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Cape Town: Lion's Head Hike
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52 Ratings
Cape Town
Hike Lion’s Head in Cape Town for 360-degree views, adventure, and a stunning sunrise. Discover Table Mountain, Robben Island, and more.
Hike Lion’s Head in Cape Town for 360-degree views, adventure, and a stunning sunrise. Discover Table Mountain, Robben Island, and more.
Duration:
3 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- OTC Adventures - Lion’s Head is a standalone peak adjacent to Table Mountain, rising to 669 meters above sea level. The trail winds around the peak, offering 360-degree panoramic views. These vistas include Table Mountain, Devil’s Peak, Robben Island, Table Bay, Camps Bay, and the city. The path features ladders, chains, and staples, enhancing the…
- OTC Adventures - Lion’s Head is a standalone peak adjacent to Table Mountain, rising to 669 meters above sea level. The trail winds around the peak, offering 360-degree panoramic views. These vistas include Table Mountain, Devil’s Peak, Robben Island, Table Bay, Camps Bay, and the city. The path features ladders, chains, and staples, enhancing the adventurous experience. It is an excellent alternative when Table Mountain is shrouded in clouds. This route is particularly popular for sunrise hikes.
What's Included
- Headtorches (if required)
- A snack
- Bottled water
- Free pick up and drop off in the city center and immediate surrounds
- Qualified and experienced mountain guide
- Headtorches (if required)
- A snack
- Bottled water
- Free pick up and drop off in the city center and immediate surrounds
- Qualified and experienced mountain guide
Additional Information
Lion’s Head is an independent peak situated adjacent to Table Mountain, standing at 669 meters above sea level. The trail winds around the peak, offering 360-degree panoramic vistas. These views encompass Table Mountain, Devil’s Peak, Robben Island, Table Bay, Camps Bay, and the city. The path includes ladders, chains, and staples, enhancing the…
Lion’s Head is an independent peak situated adjacent to Table Mountain, standing at 669 meters above sea level. The trail winds around the peak, offering 360-degree panoramic vistas. These views encompass Table Mountain, Devil’s Peak, Robben Island, Table Bay, Camps Bay, and the city. The path includes ladders, chains, and staples, enhancing the adventurous experience. It is an excellent alternative when Table Mountain is shrouded in clouds. This route is particularly favored for sunrise hikes.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Subject to favourable weather conditions. If canceled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund
Location
Lion's Head Hiking
Signal Hill Road
Meet in front of the mobile kiosk, across from the parking area
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
5.0
(52 Ratings)
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Silkehx4169uj
Feb 23, 2026
The perfect start to the day - An experience of a class of its own - especially if you want to experience the awakening of a metropolis in wonderful nature with an experienced guide.
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Sunshine531307
Feb 8, 2026
Hike up Lions Head to see the sunrise - We booked this at the very last minute but Ute but Lynette was very accommodating. It was great fun hiking up in the dark/ semi dark and Lynette was knowledgeable, entertaining and encouraging. It was a scramble at the top but she showed us exactly what to do and it was less challenging than I feared! I saw afterwards that this was more expensive than other tours on booking.com but I have no regret as we had a top quality guide.
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U3807nrjamesm
Dec 23, 2025
Sunrise Lions Head - We went for sunrise up on Lions head.
First of all, all communication with OTC was perfect. Kathy our guide was super, she was on time, she was friendly and was packed full of information, we learnt alot.
All in all it was a great experience
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John
Sep 24, 2025
The Best Table Mountain Guide - I have been hiking on Cape Town for over 15 years. The last 8 I have always been guided by Lynette from OTC Adventures. Lynette is the most professional and knowledgeable guide I have come across. I always recommend her to anyone visiting Cape Town.
In addition to brilliant and varied hikes Lynette has organised and run cultural trips when I have had business groups over visiting the South African agricultural industry.
You will not find better than Lynette.
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Kerry
Jul 11, 2025
Excellent Hike - Lynette is an amazing guide with exceptional experience & abundance of knowledge about flora, fauna & the history of Cape Town. Lynette paced the hike to suit us & made it achievable. This is a must do hike if you’re in Cape Town!
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615adrijab
Mar 9, 2025
Fantastic Sunrise Hike Experience with Lynette - Lynette was a fantastic guide. We did the sunrise lions head hike with her. I (24F) travelled with my 17 year old sister so having a guide who made us feel safe, especially hiking in the dark, was very important. Lynette was very kind and experienced and ensured we were safe the whole route. We got a fantastic view at the top and enjoyed it thoroughly. Thank you!
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Zoefranks1
Feb 15, 2025
A must! - What a brilliant trip! Lynette was so calm and patient and knew exactly what she was doing. Very knowledgeable and she was great company on a must do/see adventure. The sunrise was just exquisite. Couldn't recommend higher.
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Makenzee_b
Jan 19, 2025
Our sunrise hike up... - Our sunrise hike up Lion's Head with Lynette was truly magical! Starting in the pre-dawn glow, the trail offered a thrilling adventure with ladders and chains, leading to the most breathtaking 360-degree views of Cape Town. As the sun rose over Table Mountain and the city, the scenery was absolutely unforgettable. Lynette’s expertise and warm personality made the hike even more enjoyable—she shared fascinating stories and ensured we both felt safe. A perfect way to start the day and an absolute must for anyone visiting Cape Town!
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Lorenarm7955ie
Nov 5, 2024
Mega experience and great tour - Lynette is the absolute best tour guide! Highly recommended. Super interesting insights during the hike. We felt mega safe and she certainly led us up the mountain and especially down again. She also had really interesting info about other activities and was very helpful :)
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Oliviamy2792ox
Sep 7, 2024
Don’t miss Lion’s head! - Lynette was a great tour guide! Easy pick up and accommodating drop off. Lion’s head has great views, unique biodiversity, and was a rewarding hike. Thank you Lynette for sharing your botanical wisdom, local greetings, Cape Town euphemisms, and recommendations!
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