Platteklip gorge is the easiest and quickest way up table mountain with a rock staircase all the way. Quickly gaining elevation you will have amazing city views and a chance to learn more about our rich city culture. get a real feel of table mountain and the people who love to hike on it.

Quick route description Platteklip gorge follows a well-constructed pat hall the way and is the easiest most direct route up Table Mountain. The hike will start about a kilometer past the lower cable station. from here we’ll quickly gain elevation until we join the contour path a quick walk to the left brings us to the start of the path. At first, the route follows up to the left side of the gorge, then into the gorge itself higher up. at the final section, we’ll walk through a point where the gorge narrows down considerably a high point of the hike. from here we’ll either turn right to the highest point of table mountain or left to the cable station.

Difficulty: easy Hike Duration: 2.5 to 3 hours Distance: About 2.5 km / 1.6 miles Platteklip Gorge Elevation Gain: 680 meters / 2230 feet