding is far more than merely navigation. Guides are knowledgeable, enthusiastic companions dedicated to ensuring you get the ultimate experience.

We are consummate Table Mountain experts and pride ourselves on:

Competence, enthusiasm and attentiveness
Possessing an intimate knowledge of the routes and terrain
Safety at all times

We don’t believe in one-size-fits-all hiking. Hikes are tailored to your abilities and interests, ensuring a memorable experience. Whether you’re looking for a leisurely stroll or an adventurous ascent off the beaten track, we’re excited to share the mountain with you.

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More than 1,200+ 5 star reviews on Tripadvisor!

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   John 
 
 
 
 Verified Magnificent day hike
Magnificent day of hiking. We started in the morning with the climb. It is a place with few tourists so we were able to fully enjoy nature. Arrived at the top we visited a few popular places then we went back down on the east side in the forest.
  
 
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   ADesi 
 
 
 
 Verified An unforgettable hike with Johan!
What an amazing hike with Johan. I booked the night before and they were able to accommodate me last minute, best decision I made. Lucked out on the weather and got beautiful photos & memories out of it. Loved the small intimate group and super knowledgable guide. Johan knew when to stop/rest, take the best photos & teach you to scramble. We arrived at the top not tired, and I think kudos to Johan for pacing us so well. I would definitely do any of my hikes with this group. Thank you!
  
 
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   Cally P 
 
 
 
 Verified Great tour
Great guided hike, Steph very knowledgable about the area and mountain, good conversation. Take plenty of water. We would recommend to others!
  
 
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   Karen A 
 
 
 
 Verified India Venster sunrise hike
Sensational view, a bit hairy in some places and overall thoroughly enjoyable. The view from the top was blanketed in fog, but the views on the way up more than made up for the lack of visibility at the top. Mike was an excellent, personable and knowledgeable guide, who made us feel quite safe, even at the more precarious spots. Spotting some hyrax and goats was the cherry on top 😊
  
 
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   James K 
 
 
 
 Verified Amazing
We did the Kasteelspoort walk with Steph to the table mountain summit for our honeymoon. It was an amazing experience and she was the best guide. Steph collected us by car from our hotel in Camps Bay. The hike took us about 3.5 hours. We had the best weather so the views from the summit were sublime.
  
 
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   VickeyM152 
 
 
 
 Verified Amazing experience
Steph is an amazing guide. Thank you for a safe and fun experience. I'm an avid hiker but would never have been able to hike this trail without your expert guidance and knowledge. Thank you for an amazing adventure!
  
 
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   Girish P 
 
 
 
 Verified Great organisation and fun hikes
Had a great experience with both Steph (India Venster) and Ian (Lion’s head sunrise) with great organisation with Rian. Both guides were very personable and professional, making the experience more worthwhile. Would highly recommend to book with them a hiking trip in Cape Town
  
 
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   Tracey 
 
 
 
 Verified Steph knows her stuff - history, plants, and hand holds!
Steph was such a friendly and knowledgeable guide - she shared tons of history and pointed out plants and wildlife along the way, usually with a wonderful story to go with it. The hike was challenging and it started to rain, making everything a little slippery. Steph knew every outcropping and was able to guide us up, pointing out the best hand holds and steps along the way. As a result, we had zero problems and really enjoyed ourselves despite the rain. I would highly recommend Steph.
  
 
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   Andrew W 
 
 
 
 Verified An amazing adventurous climb at Table Mountain
2 days into our tour of Cape Town and we looked at doing a hike up Table Mountain. If anyone has ever done scrambling you know it's a fantastic form of climbing up steep face kind of like rock climbing without the need for getting too technical with ropes. I myself had never done it but Bill our guide spent a few moments making sure we where competent to make the climb then we where off. The hike was tough so a medium level of fitness is required but not as much as to a need for major Cardio fitness. Mike our Guide has been doing this for years and we was incredibly personable and a fantastic guide to boot. He took very good care of our safety, he's a major asset to the company. If you ever think about doing something with a real sense of adventure don't miss using these guys, they rock and I'll never forgot the incredible adventure I had with them climbing table mountain..
  
 
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   468DeniseB 
 
 
 
 Verified THE highlight of our trip
We had the pleasure of sharing some of our Christmas Day with Mike who led us on the India Venster route up Table Mountain. We were nervous but Riaan's prior guidance and reassurance ensured we knew we were in safe hands. We had clear communication beforehand and we soon became confident with Mike's support to get us to the top. Doing this route is a must do for anyone who has a sense of adventure and is very rewarding. I wouldn't recommend doing it without a guide. We learned so much from Mike and felt completely safe with him. We also hiked up Lions Head at Sunset with Ian who again was a pleasure to be with - professional but friendly and reassuring. Again, a guide is recommended especially when returning in the dark and on the busy narrow paths. We highly recommend Riaan Vorster and his team enough.

More than 70+ 5 star reviews on Google!

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   Thomas & 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We booked the India Vestner hike up Table Mountain at Sunrise and a sunset hike up Lion's Head. Both Riaan and Dale were amazing guides and would 100% recommend doing this with a guide and specifically with Hike Table Mountain.
  
 
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   Jaroslava H 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I made India Venster and Lion's Head hikes with Dale. It was a fantastic experience even if it rained during our hike on Table mountain and we had no view. Dale was very professional, kind and helpful as well as Riaan supporting me with trip planning. I can only recommend. I really appreciate professionalism of this team. Thank you guys.
  
 
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   Alec S 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Dale and I went out the mountain today 1-1 and had a great time sharing about the culture, history, flora and fauna of South Africa.

Dale shared his expert knowledge on a range of topics with a friendly and personable attitude. He also helped with the more challenging scrambles up the mountain which was very helpful, all together he was an exceptional guide.

Further to his technical knowledge of the climb we also had some time to share about our personal lives and lives in our respective countries, which made the hike enjoyable.

I wanted to share this message to commend his service which I would deem exemplary. Thank you to your company for ticking off this ‘bucket list’ item for me, once in a life time!

- Alec
  
 
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   Tyran S 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. A moment in time I will never forget, honest magnificent...images just don't do it justice
  
 
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   Kelly S 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We did the India Venster route with Mike and we absolutely loved it!

It was somewhat challenging in parts - but nothing that wasn't possible. Mike ensured we were all safe at all times and made everything easy. He was also a pleasure to spend a few hours with!

The route was amazing, absolutely loved it.
  
 
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   Bethany F 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We hiked the Platteklip Gorge route with Steph and had an amazing experience! Even though it was a cloudy morning with no view at the top, we loved our hike. Steph was so friendly, patient and encouraging throughout and had extensive knowledge of the flora and fauna of the mountain. It worked really well to hike up and get the cable car back down. We would thoroughly recommend booking with Hike Table Mountain!
  
 
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   Joseph W 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Amazing hiking 🥾 company most experienced.
  
 
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   Nicole H 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. This was the experience of a lifetime! 😍 Riaan gave us all the confidence and support that we needed, and he helped me access the courage and stamina needed for this hike. I’m truly thankful for his guidance, views expertises and knowledge that he shared.
  
 
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   Rebecca T 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Amazing experience hiking India Venster! Our guide Mike was welcoming, knowledgeable, and personable, and I felt very comfortable with him leading our route! Riaan was also very responsive and helpful with booking, and keeping me updated on any changes. A highlight of my time in Cape Town.

NEW BOOK! The amplified second edition of Lines of Least Resistance will hit the shelves in October. It contains 75% more material and comes with a separate vintage map of the mountain showing the location of all the routes.

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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