Why visit Lion's Head
Lion's Head gives arguably the best all-round view of Cape Town — the City Bowl, Table Mountain's front face, Camps Bay and the Atlantic Seaboard, all in one panorama.
The full-moon hike, done by hundreds of Capetonians each month, is a local tradition.
Where Lion's Head is
The trailhead is at the Signal Hill / Kloof Nek intersection, 10 minutes from the CBD.
What to expect
A well-marked spiral path around the peak. The final section includes short chain and ladder scrambles that most reasonably fit visitors handle comfortably.
Summit views over Table Bay, Robben Island, the Twelve Apostles and the Atlantic Seaboard.
Best time to visit
Sunrise (arrive at the trailhead 90 min before sunrise) or evening full moon.
Avoid high wind and thick cloud — check the forecast.
How to include Lion's Head in a Wanderer private tour
Wanderer arranges guided Lion's Head sunrise or sunset hikes as a private add-on before or after a city tour. A qualified mountain guide leads the walk and a Mercedes chauffeur handles pick-up and drop-off.
Practical tips
- Proper trainers or hiking shoes.
- Head torch for pre-dawn or evening hikes.
- Water — at least 1 litre per person.