Winter can be the best time to hike up Table Mountain. You do need to be prepared with the right clothing as the weather can be variable and can also suddenly change. There are quite a few days when its simply not suitable to hike so if your stay is…
I have just returned from 2 weeks in Sri Lanka, mostly a hiking/walking trip along with some culture and beach time. The hike up Adams Peak was the highlight, However if your looking for a peaceful 6 hours on a remote mountain this would not be it! The hike is…
As winter is now coming to an end we look forward to the warmer and longer days of springtime but mostly without the heat of summer. Its an ideal time to hike ! The streams on Table Mountain are running strongly after the winter rains (not yet over) and more…
Contrary to what one might think hiking Table Mountain in the winter months can be the ideal time. Of course with the drought we are all wishing for lots of rain to fall this winter but there are still many good – perfect – days when there is lots of…
I recently had a very different experience hiking – not Table Mountain this time but in the Dublin Mountains in the aftermath of the “Beast from the East” and storm Emma. On this expedition instead of the many rock steps found on all Table Mountain routes it was deep snow…
Now we are in the full swing of summer it is imperative to start hiking up Table Mountain early – by early I mean 6.00a.m. or before. It is light at 5.00a.m. It is possible to depart at this time and as a reward depending on your route you may…
For the last 21 years we have provided bottled water for all our clients hiking up Table Mountain. Many clients do supply their own water but we always have had additional bottled water on hand for those who don’t and for those who haven’t sufficient particularly for longer hikes. However…