Lion's Head

Choose to begin your experience with a convenient pickup from your accommodation or make your way to the starting point. Meet up with your professional mountain guide and begin your ascent. Move at a steady pace, hiking, scrambling, and climbing along a steep trail as you make your way to the summit, 669 meters above sea level. Once at the top, take in sweeping views of the surrounding landscape, including the city of Cape Town, Table Mountain, the Twelve Apostles, and much more. Choose the sunrise hike to begin your tour while it's still dark. Use the flashlights provided to light your way as you climb up the mountain, reaching the summit in time to watch as the sun comes up, bathing everything it touches in a golden glow. Alternatively, you can opt to hike the trail at the end of the day. Reach the summit before sunset and then drop down to a lower section that's less crowded. Watch as the sun dips below the horizon before making your way back to the starting point.

Meet your pilot and other fun seekers at Signal Hill to begin your adventure. First, get an induction brief from your Instructor before you take off from a mountain slope under a canopy that resembles a parachute.  Get ready for liftoff; take a few steps or a short run to take off from the gentle slope, the wind will catch the canopy, and you will be airborne. Seated comfortably in front of your instructor you will feel the exhilaration and incredible sensation of free flying. A natural high as you experience a paragliding flight that you won't forget. Get hooked on the freedom and breathtaking views of Lions Head, Signal Hill, Camps Bay, Clifton Beaches, Waterfront, and Robben Island, that you won't forget.

Experience the adventure soaring above the picturesque Atlantic Seaboard beaches. Enjoy a scenic flight and view the shades of turquoise and white along the sandy beaches of the Cape Town “Riviera”. This entry-level helicopter flight over Cape Town is the best way to experience Cape Town Helicopters on a budget. This short city flip gives you a bird's eye view of the iconic Cape Town Stadium, Lion's Head, the beaches of Clifton and Camps Bay ending with a spectacular view of the Twelve Apostles mountains. This is the perfect way to get a look at Cape Town from a unique perspective!

Cape Town's natural beauty is world-renowned, however, few have experienced its sights and sounds from the fresh blue waters of the Atlantic Ocean. Unmatched with its combination of scenery and wildlife, it's just magic. Leaving the venue at the calm waters of the V&A Waterfront, you will paddle into the fresh movement of the ocean where we will encounter the active local marine life and possibly catch a glimpse of some local dolphins, whales, seals, penguins, and sunfish. You will also witness unique views of Lion's Head, Signal Hill, the Twelve Apostles mountain range, and a local shipwreck. The tour will then finish with a breathtakingly photogenic view of Cape Town's treasure, Table Mountain. This location is one of the most picturesque places on earth. No previous experience is needed. The boats are extremely stable and the guides come from a competitive kayaking background with extensive ocean knowledge. They monitor the ocean conditions carefully so you will be perfectly safe. The venue is located in the V&A Waterfront parking garage, next to the Oranjezicht Farm Market & the Lookout Function Venue. The shop is situated at the main pay station, under the ramp from the ground to first floor.  Set your senses free on a 2 hour Sea Kayak Tour - your outlook of Cape Town will be positively changed forever.

Journey with us on an incredible adventure to conquer the summit of Table Mountain with this ultimate guided hiking tour in Cape Town. Take a path that suits your skill and confidence levels. We aim to reach the Cabel Way Station where we descend down via the Cable car (weather permitting) We discover the diverse bird and wildlife that call Table Mountain home. Spend some time marveling and learning about plant and animal life in the famous Cape Floral Kingdom, an extraordinary ecosystem that is home to nearly 10% of all plant species on Earth. Venture onto trails like India Venster, Kasteelspoort, Skeleton gorge, and Platteklip gorge. Capture pictures with stops at viewpoints like Lion's Head, the Twelve Apostles, Camps Bay, and Mother City. Make regular stops along the way, giving you the chance to catch your breath and indulge your senses with panoramic views of majestic vistas. Have the an option to partake in a delightful, freshly brewed organic coffee or tea paired with local organic "rusks" (a South African snack) this is optional on request only. Please add us to WhatsApp where we will communicate all relevant information on WhatsApp group a day before the hike, eg; where to meet your guide as the meeting points does change. The number will be provided after booking. Conclude your adventure by purchasing a cableway ticket at the top (weather permitting) and admiring the views on the way down the mountain in the Cable car.

Discover Lion's Head, where you can see one of the best most beautiful views in Cape Town, get a 360-degree view of the city & Table Mountain Peninsular and ocean. We also offer a pick-up service, so please enquire directly with us on WhatsApp. Learn interesting insights into nature, get tips on climbing, and enjoy great company. Use head torches to ascend or descend in the dark, offering a new exciting dynamic to hiking. At sunrise or sunset, capture the one-of-a-kind color phenomena. We start and end at the Lions head hiking trail, where our experienced guide will give you a brief introduction and safety briefing before we start the magical journey up the mountain. We operate Widevision Travel and are here to assist with all your Cape Town experiences and tours. By booking everything with one trusted supplier, you’ll enjoy maximum flexibility and seamless coordination. see our Table Mountain guided hike as well or let us know how we can help enhance your trip and keep you super flexible.

When you arrive at the meeting point you will be welcomed by our awesome team. Ask for Mike or any of the Tandem Flight Co staff in blue t-shirts. You will then be assigned to one of our experienced pilots who will brief you about the flying and help with the necessary paperwork. We then get you ready for your tandem paragliding experience. Your pilot will talk you through the takeoff procedure and supply you with all the information you need for a safe experience. Sometimes you will need to run a bit before flying, but this is easy and your well-trained and experienced assistants and pilot will ensure a smooth takeoff. After the initial adrenaline of the takeoff, you can settle comfortably into the harness and enjoy the ride. It really is like flying like a bird: come see for yourself. Your crew is world-class, using state of the art equipment and flying a place they know very well. This is the safest form of paragliding you can get. Our impeccable safety record over many, many years of flying speaks for itself. Your flight is a Tandem Paragliding Instructional Flight and your pilot is a qualified Tandem Flight Instructor. This tandem flight experience is your first step to becoming a licenced paraglider pilot. We are a registered Declared Training Organisation (SACAA/0024/DTO) with the SACAA and are governed by the South African Hangliding and Paragliding Association (SAHPA).

All our Instructors are SAHPA (South African Hang-gliding and Paragliding Association) members and licensed by SACAA (Civil Aviation Authority). We fly from Signal Hill or Lions Head where after we land next to the ocean in Sea Point. Once you arrive at the launch site we will do all relevant paperwork, a pre flight briefing before commencing the beautiful tandem introductory flight. The duration of the Air Experience is normally around 1 hour in total from arrival to completion. The minimum age for the tandem flight is 14 years old and the maximum weight limit is 100kg. Come and fly like a bird with us and depending on the wind direction we will Tandem Paraglide either from Signal Hill or Lions Head in Cape Town. You don’t need any experience to do a tandem paragliding Air Experience introductory flight and our ground crew will assist you during the takeoff process. After the flight you can either drive back up the mountain with us or make your own way from the landing area in Sea Point. The HD Photos and Video is an optional extra at R400 per person. We copy the photos and videos onto your mobile phone after the flight so please have around 3GB free space available. Flight time is 5 to 20 minutes depending on wind strength.

Our Tandem Paragliding instructional flights start at either Signal Hill or Lions Head, all depends on the wind direction on the day. We will be sure to let you know where it will take place. After the usual paperwork is completed, we will run through a preflight briefing, going through the basic parts of the paraglider, take off sequence and launching instructions. Once airborne the highly experienced tandem instructor pilot will chat to you about how and where we are able to stay in the air without a motor, and how we can even gain altitude. All this while taking photos and videos of the 360-degree views. There is a short glide out over Sea Point towards the landing on the Sea Point Prominade. If we get to launch off Lions Head, we glide out over Camps Bay to the landing at The Glen Club. Your photos and videos, which are on optional extra for R 400, are then copied directly onto your mobile phone in the landing field. Lastly is the short Post flight briefing and of course the answering of any questions. We will also arrange to take you back up to take off if your vehicle has been left there.

Begin your day trip in Cape Town with a convenient pickup directly from your accommodation. Hop into a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle and set out on your adventure. Take a scenic drive along the Atlantic Seaboard, passing through the affluent areas of Clifton, Bantry Bay, and Llandudno before stopping in Camps Bay to visit the Maiden's Cove lookout point for magnificent views of the ocean and the Twelve Apostles mountain range. Your journey continues along the picturesque coastline as you make your way to Hout Bay Harbour. Choose to board a boat and visit the nearby Seal Island (cost not included) or spend some time shopping at the local market. Next up is Chapman's Peak Drive, one of the most iconic and scenic roads in the world. Stop at one of the viewpoints along the road, taking in panoramic views of Hout Bay, Sentinel Mountain, and Noordhoek Beach. Hop back into the vehicle and continue your tour with a stop at the Noordhoek Farm Village. Enjoy marvelous views and purchase some of the best coffee in Cape Town at the Village Roast. From here, make your way to the Cape of Good Hope. Discover the southern tip of the Cape Peninsula located within the Table Mountain National Park and learn about the historical significance of this scenic spot. Stop at the lower station of the Old Cape Point Lighthouse and take an optional ride on the Flying Dutchman Funicular for 360-degree views of the National Park (cost not included). Hop back into the vehicle and make your way to the Boulders Beach penguin colony. Wander along a specially designed boardwalk to get up close to the penguins in their natural habitat. Then, it's time for a lunch break (cost not included). Stop in Simon's Town, a charming seaside town on the eastern side of the Cape Peninsula. Choose from a wide range of dining options, including seafood restaurants with ocean views, cozy cafes, and more. Once you've refueled, your tour continues. Stop in Muizenberg to view the colorful beach huts before continuing to your final stop for the day, the Bo-Kaap neighborhood. Discover the city's historic Cape Malay Quarter, a vibrant neighborhood famous for the colorful houses that line its streets, the perfect spot for some great photos before your tour comes to an end.