Hike through areas around Cape Town that most tourists never visit with a guide on a trek. You don't have to worry about getting lost or consulting a map as you go; your guide will lead the way and point out everything worth seeing. Since it's a private tour, you'll be able to set the pace and ask as many questions as you like while traveling.

Private hike for your party only
Transportation can be arranged for a fee
Get off the beaten path
Learn about the area's flora and fauna through guided commentary

What's Included

Transport offered if within 5km radius of City (R50pp).

bring with you Water, Sunblock & comfortable/ appropriate Clothing
Snacks

Meeting And Pickup

You can head directly to the meeting point, or request pickup

Meeting point

Lion's Head Hike Parking
Signal Hill, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
Times are seasonal, Morning @ 5 to 6am Afternoon hike @ approx 4 to 5pm = Lions Head. Level = Average (some climbing and heights 2-4 hours) * +2 77 909 09437* Whatsapp to book** *Transport offered (if in City area) = R50pp each way

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Pickup details

**MINIMUM 2 people* There have been incidents where tourists have been targeted by criminals, it is important to have a guide that you trust, that is passionate about hiking but also has common sense, knows the right places to go and carries out the activity in a fun but safe way (with lots of cool photographs thrown in as well) **Always Whatssap before booking to confirm price/ pick up/ times etc* +2 779 0909437 *minimum 2 people or join a group * Pick up and drop off offered if in the City (cheaper than Uber) *Always message before booking*

What To Expect

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Near public transportation
Not recommended for travellers with back problems
Not recommended for pregnant travellers

No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Travellers should have a moderate physical fitness level
Unfortunately it is a physically demanding and sometimes dangerous activity so able bodied people preferred
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travellers

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.

Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
This experience requires a minimum number of travellers. If it’s cancelled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

Traveller Photos

Featured review

Leonie_L

Phill was a very good guide, we had a great time together he explained us a lot of things about Cape Town and the hiking that we were doing . He was so friendly, and as a bonus : he took a lot of photos of us and of the moment ! We highly recommend him for anyone no matter your level of hiking Phill will support you and encourage you without forcing you ! Many thanks Phill for this incredible moment !

Reviews

5.0

217 reviews

Total review count and overall rating based on Viator and Tripadvisor reviews

Reviews by Viator travellers.

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Great hike to see the Cape Town area

Alex_R, May 2023

Perfect way to get all of the views of the Cape Town area! Phil is an awesome guide to have and make you feel safe through it all! The hike starts off east and gets more challenging as you go!

Response from Host, June 2023

Cheers for a wonderful review! You all did amazing!!

Super friendly

Jana_C, Dec 2022

Loved every minute of it! Phil was great and so accomodating, an experience I will never forget and the view from the top is something pictures don’t even do justice

Response from Host, Dec 2022

thank you Jana it was an awesome morning for everyone 👏

Lion's Head Hike

Georgia_L, Sept 2022

We enjoyed the hike and the views, it was the perfect day for a little work-out. Phil is a nice guide and does this hike several times a week. Thank you for the fun evening

Response from Host, Sept 2022

Cheers for the kind words 🤗

Awesome!

Jolie_E, June 2022

Phil was awesome! Enthusiastic, supportive and fun! We had a great time and thoroughly enjoyed our hike on Lions Head

Response from Host, June 2022

It was a pleasure hosting both you, Joe and the group - it was a thoroughly enjoyable morning on the mountain 😎

A lovely walk with a great guide

Matthew_H, Feb 2022

A brilliant adventure - we picked a fantastic day weather wise to go. Phil was great from start to finish, from hotel collection to guiding us up to the top of Lions Head. His knowledge was brilliant and we felt like we were on a hike with a friend as opposed to a guide - would highly recommend to anyone, something different to do whilst in Cape Town - views are magnificent and led by a superb guide

Response from Host, Feb 2022

What an awesome review, thank you it was a pleasure & I thoroughly enjoyed your company. U2 rocked! ✊🏻

What an incredible hiking experience !

Leonie_L, Mar 2021

Response from Host, Mar 2021

What an amazing review! And many thanks to your group for a wonderful afternoon on the mountain 🙂

Awesome Lions Head Hike

Kurt I, Oct 2019

Our afternoon hike with Phil up Lions Head was a definite highlight of our time in Cape Town. It was great to get outdoors and get the blood pumping. This is not an easy hike, but those with a decent level of fitness and a desire for something a little adventurous will find this well worth their while. A little climbing and a little scrambling involved to get to the top, but the stunning views are worth every step. Phil is a friendly guy and a good guide. He’ll even take pics of your hike and send them to you. Highly recommended!

Response from Host, Oct 2019

Thank you Kurt it was you and John that were awesome!