No trip to South Africa would be complete without seeing Table Mountain. This iconic landmark towers over the skyline of Cape Town. To fully appreciate the mountain you need to get to the top of it. The panoramic views from the plateau allow you to get a full perspective of the Cape Peninsula. If you are fit enough it is highly recommended that you hike up one of trails leading to the top of the mountain. There are several different routes, each one is a good strong climb but offers a rewarding experience. 
People were asked to stay off the trails during the time of our visit. There had been several fires because of the extreme dryness. Unfortunately one of the worst fires was started by an ignorant tourist who had thrown a cigarette butt.
If you’re not up to several hours of hiking you can be at the top of the mountain in under ten minutes by taking the cable car. The floor of the car rotates around the inside allowing everyone to get a 360 degree view.
We were lucky enough to get a perfectly clear day. It’s common for cloud to roll
in and obscure the views. The cloud cover is suitably called the table cloth because of the way it blankets the flat top mountain. Check the weather forecast before you go. Strong winds can prevent the cable car from operating. If you hear a loud horn while on top it’s a warning to make your way back to the cable car before they have to shut it down. 
The plateau of the mountain is over 3 km’s in length. There are several view points linked by a series of paths. They offer views of the entire city bowl, the Cape Flats, Camp’s Bay and Hout Bay. On a clear day you can see Robben Island and all the way to the Helderberg Mountain Range near Stellenbosch in the Winelands.
A stroll along the trails will allow you to see the mountains unique vegetation or perhaps spot one of the several types of lizards found in the area or a small mammal called a dassie.
Table Mountain Information and Cable Car Tickets
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- Cape Town Accommodation
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