Day Trips

Cape Town: Lion's Head Guided Sunrise or Sunset Hike

Duration

3 hrs - 3 hrs 30 mins

Open today

8:30am–6:00pm

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    • Join a guided sunrise or sunset hike up Lion's Head, tackling adventurous sections for a rewarding climb and sweeping views across Cape Town and the ocean.

    • Hike with a knowledgeable guide who leads you safely along the trail, with headlamps or flashlights provided plus light fruit snacks to keep you energized.

    • Reach the summit of Lion's Head to capture unforgettable photos as the sky glows at dawn or dusk, with panoramic vistas stretching to distant mountain ranges.

    • Choose to add hotel pickup and drop-off to your hike, or meet at the starting point instead, keeping your experience flexible [as per option selected].

    • Fruit snacks

    • Headlamps or flashlights

    • Hotel pickup and drop-off [as per option selected]

    • Bottled water

  • You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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    What our guests say

    Jun 2026
    Wow, that sunrise hike up Lion’s Head was something else. Went with my gf, still can’t get over those insane views at the top—felt like we were floating above Cape Town! Our guide, Dino, was super chill and knew a ton of fun facts (also v patient with my slow climbing). Bring a windbreaker, it gets CHILLY up there. Def bring water, too. Would do it again in a heartbeat.
    May 2026
    Went with my family (kids 7 & 12) and it was actually doable! Guide took it slow and kept the kids entertained with stories about the area. It did get pretty crowded near the summit and we had to wait behind some groups. Still, the view is sooooo worth it. Just FYI, there’s some scrambling at the end, but nothing too crazy.
    May 2026
    First hike in Africa and it was a banger. I’m not a big hiker at all but the guide (Codi) made it feel easy and safe, esp. on those ladder parts. Met a bunch of cool people in the group and we all got some wild pics at the top (careful, the rocks are slippery if it rained). 10/10 experience for me.
    May 2026
    This was my first time doing a real hike anywhere and it was SO much better than I expected. Our guide Codi kept us laughing the whole way. He knew the best photo spots and even carried extra water for us. The climb is a little tough at the end but sooooo worth it for the views.
    May 2026
    I did the hike solo and joined a group led by Idrees. Honestly, best way to meet people while traveling. He shared so many stories about the city and even pointed out plants you can eat (don't try yourself lol). Loved the energy. Bring sunscreen, sun is STRONG.

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