Table Mountain is one of the most instantly recognisable geographical landmarks in the world. It is the iconic symbol of Cape Town, with its flat-topped mid-section, framed on either side by the Devil’s Peak on one end and Lion’s Head on the other.

Capetonians are immensely proud of their mountain. It is the rugged, enormous, beautiful centre-piece of the city.  Visible from pretty much any suburb of Cape Town, the mountain is a useful guideline when negotiating your way around the city.

The Table Mountain Chain, which encompasses the entire stretch of land from Signal Hill to Cape Point, falls under the protection and jurisdiction of the Table Mountain National Park (TMNP). It is a Natural World Heritage site.

The two ways to explore the mountain are hiking / climbing it and making use of the cable car.

If you decide to enjoy a ride up in the cable car it is important to remember that the weather could change at anytime, resulting in the cable car ceasing to operate until the weather clears.
It is vital, therefore, to factor in the possibility of having to climb down, safely, before embarking on your outing.

The cable car ride is a memorable experience, offering incredible views as it rises slowly while rotating gently.

At the top you can eat, explore and shop, or simply sit and enjoy the eternal vistas in every direction.  Of course taking along your camera is a must.

You can also climb Table Mountain via one of the set paths such as Nursery Ravine or Skeleton Gorge. Both of these trails lead from the beautiful Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens.

Following the safety tips laid out by the TMNP is strongly advisable to avoid getting lost or injured.