Abseil Table Mountain: Super-Sized Views + an Epic Dose of Adrenaline

Cape Town’s topography is coveted the world over for its beauty and diversity, with mountains, oceans, valleys, vineyards and forests providing the backdrop for an array of exciting adventures. Its most famous natural landmark is undoubtedly Table Mountain – a kilometre-tall plateau that presides over the city. Flanked by Devil’s Peak to the east and Lion’s Head to the west, this iconic sandstone-and-granite monument is popularly traversed via the cable car, or one of the seven hikes that wind around it.

But if you’re an adrenaline-seeker, why not abseil Table Mountain?

The lowdown on abseiling Table Mountain

At 1 000 metres above sea level, this is South Africa’s highest commercial abseil, making for an exhilarating experience. As you are lowered into the vortex, the vast blue ocean stretches out before you, and Camps Bay, Lion’s Head and The Twelve Apostles form a panorama of splendour. The adrenaline-inducing experience takes around an hour, including a safety demonstration, harnessing up, and a 30-minute hike to get back to the top of the mountain. All the way, you’ll be in the company of a trained guide.

Rates R995 (does not include cable-car tickets)

Please note

• The above rates exclude return cable-car tickets.
• Abseilers should wear comfortable clothes, shoes and a warm jacket.
• Minimum weight limit is 45kg (if a little lighter, a tandem abseil can be booked for an additional R300) and maximum weight limit is 120kg
• Children under 10 years are not permitted.
• Tours run daily and are weather-dependent.

Times Monday – Sunday, 9.30am – 3.30pm (weather-permitting)

Meeting spot Meet at the top of Table Mountain (next to the big wheel with cables)

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