Table Mountain Hiking & Running Tours EST. 1995
Table Mountain via India Venster
Adventurous and scenic.
Hiking Table Mountain can be challenging and technical. Therefore, being well-prepared is essential for anyone attempting the hike.
The shape of the ravine, located between two large rock buttresses, gives the hike its name.
The hike starts behind the lower cable way station heading right up Table Mountain before reaching the contour path. From this point, the trail gradually ascends a gully along a prominent feature known as the Venster Buttress. As you continue upward, it eventually veers left, diverging from the main route. Along the way, you will see the striking ‘India Venster’ rock formation. It forms a natural window that beautifully frames the stunning views of Table Mountain and Devil’s Peak. As we continue toward the eastern side of the amphitheater, the trail gradually becomes steeper and more rugged. At this point, we encounter our first short scrambling section, where the terrain demands the use of hands for stability and upward progress.
Nevertheless, the most thrilling part of the climb still lies ahead. In the meantime, as you progress along the route, you’ll notice that rangers have carefully placed numerous staples and chains. These features not only ease the ascent but also enhance safety, making the experience more accessible and secure for hikers.
Once you’ve navigated this climbing and scrambling section, the trail gradually becomes easier as it winds upward toward ‘The Ledge,’ nestled beneath massive overhangs. From there, as you round the corner, a refreshing breeze often greets you. An ideal moment to pause, catch your breath, and take in the stunning views overlooking Camps Bay and the vast Atlantic Ocean.
At this point, we begin to move away from the sea and gradually enter a shaded, cool ravine. As we continue along this path, the terrain slowly transitions, and before long, we eventually emerge onto the expansive Table Mountain plateau.
Above all, hiking Table Mountain via the India Venster route is far from a simple walk—it is, instead, a thrilling and demanding adventure. Moreover, it is ideally suited for experienced hikers who are in search of a more adventurous and scenic alternative to reach Table Mountain summit.
It combines stunning views, rock scrambling, and exposure to heights—ideal for those seeking an adrenaline-filled hike.
India Venster hiking tour highlights.  Â
- Climbing up gullies with the help of staples and chains.
- Spectacular views of the city on one side, the Apostles and Atlantic coastline on the other.
- A very worthwhile variation to the popular hikes on Table Mountain.
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Hike Table Mountain via India Venster Morning CEH 7
Tour Code: CEH 7
- Fitness Level Moderate
- Technical Level Moderate
- Hike Duration: 3hrs
- Distance:Â 3km
- Terrain:Â Rocky path and many uneven steps.
- Depart Time:Â 06:30am
- Return Time:Â 1:00pm
R1,600.00
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Excellent Mtb tour with excellent guide! I recommend to anybody! Perfect way to discover Table Mountain and parts of Cape Town! 
Destination827198
14 February 2023
