Hiking Lion's Head for sunrise coffee/tea hotel Pick-up Drop off

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(10 reviews)
Cape Town, South Africa

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4 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 1 more

Make your Cape Town adventure unforgettable with a personalized small-group hike up Lion’s Head, limited to just 7 guests for a relaxed, intimate experience. As the trail winds around the mountain, you’ll enjoy ever-changing panoramic views at every turn.
At the summit, stand on the famous Lion’s Head “Instagram rock” and take in breathtaking 360-degree views—one of the best vantage points on the mountain. A sunrise hike is highly recommended for cooler temperatures, fewer crowds, and stunning morning light.
Along the way, you may spot rock hyraxes (dassies), lizards, or even porcupines, while discovering the unique Cape fynbos found nowhere else in the world. You’ll also experience Lion’s Head’s fascinating geology, from Cape granite at the base to sandstone near the top.
Traveling with friends? A private hiking option for up to seven people is available for a truly exclusive and memorable Cape Town experience.

What's Included

Registered adventure hiking and culture tourist guide.
Hotel pickup and drop-off (if option selected)
Coffee on sunrise hike only.
Photos & video
Head lamp

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Transportation options:
Pick-up & drop-off in Cape Town city bowl
or
Lion's Head hike parking starting point of our hiking activity. Location link below.

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Meeting point

Meeting point at your hotel or at 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.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What to expect

Located between Table Mountain and Signal Hill, Lion’s Head rises above the city of Cape Town and forms part of Table Mountain National Park. This iconic peak offers one of the most rewarding sunrise hikes in the city. The hike begins in the early hours of the morning and requires the use of headlamps.This section of the trail is easy to follow, though steep and gravelly in places. First twilight appears approximately 30 minutes before sunrise. By this time, we will have completed a full loop around Lion’s Head and reached the halfway point where the path diverges toward the summit. The final 20 to 30 minutes follow a narrow, steep ridge with rocky sections that require the use of hands and fixed ladders. As the sun rises, the light transforms into a warm orange glow across Table Mountain and the surrounding landscape. At 669 meters above sea level, the summit of Lion’s Head rewards hikers with breathtaking 360-degree views. In full daylight, the ascent route becomes visible, revealing striking Cape granite and sandstone rock formations, as well as the unique indigenous flora known as Cape fynbos.
The descent follows the same route and takes a minimum of 60 minutes to complete.

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • 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
  • Travellers should have a moderate physical fitness level
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Hiking Tours
Small Group
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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