One of the most rewarding climbs Table Mountain has to offer. Trail starts from within the lush Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens (you need to pay entrance fee). This challenging trail takes you up through a magical indigenous forest, following a stream and navigating a series of ladders and rock scrambles. It's a proper workout, so be prepared. Once at the summit, you can take the cable car down.

Hiking stats (one-way):

• Length: 6.9km (4.3 mi)

• Elevation gain: 1,027m (3,369 feet)