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Trip Planner:   Africa  /  South Africa  /  Western Cape  /  Cape Town  /  Cape Town Central  /  Lion's Head

Lion's Head, Cape Town

4.9
#2 of 142 in Nature in South Africa
Mountain · Nature / Park
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Hike up to Lion's Head, a dramatic peak overlooking the city and offering panoramic views of Table Mountain National Park. The 669 m (2,195 ft) tall mountain lies next to the smaller, flat-topped Signal Hill, also known as Lion's Rump. You can reach the top on foot only on a relatively easy, scenic trek from Signal Hill. Although steep, the hike, suitable for children, doesn't present a challenge and will reward you with a picturesque picnic spot and viewpoint. Add Lion's Head and other attractions to your Cape Town trip itinerary using our Cape Town day trip planning tool.
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Tours to Lion's Head

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5.0
Duration: 30 to 60 minutes
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FROM $38 BOOK WITH VIATOR Hike Table Mountain or Lions Head in Cape Town Like a Local Hike Table Mountain or Lions Head in Cape Town Like a Local
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Duration: 4 hours
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FROM $177 BOOK WITH VIATOR Cape Town Helicopter Tour: Atlantic Coast Cape Town Helicopter Tour: Atlantic Coast
5.0
Duration: 20 minutes
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FROM $110 BOOK WITH VIATOR Cape Town: Lion's Head Sunset Hike Cape Town: Lion's Head Sunset Hike
5.0
Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes
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FROM $57 BOOK WITH VIATOR Lion's Head Sunrise/Sunset Hike from Cape Town Lion's Head Sunrise/Sunset Hike from Cape Town
5.0
Duration: 3 hours
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FROM $93 BOOK WITH VIATOR Tandem Paragliding Flight Tandem Paragliding Flight
4.8
Duration: 1 hour
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FROM $98 BOOK WITH VIATOR Hike Table Mountain. Hike Table Mountain.
5.0
Duration: 4 to 6 hours
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FROM $61 BOOK WITH VIATOR Hike Lion's Head sunset Hike Lion's Head sunset
5.0
Duration: 4 hours
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FROM $94 BOOK WITH VIATOR Lion's Head hike for Sunset Lion's Head hike for Sunset
4.5
Duration: 3 hours
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FROM $94 BOOK WITH VIATOR Lion's Head Hike for Sunrise Lion's Head Hike for Sunrise
4.9
Duration: 4 hours
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FROM $80 BOOK WITH VIATOR Stunning Lion's Head Morning Hike Stunning Lion's Head Morning Hike
5.0
Duration: 5 hours
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FROM $70 BOOK WITH VIATOR Cape Point Chapman's Peak Drive Penguins Full Day Tour + Wine Tasting Cape Point Chapman's Peak Drive Penguins Full Day Tour + Wine Tasting
5.0
Duration: 8 hours
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  • By ashvparker
    Of course Lion's head is free, other than the energy required to get up. However if you are looking for a hike, Lion's head is by far the easiest hike the gives the best of the Cape Town mountain... 
    Of course Lion's head is free, other than the energy required to get up. However if you are looking for a hike, Lion's head is by far the easiest hike the gives the best of the Cape Town mountain...  more »
  • By michaelamitchell
    this is actually a review for December 2019 I went with a few others & as hard as the beginning part was, I really enjoyed it. has beautiful views & not that bad for someone who's afraid of heights... 
    this is actually a review for December 2019 I went with a few others & as hard as the beginning part was, I really enjoyed it. has beautiful views & not that bad for someone who's afraid of heights...  more »
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  • By Esther Kgosana
    A view like no other...takes an hour plus to reach the peak.
  • By Luke Coller
    A definite must-do hike for any avid nature lover that's in the city
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