Cape Town Table Mountain Hike and Abseil Experience

Embrace adventure and breathtaking views on the Table Mountain Hike and Abseil Experience in Cape Town. This unforgettable tour combines a 2.5-hour guided hike up Platteklip Gorge with an exhilarating 112-metre abseil off one of the world’s most iconic mountains. With the Atlantic Ocean stretching endlessly before you and the Twelve Apostles framing your descent, this is one of South Africa’s most thrilling outdoor experiences.

Highlights

• Hike up Platteklip Gorge, Table Mountain’s most direct and scenic route
• Descend 112 metres down a sheer cliff face on an adrenaline-pumping abseil
• Enjoy panoramic views of Camps Bay, the Atlantic Seaboard, and the Twelve Apostles
• Spot native flora and fauna in the Table Mountain Nature Reserve
• Experience a true bucket-list adventure with expert guidance and safety equipment provided

What to Expect

Your adventure begins on Tafelberg Road, at the Platteklip Gorge trailhead, just 1.5 km past the Lower Cableway Station. After a safety briefing and introduction from your professional guide, you’ll begin your 2.5-hour hike up the gorge — a steep but rewarding climb offering sweeping views of Cape Town and Table Bay.

Once at the summit, it’s time for the main event: the 112-metre abseil down the side of Table Mountain. As you lean back over the edge, the world seems to open up beneath you — with Camps Bay, Lion’s Head, and the Atlantic Ocean stretching far into the horizon. Feel your pulse quicken as you descend the cliff face, safely secured and guided by experienced instructors.

After completing your abseil, enjoy a 30-minute scenic hike back to the top, soaking in the unmatched views from every angle. No prior experience is required — just a sense of adventure and a willingness to take on one of the most spectacular experiences in Cape Town.

What’s Included

• ✅ 2.5-hour guided hike up Table Mountain (Platteklip Gorge)
• ✅ 112-metre abseil experience off Table Mountain
• ✅ All abseiling equipment and safety briefing
• ✅ Professional and qualified instructors

Why You’ll Love It

• A once-in-a-lifetime adventure on one of the New 7 Wonders of Nature
• Suitable for beginners — no prior experience needed
• Capture incredible photos from both the summit and during your descent
• Perfect for thrill-seekers and nature lovers alike

Location: Table Mountain, Table Mountain (Nature Reserve), Cape Town, South Africa.

Meeting Point: The starting point for the Platteklip Gorge hike is on Tafelberg Road, approximately 1.5 km past the Lower Cableway Station towards Devil’s Peak.

Take on Table Mountain like never before — from hiking its rugged slopes to abseiling down its cliffs with the vast beauty of Cape Town beneath you. This thrilling combination of challenge and reward is an experience that will stay with you for life.