This splendid hike follows the dramatic and beautiful Kasteelspoort trail. The steep, rocky footpath follows the western flank of the Twelve Apostle coastline, offering grand views across the Atlantic Ocean as one ascends the mountain. The effort is well rewarded when one reaches the well-known ‘diving board’ rock formation at the top of the Back Table, with its fantastic photo opportunities. From here, the hike meanders across and through the magnificent fynbos mountain paradise that is ‘Echo Valley’, right to the top of the Front Table where one is greeted with spectacular views across the city, harbour and distant mountains. One can either hike or take the Aerial Cableway down.

• DISTANCE - 7.0 km (add another 2.0 km if hiking down via Platteklip Gorge)

• ELEVATION GAIN - 975 m

• DIFFICULTY LEVEL - 2A - Strenuous half-day on-trail hike, limited exposure and some use of hands for climbing ladders

• DURATION - Up to 6 hours is the standard duration for this hike. Add another 1.5 to 2 hours if hiking down

• LOCATION - Cape Town, South Africa

This hike can be booked as a PRIVATE GUIDED HIKE, find the price list HERE