Table Mountain Guided Hike – Safe, Scenic & Tailored to You
Description
• Locally owned, female-led adventure company • Qualified, experienced Table Mountain guide • Freshly brewed mountain coffee & South African padkos • One tree planted per hike through Greenpop • Flexible routes for all fitness levels • Occasionally co-guided by Otto, the happiest mountain dog in Cape Town • Focused on safety, connection, and local storytelling
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Pickup Locations & Times
Our guides operate their own vehicles that can pick up a maximum of 4 guests. If your group is bigger than 4, please meet us at the starting point or request a special transfer. We partner with trustworthy local suppliers and will be able to arrange transfers to meet your needs.
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Important Information
- Service animals allowed
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please bring your own baby/toddler carriers
Reviews(22)
A fantastic experience from the very first email exchange. Marie provided in depth and friendly responses, thoroughly answering all my questions. She arrived on time (a few minutes early!) the morning of our hike and brought extra packs/water for our family of five. Marie allowed us to hike at our own pace and provided words of encouragement and interesting facts about local flora and fauna during the ascent. DO NOT miss the delicious breakfast (both the egg sandwich and pancake options felt like we were eating at a gourmet cafe instead of mountain side with incredible views). Marie was quick to suggest alternate options as the heat/sun were more intensive than originally anticipated. She led us down Woody's Ravine, which offered a shady respite, while still boasting gorgeous views. The kids all voted this descent was their favorite part :) I'd be remiss if I didn't mention Otto, the hiking dog, who always came to check on the slowest hiker (me). Marie made us feel safe, supported, and brave on this unforgettable family adventure. I would wholeheartedly recommed Klipspring Hikes!
Dear Caitlin, Thank you so much for sharing your experience - we really appreciate you taking the time. Especially glad we could keep the day flexible and find the right pace for your family - that’s often what makes the difference between a tough hike and a really enjoyable one. And yes, Woody Ravine is a bit of a secret weapon on hot days - shade, views, and just enough adventure to keep things interesting. We're very happy the Bold Brew breakfast lived up to expectations too - mountain coffee and a proper sandwich (or pancake) with a view is hard to beat on Table Mountain. And Otto will be pleased to hear he was doing his job properly, keeping an eye on the back of the group. Thank you again for trusting us with your Cape Town hike - it was such a pleasure sharing the mountain with you all. Warm greetings, Marié (and Otto)
Marie is a professional and great hiking guide. I felt 100% safe with her and around the hike she gave a lot of interesting information. The tour was really flexible planned and I always would go with her! Highly recommended!
Thank you so much for your kind words and recommendation - it makes me very happy to know that you enjoyed the hike so much. It was such a pleasure hiking with you on Table Mountain and looking forward to take you on more mountain adventures next time you're in Cape Town! Warm greetings, Marié
As two octogenarian couples, we were worried that a Table Mountain hike would not be for us. With Klipspring it turned out to be a wonderful experience. Not having to walk too far and enjoying a delicious picnic on the mountain made it a perfect trip. Many thanks to Marie and her team.
Dear Mel, Thank you so much for your kind review. I’m delighted to hear that you and Jane enjoyed your time on Table Mountain with us. Many guests worry that a hike on Table Mountain might be too challenging, so it was a real pleasure to show that the mountain can be enjoyed at a relaxed pace – with beautiful views, fascinating fynbos, and of course a good picnic along the way. It was lovely sharing the mountain with you, and I’m so glad that your Table Mountain experience with Klipspring was such a memorable one. Warm regards, Marié
The tablemountain hike was the highlight of our visit to Capetown. Marie is a very knowledgeable and friendly guide with attention to detail (making a perfect cappuccino with a view when we took a break).
Dear Torun, I'm so glad to hear your Table Mountain hike was such a highlight during your trip to Cape Town. It was lovely to meet you again and have the opportunity to explore more of the mountain with you. Hope to see you again on your next visit! From Marie (and Otto)
Marie is a great guide, with interesting knowledge to share on the beautiful Kasteelspoort hike we did. She’s accompanied by her funny dog and she made us coffee on a rock halfway up Table mountain. Awesome and exhilarating hike at a pleasant and feasible pace.
Dear Sara, I'm delighted to hear that you enjoyed your hike on Table Mountain - it was a pleasure to share the time on the mountain with you and your family. Hope to see you again soon in Cape Town! From Marie (and Otto)
Marie brings both a detailed knowledge and a feeling joyful adventure on top of this gorgeous mountain!
Dear Scott, Thanks you so much for joining our Table Top hike on Table Mountain. It was lovely to meet you and really fun to explore the mountain together. Hope to see you next time again when you're in Cape Town as there are so many more hikes I know you'd like to explore. Safe Travels, Marié
An early Friday morning excursion up Table Mountain was the ideal ending to our trip. A smooth cable car journey delivered us to the top - where we were speechless at the views of the ocean and city below. Marie began with a thorough safety briefing and promise of egg sandwiches (two very important components to the morning.) We did a loop to Maclear's Beacon (the HIGHEST point on the mountain!) A gorgeous hike with very accessible paths and breathtaking views. Each section had its own character in plant diversity which Marie described to us in detail. Super interesting to be able to delve into the vegetation and history of the ecosystem. Freshly brewed coffee and sandwiches on at the beacon were such a treat, with extra local snacks such as koeksisters and rusks. Super thoughtful and delicious addition to the morning. Honestly the best coffee spot in Cape Town. We absolutely LOVED our experience and would highly recommend Marie as a guide, for Table Mountain and beyond. We will definitely be back.
Dear Kim, It was such a pleasure to be able to share the magic of Table Mountain with you, and delighted to know that you enjoyed it so much. Hope to see you again soon as there are so many more amazing hikes and routes to explore! Cheers, Marié
A fantastic experience hiking along the top of Table Mountain with Klipspring Hikes. Our guide Marie was very knowledgeable, giving us great context for our walk and taking us on a wonderful loop. We saw breathtaking views on all sides of the mountain and had wonderful snacks! Thank you Marie! Highly recommended!
Dear Jo, It was such a pleasure to hike with you on Table Mountain and delighted to hear that you enjoyed it so much. Looking forward to share many more of Cape Town's best trails with you. Cheers, Marie
We went on a Disa flower hunt and were not disappointed, amazing guide and wonderful hike . Would definitely be back for more adventures.
Hello Penny, Thank you so much for joining our hike at Myburgh Ravine. It was great fun to go disa hunting with you. Looking forward to seeing you again on our next disa hike on Table Mountain. Cheers, Marié (and Otto)
Marie van Klipspring is a great guide. Enthusiastic, friendly, and knows a lot about the area. She told us about the mountains and the vegetation. And together with us she chose which hiking trail we would take. She even made fresh cappuccino for us up in the mountain. It was wonderful and thanks a lot Marie!
It was so much fun to hike with you up Kasteelspoort! Really glad to know you enjoyed it. Hope to see you next time you're in Cape Town for another hiking adventure. Cheers, Marie
