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Platteklip Gorge hike

Cape TownFree

What to expect

Hike the steep Platteklip Gorge path up the front face of Table Mountain to the top of the cableway, rated moderate to tough.

When it’s available

Any day · 3 km · about 2 hrs

Good to know

  • Outdoors: best when it’s dry

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