Summer approaches and temperatures are rising so it is necessary for early starts especially if you wish to hike to the top of Table Mountain. October and November are unpredictable months when it comes to the weather and temperatures. This means it is best to be prepared for all eventualities,…
As we expect at this time of year, Winter rain is falling throughout Table Mountain National Park. This will ease any further worries about the reoccurance of fire and water will be abundant and streams flowing strongly again. Just two weeks ago parts of Silvermine Nature Reserve burnt again, this…
There is currently a widespread fire in Table Mountain National Park, which is ravaging sections of the park, including large parts of upper Tokai Forest and Silvermine Reserve. Table Mountain itself is not effected by the fire or by smoke as the wind is currently mild and from the North….
When planning on hiking Table Mountain National Park, it is necessary to realize that the park comprises a large area within the Cape Peninsula and apart from Table Mountain, offers a wide variety of hiking options. If your stay is a little longer than three or four days, I highly…
Table Mountain is renowned worldwide for its diversity of vegetation. Although on some of the lower slopes alien vegetation is prevalent, fynbos is located on the vast majority of Table Mountain. Fynbos is the indigenous vegetation found mainly in the Western Cape. But now, besides the “usual fynbos”, we also…
Table Mountain is no walk in the park. There is no easy stroll that will take you to the top. So, how fit do you need to be, to hike Table Mountain? Fitness is a subjective judgement and one person’s very fit is another person’s not fit. You need to…
Hiking up Table Mountain is strenuous by most people’s standard. The many rock steps can take their toll on even the fittest of people. It is usually enjoyable for those who aren’t fit to choose a hike that is easier and without the strain and sweat. If this sounds like…
There are a multitude of hikes and walks up Table Mountain. Many people don’t know what route to choose and what route is most suitable for them, given their age, fitness and time available. Many people are happy with the shortest and easiest hike which is Platteklip Gorge. For others,…
Winter is upon us and temperatures have dropped, especially at night and early mornings. Why then do we give you a pickup time no later than 7.30a.m? Even in winter our daytime temperatures can rise dramatically and reach 28C or on occasion even higher. This is unusual but as it’s…
The annual closure for Table Mountain cable way will be from 15 July to 1 September. This year the closure is much longer than previous years, as the Table Mountain Aerial cable way carries out maintenance. Table Mountain road will also close which means access to the routes up the…