Guided Hikes in Table Mountain National Park

Table Mountain is one of South Africa’s most iconic landmarks, and at the top of everyone’s “must-see” list on any visit to the Mother City – one of several local nicknames for Cape Town. While many visitors enjoy riding the cable car to the top – and we do, too, sometimes – we think the best way to experience both the mountain and the National Park that surrounds it, is by walking one of its trails. Some people feel like they can handle the terrain without a guide. In our experience, however, because of the complexity of the trail system, and the number of lost, thirsty, hungry, tired, and/or sunburned hikers we’ve encountered over the years – including locals – we always recommend going with a guide. Whether that’s Lauren, Mother City Hikers’ founder, or one of our very experienced guides, we want your experience on the mountain to be safe, memorable, and fun.

Table Mountain has something for everyone, with trails suitable for beginners, advanced hikers, and everyone in between. We love introducing visitors to this local treasure by sharing their knowledge about what makes this area so special. And just how special is it? Special enough for UNESCO to grant the area World Heritage Site status in 2004 – some plants and animals are found nowhere else in the world.