Visiting Table Mountain
It gets its name from a remarkably flat top that cuts a silhouette like a dining table when seen from afar. In an equally poetic touch, South Africans refer to the cloud cover that rolls over the summit as the tablecloth. For these reasons and many more, Table Mountain stands as the most famous site in South Africa. Hikers head up regularly to tackle the network of trails crisscrossing the landscape. Beyond the footpaths, you can explore a protected national park framed by sweeping panoramic views. The ideal way to tackle the excursion is taking the cable car, which lets you fully soak in the incredible vistas surrounding the area.
An Essential Landmark
Reaching this beloved mountain comes down to two options: hiking or riding the cable car. Adventurous travelers typically choose to hike, picking their way along the marked trails crisscrossing the terrain. Others board the cable car, which carries 65 passengers per trip. The ride takes roughly six minutes to reach the top. The system only operates when weather conditions are safe. If high winds or storms roll in, hiking is your only option, or you simply postpone the trip to this iconic spot. No matter the weather, it is a prime opportunity to discover exceptional biodiversity in a national park ranked among the New Seven Wonders of Nature.
Opening hours
| Monday | 08:00-21:30 |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 08:00-21:30 |
| Wednesday | 08:00-21:30 |
| Thursday | 08:00-21:30 |
| Friday | 08:00-21:30 |
| Saturday | 08:00-21:30 |
| Sunday | 08:00-21:30 |
Operations depend on weather conditions.
This impressive and legendary mountain dominates the beautiful city of Cape Town. I was lucky enough to take the cable car up, which was a spectacular sight because the view is just stunning!
In fact, you are more than 1,000 meters above the city here, and you really understand why this site is one of the 7 new wonders of nature.
Depending on where you hike, you will get views of either the ocean or the city, a must-do during a trip to Cape Town!