Van De Kaap Tours & Hiking
TRAIL AND TASTE

Guided hike

TRAIL AND TASTE

Hike Table Mountain | Taste Bo-Kaap

Why You'll Love It

Summer Special
R1,300 – R2,100 per person

Hotel Pickup + Hike + Cableway Ticket + Lunch

For those who enjoy adventurous discovery beyond the ordinary. This uniquely curated private 5-hour tour combines a guided Table Mountain hike with a scenic historical drive and a traditional lunch in Bo-Kaap, pairing the most rewarding Cape Town trails with the rich flavours and traditions of the Cape Malay community.

“Trail and Taste” is a Van De Kaap Travel and Tours signature experience

A tasting menu instead of a full meal is available on request.

The View from Table Mountain

Hike through natural wonders like fynbos and seasonal waterfalls in a New7Wonders of Nature.

Explore a Table Mountain hiking trail that matches your preference and fitness:

  • Platteklip Gorge: The classic and most direct route to the summit — moderately easy.

  • Kasteelspoort: A quieter scenic route with hidden treasures — moderately challenging.

  • Skeleton Gorge: Indigenous forest with seasonal waterfalls — moderately challenging.

  • India Venster: A exhilarating scrambling route with narrow ledges — challenging.

  • Can't Find Your Match: We're here to help — reach out to us for personalised route advice.

Trail Overview

What to expect on a Trail and Taste Tour

  • Begin the day climbing Table Mountain with a registered guide. Our team holds CATHSSETA certifications in both cultural and adventure guiding, ensuring you get a safe, engaging experience enriched with local history and expert trail leadership.
  • Along the way your guide will point out interesting indigenous flora and chat about the history and the promising future of Cape Town.
  • The hiking experience starts at the trailhead and ends at the Table Mountain Aerial Cableway Upper Station.
  • After the hike, enjoy a guided drive past District Six, the Castle of Good Hope, and the Company’s Garden before arriving in Bo-Kaap.
  • Your journey concludes with a sit-down traditional Cape Malay meal, offering a warm welcome and a delicious introduction to one of Cape Town's oldest culinary traditions.
Kloof Corner

We’ll create a dedicated WhatsApp chat with your group, and a detailed info pack will be shared upon booking confirmation.

Terrain & Route Type

  • Platteklip Gorge: a 3-hour climb up steep stone steps — suitable for beginners — not suitable for those with knee issues.
  • Kasteelspoort: a 4-hour technical hike with ladders — suitable for individuals with physical endurance — unsuitable for those with low fitness.
  • Skeleton Gorge: a 4-hour technical trail with ladders — best suited for fit individuals — not suited for beginners.
  • India Venster: a 4-hour technical route with staples, chains, and scrambling — suitable for experienced hikers — unsuitable for those with a fear of heights.
  • Hike through natural wonders like fynbos and seasonal waterfalls in a New7Wonders of Nature

Important safety note

Match your hike to your fitness level. You will receive a full brief regarding the trail you choose.

Highlights

  • Table Mountain National Park
  • Table Mountain Cableway
  • Cape Town City Bowl
  • District Six
  • Bo-Kaap

Suggested to bring

  • Footwear suitable for hiking
  • Warm jacket / windbreaker
  • Water (we provide 1.5L pp)
  • Sun protection
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