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Lion's Head hike

Cape TownFree

What to expect

Hike Lion's Head on a spiral path to the 669 m summit, popular at sunrise and full moon, with minor scrambling near the top.

When it’s available

Any day · 2 km · about 1.3 hr

Good to know

  • Outdoors: best when it’s dry

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