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Lion's Head Hike for Sunrise with Coffee/Tea or Sunset

Location Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
$59.27
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.

Overview

The trail to Lion’s Head features a screw top design, allowing you to circle the mountain as you ascend. The path includes challenging sections where you'll need to use your hands to scramble over rocks.

  • 🧗‍♂️ The ascent includes a steep climb leading to the first ladder and a traverse along a shelf with a chain handrail.
  • 🌲 At a fork, choose between veering left to avoid vertical rock steps or turning right to tackle them directly.
  • 🏞️ If avoiding vertical climbs, continue left past large pine trees to reach the crest of the southeast ridge.
  • 🌄 The summit offers a 360-degree view and is one of three iconic peaks framing Cape Town, with Table Mountain as a backdrop.
  • 💡 A headlamp will be provided when needed for navigating in low light conditions.
  • 👥 This experience is conducted in a small group setting.

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The experience offers several options. This price includes:

Private hike with transport
Personalized Experience: A private hike allows you to tailor the pace according to your preferences.
Pickup included
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide

The experience offers several options, check yours above
  • Safety briefing before the hike begins.
  • Head lamps provided for sunrise and sunset hikes.
  • Basic first aid kit carried by your guide.
  • Individual attention with hiking pace adjusted to suit the group where possible.
  • Assistance with taking high-quality photos and videos at the best locations.
  • Insights into the area's history, flora, fauna.
  • Tips and recommendations for local restaurants, attractions, beaches, and activities after your hike
  • Small group sizes for a more personal, relaxed, and enjoyable experience.
  • Registered adventure hiking and culture tourist guide.
  • Coffee or tea (on sunrise hike only)
  • Guidance on responsible hiking practices and Leave No Trace.
  • Regular stops for photos, sightseeing, hydration, and rest.

Meeting point
The hike starts on Signal Hill Road, at the base of Lion’s Head. There’s a small parking on Signal Hill Road, between Kloof Nek and Signal Hill view point. Prior the hiking day a what's up location will be send to your cell phone.
Return details
The hike starts on Signal Hill Road, at the base of Lion’s Head. There’s a small parking on Signal Hill Road, between Kloof Nek and Signal Hill view point. Prior the hiking day a what's up location will be send to your cell phone.

  • Lion's Head
    Lion’s Head hike has a steep screw top route circling the mountain and takes approximately two hours to complete. You’re getting views in all directions from the vista of the Atlantic coastline to the magnificent Table Mountain twelve Apostles. The trail being rocky in some sections using your hands to scramble over rocks maybe necessary. Rising up 669 meters Lion’s Head summit has a 360 degree view, with Table Mountain as its backdrop. Lion’s Head is situated in one of the smallest floral kingdoms in the world.
  • Weather permitting, you may be lucky enough to see colorful paragliders gracefully flying from Lion's Head and nearby Signal Hill, taking advantage of Cape Town's spectacular coastal scenery and favorable wind conditions. As paragliding is entirely weather dependent, sightings cannot be guaranteed but often add an unforgettable touch to your Lion's Head experience.

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
  • Not recommended for travelers who suffer form vertigo or fear of height
  • This hike may not be suitable for those who have undergone knee or hip replacement surgery.
  • Important to have a small camel-bag to be able to store your water bottle.
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
  • This experience requires good weather.
    If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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    Lion's Head Hike for Sunrise with Coffee/Tea or Sunset

    Location Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
    $59.27
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
    02 We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!

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