Hiking Table Mountain via Kasteels Poort Morning Hike
Overview
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4 hours 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
Hike Table Mountain one of the most recognizable mountains in the world and one of the new seven natural wonders and experience some of the unique flora found only in the southwestern Cape commonly termed fynbos, the smallest and richest of the six floral kingdoms on our planet with many species of proteas, ericas and restios. Also unique to Table Mountain is the ghost frog a rare and elusive frog species that is endemic to Table Mountain. Keep an eye out for the old cable car ruins and just past them is the Instagram photo stop at the diving board – a piece of rock that juts out and offers awesome photo opportunities for those without a fear of heights but not to be attempted on a windy day!
See our photo gallery.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
Bring a minimum of 1 liter of water per person
Have hiking boots or trail shoes
Have windbreaker
Have hiking snacks
Have sunblock
Guests must have sufficient stamina to hike down if required.
This hike may not be suitable for those who have undergone knee or hip replacement surgery.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Our hike up Table Mountain via Kasteels Poort start at Kloof Neck car park 200m above sea level. In the early morning, you’ll be shaded from the sun by the mountain, making it a must do hike on a hot summer day. Our hike follows a contour path known as the Pipe-track situated above Camps Bay and along the Western lower slope of Table Mountain.The pipe track is an easy path with spectacular views of the coast and Lion’s Head. After about an hour walk we leave the main trail and veer left up a path that take us along a diagonal sweep rightwards across and below Table Mountain twelve Apostles. Once in the ravine the path gradually zing-zag almost all the way up the gorge with a number of steeper sections that involve a bit of scrambling and pulling yourself up over larger rock faces, yet none too overtly challenging. Finally reaching the back plateau of Table Mountain but it is not over yet! the path will take you up and down a series of valleys, few ladders, arriving by late morning at the upper cable car station.
What‘s Included
Registered adventure hiking and culture tourist guide.
First Aid kit
Photos & video
Cable car ticket one way down
Options
Private Hike Group size 3
Duration: 4 hours
Mercedes minibus
Transport included.
Private Hike Group size 4
Duration: 4 hours
Minibus
Transport included.
Private Hike Group size 2
Duration: 4 hours: Table Mountain hike up via Kasteels Poort.
Sedan car
Private Hike with Transport: Booking a private hike gives you the flexibility and the time to explore at your own pace.
Private Hike Group size 5
Duration: 4 hours
Minibus
Transport included
Schedule Hike
Duration: 4 hours: Table Mountain Hike via Kasteels Poort.
Private Hike Group size 6
Duration: 4 hours
Minibus
Transport included.
Reviews
4 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
An amazing experience
RickSeubers,,Aug 13, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Thanks to Patrick, we got to experience the Table Mountain in a manner we would have never done on our own. We went up the calm Kasteelspoort route, where we barely saw any people at all. Via Platteklip Gorge we went down again, which was clearly a more popular route, giving the amount of people we encountered there. Patrick took the time for us, explained interesting facts and gave fun anecdotes. We were happy by the route he recommended to us, because we enjoyed the experience a lot and definitely want to recommended this trip to anyone who considers seeing the Table Mountain up close. Patrick, thanks again!
Excellent
L5200HDmarys,,Dec 2, 2021
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Patrick was prompt with contacting to arrange the trip in the first place. He was clear with information and felt reliable. He was friendly and knowledgeable on the tour. He gave lots of information about the area, flowers, animals and locals along the way and he let us walk at a pace which was comfortable. I didn't feel pressure to speed up or like he was unapproachable. He helped with transport afterwards and also gave recommendations for another tour guide the next day when he was unavailable. I'd definitely recommend using this service again!
Hike of table mountain
europetraveller2020,,Jan 2, 2021
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We did a 4.5 hour hike of table mountain Patrick was excellent - a genuinely lovely guy, with strong local knowledge, and a professional and courteous attitude. Very reasonably priced also. Would wholeheartedly recommend; doubt you would find a more genuine, friendly and reasonable guide
From ZAR 2,250.00
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