Hike up the Lion’s Head

We will be hiking up Lions Head, Cape Town's most Instragram'able hike. We plan to either catch the sunset over the Atlantic Ocean or sunrise from the Hottentots Holland mountains. We enjoy some amazing photo opportunities before our descent. During a sunset hike, we descend in the dark using our flashlights (provided). During a sunrise hike, we may hike the first part in the dark using our flashlights (provided). While the hike is regarded as easier than Table Mountain, it still involves steep rocky and narrow terrain at certain points from about half up way and a section where the use of steel handles and chains need to be used to get up 2 pitches of about 3 meters each (only up and not down). Quite adventurous indeed. This hike has been an age old tradition for locals especially during the full moon and on clear/windless nights/mornings where the lights of the city below dazzle and the moon and stars show off its beauty in the night sky.

I offer a variety of hikes -some popular and some 'Off the beaten Track', less known hikes. Sunrise / Sunset / Full Moon / Day hike options *Always MESSAGE me first* Time can be discussed* *Minimum 2 persons unless you join a group* Everything from a gentle 2-hour stroll through a forest to rock climbing up Table Mountain under the cable car (no ropes required). All abilities, fitness levels and ages catered for. *depends on weather & time of the year* I am a registered Tourist guide so can also offer day Tours, fun activities and advice on all things to do with Cape Town Private hikes can be negotiated

Cape Town’s most popular hike.  A moderate 1.5 hour ascent. Enjoy panoramic city views and a gorgeous Atlantic ocean sunset. This is the best way to capture a glowing picture of Table Mountain. Learn about the points of historic, cultural and natural interest in the Mother City below as well as across the bay, as if you were soaring in the sky. Descend as the sun falls and see the city lights light up the skyline. A unique view of Cape Town.

Lion's Head has a 360 degrees views of Cape Town. Lion's Head is one of the three iconic peaks that frame the city of Cape Town. Lion's Head is the most iconic landmark after Table Mountain. Lion's Head can be reached within fifteen minutes from the city and the summit can be reached within an hour. Lion's Head has Table Mountain as its backdrop and is situated in one of the smallest but richest floral kingdoms in the world. Hiking Lion's Head for sunset is a Captonian tradition. The evening sun often casts a golden glow over the ocean and Cape Town coastline creating a warm and serene ambiance. Then again Hiking Lion's Head at Sunrise create a magical and peacefully atmosphere. The sky changing colors can provide stunning photo opportunities. Small-group tour with a maximum of 7 persons means a more authentic and personal experience. If you are traveling with a group of friends, we also have a private hiking option for up to 7 people.

Lion's Head hike is a tour which we recommend to those looking for the best scenic views of Cape Town. The aerial views on Lion's Head are better than those you get while hiking Table Mountain or on other routes. While this hike is the easiest of the Cape Town treks because of the short duration it takes to submit the mountain, a guide is still advised because we would like to share our expert knowledge of the trail with you on a 3 hour hike which takes you from your hotel or accommodation in Cape Town and gets you to the highest point above Lion's Head which is approximately 669 meters above sea level.