7 Sunset Hikes in Cape Town Worth Lacing Up For

1.Lion’s Head Sunrise or Sunset Hike

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,084 reviews · from $46Our pick

Climb Cape Town’s 669-meter Lion’s Head with guides such as Idrees, Kurt, or Codi. Expect a steady hike with scrambling, ladders, steep sections, and wide views of Table Mountain, Camps Bay, and the Atlantic. Choose sunrise in the dark or sunset in the evening.

“We had an amazing experience hiking Lion’s Head at sunset with our guide, Kurt. He made the tour not only safe and well-organized, but also fun and inspiring with his knowledge and positive energy. The views were breathtaking, and Kurt knew the best spots to enjoy them. His passion for Cape Town and its nature really shines through, and he went above and beyond to make the hike unforgettable. Highly recommend booking a tour with him if you want a truly memorable adventure! Thank you Kurt!!”

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2.Lion’s Head Sunrise/Sunset Hike

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 921 reviews · from $65

Climb Lion’s Head with a small group and guides such as Kurt, Codi, or Jean-Michel. Choose sunrise over the Hottentots Holland Mountains or sunset above the Atlantic. Expect ladders, rocky sections, night hiking with a supplied flashlight, photo stops, and about three and a half hours on the trail.

“An unforgettable hike with the best guide ever. What began as a cloudy morning turned into pure magic. By the time we reached Lion’s Head summit, we were above the clouds, watching the sunrise over a sea of mist.”

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3.Lion’s Head Sunrise or Sunset Guided Hike

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 642 reviews · 3 hours - 210 minutes · from $38Best value

Join guides such as Robert, Lindy, Brad, or Brandon for a three-hour Lion’s Head hike timed for sunrise or sunset. Expect scrambling, ladders, chains, dark sections, head torches, plant and wildlife information, and help with photos from the summit.

“Lindy was a great and informative guide who took good care of everyone”

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4.Guided Lion’s Head Hike at Sunrise or Sunset

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 312 reviews · 3h 30m · from $56

Climb Lion’s Head with an English-speaking guide such as Fatima, David, or Santonio, choosing a sunrise or sunset start. Expect rocky paths, optional chains and ladders, Cape Town views, coffee, snacks, and a small group of up to eight people.

“Amazing experience, super engaging guide. Robert is very friendly and makes you feel really safe and welcome.”

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5.Lion’s Head Sunrise with coffee or Sunset Hike

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 160 reviews · from $49

Choose a guided Lion’s Head sunrise hike with coffee or a sunset climb with a headlamp. Patrick and Andy are among the named guides, offering local history, safety help, photos, and route advice on the 669-meter peak. Hotel pickup is available with selected options.

“We loved hiking lions head with our tour guide, Patrick. He was very knowledgeable and friendly, gave us a quasi -tour of capetown on our way up! He was prepared and helpful and really kept us safe (we are not experienced hikers at all!) Would do this again!”

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6.Lion’s Head Guided Hike at Sunset

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 93 reviews · 3.5 hours · from $112

Join an English-speaking guide for a 3.5-hour sunset hike up Lion’s Head. Stuart, Rob, Greg, and Fatima have led this route, sharing local nature, history, and culture while helping with steep rocks and ladders. Expect a small group of up to seven, sunset views, and a dark walk down.

“Our guide. , Stuart was excellent . He was so experienced and knowledgeable about Lions Head , the climb including teaching us about the area, nature, flowers and animals. He showed us the best route up and down and kept us feeling safe and happy. He loves his work and you can tell. I highly recommend him and his guide company!”

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7.Lion’s Head Hike sunrise and sunset (MGG)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · from $55

Join Mountain Goat Guides for a guided Lion’s Head hike at sunrise or sunset. Your English-speaking guide leads the 5.5-kilometer route, explains local plants, animals, and history, and helps you manage steep, rocky sections safely.

“Kosta was a brilliant guide for the sunset climb up - and down - Lion's Head. He enabled us to thoroughly enjoy this challenging walk while enjoying the incredible views it offers. I'd thoroughly recommend going with Mountain Goat Guides, with the experience they offer.”

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