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- English
- French
The trail up Lion’s Head follows a spiraling path that circles the mountain. At one point, the trail gives way to rough terrain where you must step up and use your hands to scramble over rocks. You then continue steeply upward to the first ladder, before traversing along a narrow ledge with a chain handrail. Next, you reach a fork where you can either veer left to bypass two rock pitches or turn right to use the 2 ladders. If you prefer to avoid vertical rock steps, continue left past large pine trees to reach the crest of the southeast ridge. At the summit of Lion’s Head, a 360-degree view awaits; it is one of the three iconic peaks framing the city of Cape Town. With Table Mountain as its backdrop, it lies within the smallest yet richest floral kingdom in the world. Gradually, the city lights will switch on or off, revealing a constantly changing panorama. A headlamp will be provided when needed. The descent takes a minimum of 60 minutes.
Small group, with a maximum of 7 people.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Choose your transportation options:
Pick-up & drop-off.
Drop-off only.
No transport.
The hike starts on Signal Hill Road, at the base of Lion’s Head. There’s a small parking area on Signal Hill Road, between Kloof Nek and Signal Hill view point. Prior the hiking day a what's up location will be send to your cell phone. See link below https://maps.app.goo.gl/nKuzA17Q9Es2b2YR7
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1Lion's Head
Lion’s Head hike has a steep screw top route circling the mountain and takes approximately two hours to complete. You’re getting views in all directions from the vista of the Atlantic coastline to the magnificent Table Mountain twelve Apostles. The trail being rocky in some sections using your hands to scramble over rocks maybe necessary. Rising up 669 meters Lion’s Head summit has a 360 degree view, with Table Mountain as its backdrop. Lion’s Head is situated in one of the smallest floral kingdoms in the world.
3 hours • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- 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
- Not recommended for travelers who suffer form vertigo or fear of height
- This hike may not be suitable for those who have undergone knee or hip replacement surgery.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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