The 4 Private Hiking Tours in South Africa That Earn Their Price

1.Table Mountain Private Hike Tour of Kasteelpoort Route from Cape Town

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 46 reviews · from $166Our pick

Start with a 5am pickup, then climb Table Mountain by Kasteelpoort with a private guide such as Johan, Yvette, or Laura. Expect steady uphill walking, plant and animal commentary, snacks, water, loaner gear, and a finish near the Cableway. The cable car fee is extra.

“Johan guided my sister and me, both in our sixties, with grace and patience to the Table Mountain summit, pausing to tell us stories, teach us about local plants and animals, and explain aspects of local history and culture. This hike exceeded mRead more”

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2.Private Hiking Tour of Table Mountain

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 34 reviews · from $253

You’ll explore Table Mountain with a private nature guide, choosing a cable car ride and plateau walk or a tougher five-hour climb. Guides such as Jeremy and Danielle can explain the Cape Floral Kingdom, local wildlife, and mountain history. Pickup, water, lunch, and one cableway ticket are included when applicable.

“Thankfully our guide encouraged us to hike Loin's Head instead of rescheduling our Table Mountain hike due to bad weather!! Loin's Head was amazing. The 360 degree view was gorgeous. If you are scared of heights like I am, you would Read more”

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3.Lion’s Head Hike – Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 15 reviews · from $103Best value

Climb Lion's Head with a private guide, such as Matt, on a three-hour route suited to your pace. Expect Table Mountain, Robben Island, Clifton, and Camps Bay views, plus pickup, an air-conditioned transfer, snacks, and water. The upper trail includes some scrambling.

“Extremely happy I booked Matt for this hike. Extremely professional service from pick-up to drop off. I had thought about just doing the hike by myself, but glad I didn't. As not only did Matt provide some information on the mountain and Cape Read more”

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4.Cape Town Private Guided Table Mountain Hikes

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 14 reviews · 6 hours · from $294

Meet your AWOL guide at your Cape Town accommodation for a six-hour private Table Mountain hike. Choose from routes such as Platteklip Gorge, India Venster, Skeleton Gorge, Lions Head, and the Twelve Apostles, with the guide matching the trail to your fitness and the weather. Lunch, water, and transport are included.

“This was a great trip. There was a huge amount to see and learn. Thank you Daclin for making it so memorable”

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