Platteklip Gorge Starting Point

5 Bernadette Bredenkamp - 2 weeks ago

One of South Africa’s most done routes (with Lion’s Head as its competitor). I suggest that this 7 wonder route be a bucket list route. Some people start early and they run it up and down before sunrise. However, I believe that if you take it nice and slow, even an unfit person can enjoy this scenic route. Try to start just before sunrise and be aware that it starts with steps while your muscles haven’t had time to warm up so it is only natural to find it difficult in the beginning. Do not give up. Rather rest or walk slow but the walk is definitely worth it! We enjoyed coffee at the cafe by the Cable car. I walked 7km in totals (up and down).

4 Johan Radcliffe - 4 months ago

It is always great climbing Table Mountain. Platteklip is busy but a quick and easy route. Make sure you start early, it can get very hot. If you start late make sure you carry some water. Enjoy.

5 Stefan W - 9 months ago

Great hike up to the top of table mountain.
It is a bit steep at some point but completely fine for beginners. Definitely bring water, layers of clothes and watch the weather as it changes quickly!.

Keep an eye out for mountain goats too

5 Paul van Staden - 5 months ago

This hike is probably one of the most iconic hikes for anyone visiting Cape Town. If you are Capetonian you should have done this as initiation. The hike offers fantastic views of cape town and table bay. It is slightly challenging and caution is advised. Howrver, if you take it slow anyone can do it. Take water and snacks and always something warm for the top it is always cold even in the summer.

4 Lesley Williams - 8 months ago

Wow what a great experience to have gone outdoors of one of the 7 wonders of the world. Hiking up Table Mountain really has it challenges for the average person but the view is just so spectacular that it's not one to miss. Truly a once in a life time thing to do which doesn't cost anything.

5 Gustav Erlank - 6 months ago

Cool hike up the mountain. Be sure to start early though. Best to stay out of the sun and heat. Fairly strenuous, definitely not if you're unfit. Take care to bring water. Depending on fitness, plan for at least a 90 min hike. Oh yes, the coffee cart at the start of the trail serves fantastic coffees and snacks too!

5 Sean Mutama - 4 months ago

If u wanna hike table mountain but u dont have a lot of time on you hands but willing to put extra feet work this is you trail.. max 2 hours going up, the fastest route up table mountain as it is continuous steps up.. very worth it..i enjoy it every time