Table Mountain - Icon of Cape Town
Table Mountain, the massive sandstone plateau rising up above
the Cape Flats has always been a welcome sight to seafarers. Rising
over a kilometre out of the ocean, on a clear day it's visible
from 200 kilometres out to sea. The summit is approximately 3km
wide and at Maclear's Beacon, its highest point, rises to a height
of 1085m.
Over the centuries it has become one of South
Africa's most famous landmarks. Although there are numerous hiking
trails to the top of the mountain, for the less energetic, the
revolving cable car is a less strenuous way of making the ascent.
There are over 2 kilometres of paths and numerous view sites on
the summit.
Facilities
A gift shop and restaurants are available at
the upper cable station, for a breakfast with a difference, or
a choice of hot or cold buffet, the Self Service Restaurant offers
a varied choice. If you prefer to sit and watch the sun set over
the city, the Cableway Cocktail Bar is ideal, the facility can
also be booked for functions. The Summit Boardroom accommodates
up to 80 guests and offers a different venue for staff training
or entertaining VIP guests.
Accessibility
The Cableway is freely accessible to people
with disabilities. There are dedicated parking bays near the lift
entrance at the lower cable station. Guide dogs are welcome aboard
and most seem to enjoy the ride.
Visiting the mountain
The weather is unpredictable on the mountain
and can turn cold very quickly, so take adequate warm clothing,
no matter how warm the day. The cable car operating times vary
according to the season with the first car up at 08h00 year round.
Last car down is between 17h30 and 19h30, contact the cable station
for details and prices: 021 424 0015.
