Lion’s Head hike – Why choose this route?

Lion’s Head is a free-standing peak located next to Table Mountain, with a height of 669m above sea level.
If you are seeking a hike with superior views, this is it!
The route spirals all the way around to give you 360-degree panoramic views. The views include Table Mountain, Devil’s Peak, Robben Island, Table Bay, Camps Bay and the city.
There are some ladders, chains and staples to negotiate, which adds to the sense of adventure. A nice challenge!
It also serves as a great alternative for when Table Mountain is shrouded in cloud.
It is an extremely popular route, so expect some company along the way. If possible, rather do it on a weekday as weekends can be very crowded.
This route is especially popular to do for sunrise. We hike up with headlamps and watch the sunrise from the summit.
It is also a good value for time hike as it only takes about 3 hours in total.