Discover the various hiking trails on Table Mountain, from the popular Platteklip Gorge to the more adventurous Indian Venster and Corridor Ravine.
Hiking Table Mountain is more than just ascending it via Platteklip Gorge. There is an array of trails that you can mix to go on the ultimate adventure. Regardless of the adventure, you could live in Cape Town your entire life and still have a plethora of trails on Table Mountain you hadn’t even considered.Have you ever been to Cape Town if you haven’t hiked Platteklip? One of the most popular routes when it comes to hiking Table Mountain.
Consider starting early in the summer; the exposed slopes have very little shade and no respite from the heat.Not far off from Platteklip Gorge and taking you along the ledge just below the upper cable cart station, Indian Venster makes for a more exhilarating hike, but it is not recommended if you are afraid of heights. The route is not clearly marked on some parts, with a few scrambling sections that require some climbing. It’s not too hectic, but the steep ascent and jaw-dropping views can be intimidating, so it’s recommended to hike with someone who knows the route.This route is a good alternative for those hot, sunny days, as you will be mostly protected by the forest canopy in the gorge, and the ice-cold water from the streams is a welcome respite from the heat.: Enjoy panoramic views of Cape Town, but be prepared for a challenging hike with some rocky and exposed sections. Expect some scrambling. A well-marked route that starts at the end of Tafelberg Road, just beyond the lower cable cart station. You’ll reach the Devil’s Peak Saddle after following the zigzagging trail, where you’ll hit a T-junction. From there, follow the stream in the direction of Newlands Ravine until reaching the sign for the peak. From here, the ascent becomes incredibly steep and tricky to stay on the correct path.Following the old pipeline that hugs the western slopes of Table Mountain for around six kilometres until it reaches the start of Corridor Ravin
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