Cape Town: Table Mountain Tour

Cape Town, South Africa

1 to 4 hours (approx.)
Pickup offered
Group discounts
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

Table Mountain is a Cape Town icon with several different summit trails. Experience it with a guide to explain the area’s flora and fauna, showcase the best viewpoints, and lead the way on hikes when you book this private door-to-door tour. You’ll ride the cable car to the summit—upgrade for skip-the-line access—enjoy the views and explore, then ride back down.

Explore Table Mountain with a private guide
Choose between three different walking trails at the summit
Upgrade for skip–the-line access to the cable car
Private 2-way transfers direct from your central Cape Town address

What's Included

Bottled water
Table Mountain Cableway tickets
Private transportation

Lunch

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

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Pickup details

Please provide us with a pick up address. Departure from your location within 10km (6 miles) of the Cape Town CBD. Please note that additional charges may apply should your accommodation fall outside of this radius.

Arranged start time

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Itinerary

Table Mountain

3 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
Not wheelchair accessible
Infant seats available

Most travelers can participate
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

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Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews

4.5

based on 16 reviews

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Great Service

Catherine_S, Nov 2025

Our trip was cancelled due to high winds on the mountain. We where kept informed about the situation and our refund was made into our account quickly

Response from Host, Nov 2025

Thank you for your understanding and kind review. 🌬️ We’re sorry the tour had to be cancelled due to high winds, but your safety will always be our top priority. I’m glad you were kept informed and that your refund was processed quickly. We hope to welcome you back to Cape Town soon and get you up Table Mountain on a perfect day. 🙏

INCREDIBLE! A must do in Cape Town!

Jared_M, Jul 2025

We are so glad we booked our guided tour of the top of Table Mountain. We learned so much while taking in the breathtaking views stretching for miles! After out time at the top, including a stop inside the eatery at the top, we went back down the cable car and our driver took us back to the hotel taking the route around the backside of Lion's Head. We would highly recommend and if you go, sending you good luck on a clear-weather day like we experienced!

Response from Host, Jul 2025

Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the guided tour of Table Mountain and that the weather offered those incredible views. It’s always a privilege to share the rich history and beauty of the mountain with our guests. We're glad you had time to enjoy the eatery and the scenic return via Lion’s Head too. Thank you for recommending us, and here's to more clear-weather days for future adventurers! 🌞🗻

Fantastic experience

Arlene_C, Nov 2024

Fantastic, informative tour with Chris who was very knowledgeable and interesting. The fast track entry was a definite plus too.

Response from Host, Nov 2024

Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! It’s great to hear that you enjoyed the tour and found it both informative and interesting. We’re glad the fast-track entry added convenience to your experience. It was a pleasure showing you the beauty of Table Mountain, and we hope to welcome you back for more adventures in the future!

Great tour of table mountain

Fiona_E, Oct 2024

Chris was a very informative guide and led us on our walk around Table mountain, which is a must do in Cape Town. Would definitely recommend

Response from Host, Oct 2024

Thank you so much for the kind words! We are glad you enjoyed the walk around Table Mountain, it truly is one of Cape Town's must-do experiences. We really appreciate your recommendation!

Going up to Table Mountain without fighting the crowds

RosaliaM_G, May 2024

Ivan was an excellent guide that took us to the top of the mountain without waiting on line to buy tickets and he explained us the points of interest to look at. It was a pleasant and smooth tour.

Response from Host, May 2024

Thank you for reviewing this tour. We are delighted that it was pleasant and smooth. Travel safe.

Table mountain was...

Akona_S, Nov 2023

Table mountain was amazing and worth seeing and the knowledge and history is quite good. So many hiking trails with cameras around for safety purposes

Response from Host, Nov 2023

Thank you very much for taking the time to share your experience with us.

Outstanding Tour

steven_B, Oct 2023

Key word is “ Roland” . His infectious passion for what he does makes a full day of touring an outstanding experience. We loved every moment of the country side, people and food. We did Table mountain as a separate tour as this is already a full day. 9-7. Highly recommended… DO NOT MISS . Point of Cape, Good Hope, Penguins & lunch was spectacular.

Response from Host, Nov 2023

Thank you very much for taking the time to share your feedback with us.

Great experience

marilynaspen, Oct 2023

Tour guide Chris was knowledgeable & friendly. He was efficient at moving us through the initial lines at the cable car. It was a perfect day & we did the 45 minute trail hike at the top as the crowds fell away. He was all too obliging at taking photos as I was a solo traveller. This tour was just what I was looking for...highly recommend. Thanks Chris!

Response from Host, Oct 2023

Thank you very much for taking the time to share your experience with us. We will tell Chris of his good work. We hope you enjoyed the remainder of your Holiday.

Great experience on a perfect weather day!

James_C, Jun 2023

Chris was a wonderful guide. In fact, of the three Viator arranged excursions, Chris was the best guide. The right combination of conversation and quiet periods as we hiked Table Mountain. And his guidance was invaluable due to the HUGE crowds at Table Mountain. The day of our booking was the first clear and sunny day in the past several and the mountain was absolutely packed. Chris had Fast Passes that got us to the cable car right away. We then took the 45 minute trail hike once we got to the top. The cable car has a rotating floor that gives everyone a good view. No fighting for the best spot! At the top, as we got further from the cable car station, the crowds fell away. We had plenty of great views and photo ops. Chris was only to obliging to snap our picture on many occasions. He was full of interesting information and geography - which was critical as we had a 360 degree view of the Cape from the hike! The whole excursion lasted from about 9am to noon, which was perfect for us. Great tour and highly recommended! Thanks Chris!!

Response from Host, Jun 2023

Thank you very much for taking the time to share your feedback with us. We are delighted that you had the best guide! We have passed on your appraisal to Chris. We hope you had a safe trip back home.

Experiencing a Seventh Wonder of Nature

Kimberly_B, Mar 2023

The most memorable part began with the cable ride to Table Top Mountain, it was breathtaking beautiful. Once we arrived on the mountain top the views were spectacular. The rock formations, foliage and the peaceful serenity we experience was exhilarating.

Response from Host, Mar 2023

Thank you for your review. We are happy you had a memorable time on Table Mountain.

Professional guide and beautiful view

Katarina_M, Jan 2026

Fayisal picked us up and drove up to the cable car. Along the way, he told us about the areas we passed. Very easy to "skip the queue" that we bought as an addition. The regular line was very long. Once up it was windy but the view was clear. Fayisal took us on a hiking tour that gave us the opportunity to see the view from several different directions. After the visit and the cabin down he drove us where we wanted to be dropped off. A very nice half day with a friendly, accommodating and knowledgeable guide.

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Response from Host, Jan 2026

Thank you so much for sharing your experience! We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the tour and that the skip-the-line option made things smoother for you. It’s wonderful that the clear views and hiking stops gave you different perspectives of the scenery. We'll be sure to pass along your kind words to Fayical, he’ll be thrilled to know his guiding made your day memorable. We hope to welcome you back for another adventure soon!

The visit was very...

Lorenzo_C, Oct 2025

The visit was very nice but you can also do it without a guide because the paths are well marked!

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Response from Host, Oct 2025

Ciao! Grazie mille per la tua recensione e per aver scelto di visitare Table Mountain con noi. 😊 Hai ragione: i sentieri sono ben segnalati e molti escursionisti scelgono di andare in autonomia. Allo stesso tempo, la nostra guida aggiunge valore con curiosità su geologia, flora e fauna, gestione dei tempi (meteo, funivia, code), scelta dei percorsi in base al livello del gruppo e consigli di sicurezza per godersi la montagna in tranquillità. Speriamo di rivederti presto per un itinerario personalizzato, magari un sentiero meno battuto al tramonto! Grazie ancora e buon proseguimento di viaggio. 🙌