Enjoy Cape Town’s most popular hike on a climb to the summit of Lion’s Head. Arrive at the top in time to enjoy the sunset and 360-degree views. Take in the starry skies and the illuminated city of Cape Town on the way down.

About this activity

Free cancellation: Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
Covid-19 precautions: Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
Mobile ticketing: Use your phone or print your voucher
Duration 3.5 hours: Check availability to see starting times.
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Live tour guide: English
Small group: Limited to 10 participants

Highlights

Hike up Lion’s Head for a 360-degree panorama of Cape Town
Watch the sun setting and have the best light to take photos of Table Mountain
Walk down into the sunset and enjoy the city lights at twilight
Learn about the nature, history and culture of the area

Full description

Of all the hikes in Cape Town, the climb up Lion’s Head is definitely the most popular. Situated between Table Mountain and Signal Hill, the peak provides 360-degree views of the city, Table Bay and the Atlantic seacoast. Taking in the sunset and the city lights from on high is a totally new way of enjoying Cape Town. You’ll make your way up to the peak on a spiral path. The ascent takes around an hour and there are gorgeous views all the way. Your passionate and knowledgeable guide will point out iconic landmarks and tell you about the history of the city. You will learn about the geology, fauna and flora of this world heritage site. There are a number of ladders and chains that help you to the summit. If you are afraid of heights this may be daunting but if you are up for the challenge then your guide will help you all the way. At the summit you’ll be able to look down on Table Mountain and the city of Cape Town and enjoy the light and fantastic photographic opportunity. Walk back down as the sun sets and take in views of Table Mountain illuminated by a golden sky. If you’re lucky the moon might rise from the eastern mountains, further enhancing your views.

Includes

Guide
Entrance fees
Light snack
Bottled water

Transportation

Not suitable for

Children under 10 years
People afraid of heights
People with pre-existing medical conditions
People with low level of fitness

Covid-19 precautions

Traveler requirements

You are required to bring and wear a mask

Meeting point

The start of the Lion's Head trail at 5 Signal Hill Road, Cape Town.

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Important information

What to bring

Comfortable shoes
Sunscreen
Warm clothing
Water
Flashlight
Daypack
Rain gear

Not allowed

Sandals or flip flops
Drones
Smoking
Alcohol and drugs

Know before you go

This hike is not suitable for children under the age of 10.
All hikes are at your own risk and are subject to weather conditions.
Please note, tour start times can vary slightly depending on your guide’s expert advice. Your guide will contact you the day before with specific details, so please keep your phone active.
Please specify if you have a fear of heights or any other health conditions that hiking will aggravate during the booking process.

Customer reviews

Overall rating

5 /5

based on 77 reviews

Review summary

Guide
5/5
Value for money
4.8/5
Service
5/5
Organization
5/5

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Our guide. , Stuart was excellent . He was so experienced and knowledgeable about Lions Head , the climb including teaching us about the area, nature, flowers and animals. He showed us the best route up and down and kept us feeling safe and happy. He loves his work and you can tell. I highly recommend him and his guide company!

January 3, 2020

We were met by Stuart our guide for the day, he was honestly amazing he reminded us of all the details the day before by whatsapp and helped us find the location easily on the day. I really appreciated that even though he advised us all to get snacks and water bottles. He actually packed each one of us an extra water bottle & snack just in case we forget or needed more. He truly is a spirit of what a true guide should be, he's a person that does it out of passion and not to make you feel like its a business run tourism agency. The hike itself was a bit tough but all in all i believe anyone can do it and its extremely worth the journey. I really appreciated that Stuart took us up and down before its gets pitch dark and he managed to do that without rushing us at any spot. Truly recommend booking it here and i bet you will enjoy it as much.

December 29, 2019

Amazing experience that will give you some breathtaking views and landscapes of Cape Town from Lion's Head. Our guide Stuart was great and was able to add to the experience by providing some interesting facts along the way. If you wanna get some amazing shots ofnthe city, I definitely recommand this hike !!!

December 4, 2019

Cape Town: 3-Hour Lion's Head Sunset Hike

Cape Town: 3-Hour Lion's Head Sunset Hike

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