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

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

Activity provider:Wild Things Outdoor
5  / 5
85 reviews

From US$ 84.02 per person

Cape Town’s must-do hike. Enjoy panoramic city views and a gorgeous ocean sunset. This is the best way to capture a glowing picture of Table Mountain and learn about its nature and culture.

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Duration 3.5 hours
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Live tour guide
English
Small group
Limited to 10 participants

Experience

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
Embark on a captivating adventure with our professional guide as we take you on the must-do hike of Cape Town's Lions Head during sunrise or sunset. This hike promises an unforgettable experience with its easy-to-moderate 1.5-hour ascent and the stunning vistas that await you. As you ascend Lions Head, prepare to be mesmerized by the panoramic views of the city below and the majestic mountains. If you choose the sunrise hike, witness the gradual unveiling of the day as the sun paints the sky with hues of orange and pink, casting a warm glow over the city and the ocean beyond. Alternatively, if you opt for the sunset hike, experience the magical moment as the sun dips below the horizon, bathing the landscape in golden light and creating a breathtaking spectacle. Capture the perfect photograph of Table Mountain as it basks in the morning or evening light, showcasing its iconic beauty. Our professional guide will also provide fascinating insights into the points of interest in the city below and across the bay, making you feel as if you were soaring in the sky, gaining a bird's-eye view of Cape Town's treasures. To conclude your adventure, descend back into the vibrant city lights or embrace the joyful atmosphere at the beach, providing a fantastic way to start or end your day in the Mother City. This hike with a professional guide ensures a memorable experience filled with natural beauty, stunning views, and an enchanting sunrise or sunset.
Includes
  • Professional Guide
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Food and drinks
Not suitable for
  • Children under 10 years
  • People afraid of heights
  • People with pre-existing medical conditions
  • People with low level of fitness

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Meeting point

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

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What to bring

  • Comfortable shoes
  • Warm clothing
  • Sunscreen
  • Water
  • Flashlight
  • Daypack
  • Rain gear

Not allowed

  • Sandals or flip flops
  • Smoking
  • Drones
  • 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 and safety 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.

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5 /5

based on 85 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    5/5
  • Value for money
    4.8/5
  • Service
    5/5
  • Organization
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Our guide, Fatima, was excellent!! I would never have been able to do this without her. I have a fear of heights, but I really wanted to do this. It was more challenging that I anticipated. This was more than what "hiking" I'm used to. This had some true climbing to it!! There were times I wanted to turn around and actually became frozen with fear. Fatima knew just what to say to me to help. The subtle little nudge of my foot, the standing right behind me....all what I needed to be able to make it to the top AND back down. I was worried about my husband behind me, she always kept me informed of how he was doing too. The views from the top did not disappoint either. Just stunning!!

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June 11, 2022

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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!

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January 3, 2020

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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.

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December 29, 2019

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