April 17th 2026 arrived with quite a surprise! Rain, rain and even more rain on Table Mountain, heavy at time and transformed the landscape from dry stream and riverbeds back to their pre Summer state. Welcomed by all this unexpected deluge has helped fill our shrinking dams and gardeners also…
You may be lucky during your hike up Table Mountain to spot a couple of the creatures that call it home. Don’t expect to see many larger mammals but you’ll certainly see signs of life if you look carefully. On a good day, you may be fortunate enough to see…
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,…