• Lion's Head: In the 17th century the peak was known as Leeuwen Kop (Lion's Head) by the Dutch, and Signal Hill was known as Leeuwen Staart (Lion's Tail), as the shape resembles a crouching lion or a sphinx.
  • Lion's Head as seen from Table Mountain, with Robben Island in the background.
  • The king protea, often seen on Table Mountain, is the national flower of South Africa.
  • Looking south to Cape Point from the top of Table Mountain.
  • Construction of the cableway was first started in 1926, and the cableway was officially opened in 1929. In 1997, the cableway was extensively upgraded, and new cars were introduced carrying 65 instead of 25 passengers.
  • Looking out over Cape Town from the lower cable car station, Table Mountain.
  • Breathtaking views of Devil's Peak.
  • Hyraxes typically live in groups of 10 - 80 animals, and forage as a group. They have been reported to use sentries: one or more animals take up position on a vantage point and issue alarm calls on the approach of predators.
  • A view from the top on the Lion's Head full moon hike.
  • The Table Mountain Cableway takes passengers from the lower cable station on Tafelberg Road, about 302 m above sea level, to the plateau at the top of the mountain
  • Lion's Head peaks at 669 metres above sea level.
  • Looking towards Camps Bay from the top of Table Mountain.
  • There are various opportunities for visitors to relax and enjoy a meal or refreshments on top of Table Mountain.
  • Unusual rock formations on the top of Table Mountain.
  • Road to Signal Hill, also know as Lion's Rump.
  • A stunning view of Cape Town from one of the hiking trails on Table Mountain.
  • The best thing about the Lion's Head hike is obviously the view over Cape Town, Table Mountain, the Atlantic and Camps Bay. Although the walk can be a bit steep at times, there is nothing too hectic about this hike.
  • An unusual view of the Table Mountain cable car.
  • A great view from the upper cable car station on Table Mountain.
  • A King Protea - part of the Fynbos family, on Table Mountain.
  • Lion's Head is known for spectacular views over both the city and the Atlantic Seaboard, and the hour-long walk to the top is particularly popular during full moon.
  • Looking out over the Atlantic Ocean from the top of Table Mountain.
  • An aerial view of Lion's Head which is covered in fynbos (indigenous Cape vegetation), with an unusually rich biodiversity that supports a variety of small animals.
  • Red lichen at the top of Skeleton Gorge, Table Mountain.
  • Getting ready to paraglide off Signal Hill.
  • Interesting rock formations on the top of Table Mountain - what a beautiful sunset!
  • The new cable cars going up Table Mountain give a faster journey to the summit, and rotate through 360 degrees during the ascent or descent, giving a panoramic view over the city.
  • Views of Table Mountain from Signal Hill.
  • A beautiful sunset on Lion's Head.
  • The cable cars take four to five minutes to reach the top of Table Mountain. The cable cars travel up and down the mountain every 10 to 15 minutes, ferrying up to 65 visitors at a time.
  • A great view of the Table Mountain cable car station from one of many hiking trails.
  • Be careful of the blister bush while hiking up Table Mountain as it is best known for its ability to cause painful blistering after contact.
  • Looking out over Cape Town from Lion's Head.
  • Looking up at Table Mountain, a significant tourist attraction, with many visitors using the cableway or hiking to the top.
  • About to abseil off the edge of Table Mountain!
  • Paragliding offf Signal Hill.
  • Once you're on the top of Table Mountain and are feeling adventurous, you could abseil down a cliff face!
  • Abseil from the top of Table Mountain, at 1 000 m above sea level. No experience necessary, just a bit of insanity!
  • Beautiful sunset on Table Mountain.
  • Interesting rock formation stranded in the middle of a dry dam, Table Mountain.
  • The closest living relatives to hyraxes (dassies) are the modern-day elephants!
  • The 2.8m tall by 4m wide frames, produced by local artist Porky Hefer, to celebrate Table Mountain being named one of the New7Wonders of Nature, is an interactive artwork and an official World Design Capital 2014 project.
  • The Twelve Apostles is actually an extension of the Cape Mountain Range and is the common name given to the stretch of the range that extends southwards from Table Mountain.
  • Abseiling off Table Mountain - not for the faint hearted!
  • Keeping calm on Lion's Head!
  • Walkways on the top of Table Mountain give safe access to great views.
  • The upper cable station on Table Mountain offers views overlooking Cape Town, Table Bay and Robben Island to the north, and the Atlantic seaboard to the west and south.
  • Aerial view of beautiful Cape Town.
  • Another gorgeous sunset from the top of Table Mountain.
  • A perfect rest stop for the braver hiker, overlooking Camps Bay.
  • Another beautiful Cape Town sunset dipping behind Lion's Head!
  • Wow - what a view from the top of Table Mountain!
  • Lion's Head as viewed from Signal Hill.
  • The view from Lion's Head looking across Camps Bay and the Twelve Apstles is stunning!
  • Table mountain forms part of the Table Mountain National Park. The view from the top of Table Mountain has been described as one of the most epic views in Africa.
  • A difficult hike up Table Mountain which will take about 5 hours to get to the cable car with rests along the way and a lunch stop.
  • The cable car station on the top of Table Mountain.
  • The Noon Gun has been an historic time signal in Cape Town, South Africa since 1806.
  • The Table Mountain Aerial Cableway experience is a memorable one, and most visitors purchase souvenirs, gifts and clothing during their visit. There are four retail outlets, which stock a great selection of clothing, gifts and merchandise.
  • For those that are brave - paragliding off Signal Hill!
  • Hiking up Table Mountain towards Devil's Peak, with views of Lion's Head and Signal Hill.
  • For those who wish to hike up Table Mountain instead of taking the cable car, the Platteklip Gorge route is the most direct route, although it's also arguably the most challenging one.
  • Stunning view from Table Mountain over Bantry Bay, from the Twelve Apostles.
  • For those who wish to hike up Table Mountain instead of taking the cable car, the Platteklip Gorge route is the most direct route, although it's also arguably the most challenging one.
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