Lion's Head: Iconic Cape Town Views

Experience the breathtaking beauty of Cape Town from the top of Lion’s Head. Hike to the summit for a 360-degree panorama of the city and enjoy a stunning sunset view. Join a small-group tour for an authentic and personal experience.

Duration: 4 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Lion’s Head Hike Parking - Experience the most iconic view of Cape Town from the summit of Lion’s Head Instagram rock, offering breathtaking 360-degree vistas.
    The trail ascending Lion’s Head is a spiral, allowing hikers to circle the mountain and enjoy views in every direction. At a certain point, the path becomes rugged, requiring the use of…
What's Included
  • Transport (when option selected)
  • Head Lamp
  • Registered adventure hiking and culture tourist guide
  • First Aid kit
  • Coffee on sunrise hike only
  • Photos & video
What's Not Included
  • Transport when option not selected.
Additional Information

Lion’s Head offers breathtaking 360-degree views of Cape Town. It is one of the three iconic peaks that frame the city, standing as the most renowned landmark after Table Mountain. Conveniently located just fifteen minutes from the city, the summit can be reached within an hour. With Table Mountain as its backdrop, Lion’s Head is nestled in one of the…

Location
Lion's Head Hiking
Signal Hill Road
Meeting point is at Lion's Head car park on Signal Hill road, next to the coffee truck.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Wanderer03180015516
May 4, 2025
Amazing! - Patrick is very nice man. He makes sure you are properly equipped and informed. He caters the hike to your group needs and wants. It was really an amazing experience!
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Faith_w
May 1, 2025
Stunning! - Frank picked us up from our hotel and took us to signal hill to start the hike. We met with another hiker, got our torches set up and we set off. The first half is quite sedate, but then you get into scrambling and ladders. It was fun and when the sun came up the views were amazing, especially with the way the light was playing with the heavy fog that was around. Finished with a warm cup of coffee. Frank was great with us and very knowledgeable about the route and conditions. Thanks
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Alixc426
Apr 6, 2025
Magic 🤩 - Great hike with Patrick for the Sunrise at Lion’s Head, I had a magical time: beautiful scenery, super guide, little cafe with views. Hats off to Patrick, who maintained the release even though I was the only one registered, very Pro I enjoyed it very much. Thanks again, I recommend 100%!
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Aerielle_p
Mar 27, 2025
Amazing! - Our sunset hike up Lion’s Head was absolutely amazing! The views were breathtaking—watching the sun dip below the horizon with Cape Town spread out beneath us was an unforgettable experience. Our guide, Patrick, was fantastic—knowledgeable, patient, and so helpful throughout the hike. He made sure we felt safe and comfortable while also sharing great insights about the area. If you’re visiting Cape Town, this hike is a must-do, and I highly recommend going with Patrick for the best experience!
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Leslie_z
Mar 22, 2025
It was a great... - It was a great experience! Patrick was very friendly and he was taking care of me during all the trail. Amazing views of the city.
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Mangl83
Mar 3, 2025
Incredible Sunrise Hike - We really enjoyed our sunrise hike with Patrick. Initially we booked a sunset hike, but changed to the sunrise option due to strong winds being predicted for the evening of our booking. The hike begins in the early hours and is timed so that sunrise occurs shortly after reaching the summit. Patrick collected us from our hotel and, along with a couple of other guests, we began the hike from Signal Hill. The hike itself is likely manageable for those with moderate fitness/mobility levels, and does involve some scrambling up and over short, sharp inclines at various points. These were managed really well by Patrick, who kept us informed on what to expect on the hike throughout. Reaching the summit and sipping coffee provided by Patrick as the sun emerged over table mountain was a beautiful, truly memorable experience, and you can get a clear, 360 degree, expansive view of Cape Town from this vantage point. It was worth the time and effort to get there, and the whole experience was, throughout, an enriching one. In terms of guidance, Patrick was a gentleman. Pleasant, polite, calm, knowledgable and informative, he was a reassuring and vigilant presence on the hike and ensured that our experience was fully realised. We would strongly recommend this hike to anyone curious about it.
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Puroshini
Feb 16, 2025
Solo can be such fun! Patrick the guide, so knowledgeable! - Amazing experience! Patrick was fantastic, knowledgeable and kind. I was picked up on time and at no point did I feel rushed. Coffee at the top of the mountain was a nice surprise. He was kind to takes some pics of me at the top! Will definitely recommend for a solo traveller on a first hike up the mountain..
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Wahoowauva
Feb 10, 2025
Don’t miss this unique hike! - Don’t miss this awesome hike with Patrick! The pickup coordination was seemless from my hotel. Patrick was great company, made sure the route was safe and surprised me with coffee at the top. Well worth the early morning and I’ll never forget the amazing views. Thanks Patrick!!
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Olivia_t
Jan 15, 2025
Challenging but highly rewarding! - This hike turned out to be a bit more challenging than I expected… but it was a great experience! The views from the the top are breathtaking, and a fantastic reward for the 1h effort to reach the top :-)
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Tanya_e
Dec 27, 2024
Great hike. Patrick was... - Great hike. Patrick was fantastic. We had great chats and the view was incredible. Was the highlight of my trip to capetown
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up to 7 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).