Rock climbing up Table Mountain

Rock climbing: Table Mountain is as iconic as The Matterhorn and just happens to have a modern, cosmopolitan, city at its feet - Cape Town.

Full day excursion

2 options available from €145

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From€194
full day
Occasionally sporty
From 10 years-old and up

Practical information

The Integral Ascent:
Ease: Moderate-Strenuous‍
Duration: a day
Style: Traditional Multi-Pitch (no bolts!)‍
Suitability: Beginner (indoor climber) - Experienced

A traditional "ascent" of Table Mountain North Face - from bottom to top. This gives a great sense of having climbed Table Mountain and involves hiking then rock-climbing then some more hiking and then finishing with more rock climbing. Total height gain of c650m with 8 pitches of rock climbing. We then descend via Cable Car, if it is running, else a 1-hour walk down. An early start is required to avoid the sun.


Area: Table Mountain
Grade: Various - easiest and medium options on Table Mountain
Ease: Moderate-Strenuous
Duration: 7+ hours
Suitability: Novice | Beginner | Intermediate
Group Size: ideal: 1-2 max: 4

Course of events

Starting times
Summer: 08:00
Winter: 08:30

Meeting point:
Table Mountain Aerial Cableway: Tafelberg Rd, Gardens, Cape Town, 8001
Spoken languages:English, Dutch
Included
  • All necessary rock climbing gear
  • Expert instructor
  • Permit fees
  • Rescue insurance
  • Transport to/from Cape Town
Do not forget to bring
  • Shoes fit for walking: closed trainers
  • Fleece/warm top
  • Rain jacket
  • 1L of water and a snack such as a energy/jungle oats bar or a packet of nuts etc.