How long is the hike up Table Mountain?
Our full-day hikes up Table Mountain take about five hours to complete and cover roughly five kilometres. These Table Mountain hikes show you a lot more of the mountain than half-day hikes and are often technically challenging.
How hard is the Table Mountain hike?
Difficulty – 5 out of 5, it’s the most challenging and dangerous route up Table Mountain, not suitable for children or elderly people. Terrain – rocks, boulders, occasional chains and ladders, footpath at the very end of the trail. Parking – along Tafelberg Road before or after Lowe Cable Car station.
How long does it take to hike Skeleton Gorge?
about 4.5 hours
The Skeleton Gorge hike gains about 900 meters (3000 feet) over a distance of about 6.5 kilometres (4.4 miles). It takes the average person about 4.5 hours to reach the summit (upper cable station).
Is it safe to hike Table Mountain alone?
Muggings and attacks on Table Mountain have increased in recent years. Even though the Kirstenbosch and Table Mountain National Park security are constantly on patrol, and have apprehended culprits, it is not advisable to walk alone or in small groups. Also, do not carry large amounts of money or valuables with you.
How much does it cost to climb Table Mountain?
Adult return: R290, children return: R140 (4–17 years). Please note, tickets must be bought between stops 1 to 6 and not at stop 7 (Table Mountain).
How fit do you need to be to climb Table Mountain?
To enjoy the experience, with an average level of determination, you need a certain amount of fitness. A person who does 4 to 5 hours’strenuous exercise per week will manage well on most routes without fatigue detracting from the experience.
What time can you start hiking Table Mountain?
There are numerous factors to consider to determine the ideal time to start a Table Mountain hike. In general, morning time is the best time to hike. Early morning. Leaving as late as 8 or 9 am may already be too late.
Do you have to pay to hike at Skeleton Gorge?
It makes its way up the Eastern side of Table Mountain and is mostly covered by lush trees. You start the hike in Kirstenbosch Gardens. This means you have to pay entrance and make your way up through the gardens before starting the actual climb.
What is the easiest route up Table Mountain?
Platteklip Gorge
The easiest route to navigate on Table Mountain is Platteklip Gorge. The downside is that this route is the least interesting, scenic and rewarding of the lot. As the saying goes, “The best reward comes after the hardest climb”.