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Climb Table Mountain with some of the most experienced mountain guides in South Africa. To Rock Climb on Table Mountain ranks very high (pun intended) on many climbers bucket list - whether you have just learned to climb, climb mostly indoors or if you are a seasoned pro. Nowhere else can you so easily access rock climbing of the highest quality, directly above a metropolitan city with ocean views to boot! Abseil in, climb out - come climb on Table Mountain with us!

Climb Table Mountain with some of the most experienced mountain guides in South Africa. To Rock Climb on Table Mountain ranks very high (pun intended) on many climbers bucket list - whether you have just learned to climb, climb mostly indoors or if you are a seasoned pro. Nowhere else can you so easily acces rock climbing of the highest quality, directly above a metropolitan city with ocean views to boot! Abseil in, climb out - repeat.

Come climb on Table Mountain with us!

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Without doubt one of the most unique experiences in the world - high quality, technical, rock climbing high above a major city...with ocean views as well! Besides the integral-ascent all other options include abseiling. Note that all routes on Table Mountain are Traditional (no bolts), and our guides are certified to this level in all cases.
Below are some common Guided Rock Climbs on Table Mounatin ...

Integral Ascent:

A traditional "ascent" of Table Mountain North Face - from bottom to top. This gives a great sense of having climbed Table Mountain and involves hiking then rock-climbing then some more hiking and then finish with more rock climbing. Total height-gain c650m with 8 pitches of rock climbing. We then descend via Cable Car, if it is running, else a 1hour walk down. An early start is required to avoid the sun.

Grade: Various Options
Ease: Moderate
Exposure:
Duration: 6+ hours
Suitability: Novice | Beginner | Intermediate
Goup Size:
- ideal: 1-2
- max: 4

Arrow Final:

The original finalè to the integral ascent, this route climbs the striking narrow face directly below the top cable-station. Often accessed via abseil this route offers suberb postion and easy climbing with views from the Atlantic all the way to false bay and is ideal for beginners. Remarkable for the grade!

Grade: 10 | 3 | 2 | 5.6 | MS
Ease: Easy
Exposure:
Duration: 3-4 hours
Suitability: Novice | Beginner
Goup Size:
- ideal: 1-2
- max: 4

Staircase:

Perched high above the Western Seabord, this superb route weaves it's way around some of the most impressive (and difficult) cliffs of the mountian, and gives a sense of big, airy climbing at a very moderate grade. Oft used to finish the integral ascent. Ideal for the beginner or first outdoor climb.

Grade: 12 | 3+ | 3 | 5.6 | S
Ease: Easy
Exposure:
Duration: 3-4 hours
Suitability: Novice | Beginner
Goup Size:
- ideal: 1-2
- max: 4

Africa Crag:

Some of the finest technical, flowing climbing available at the grade! The climbing - move for move - is sustained and engaging with an airy traverse around a roof to add spice. Amazing route directly above the City.

Grade: 18 | 5b | 5+ | 5.9 | HVS
Ease: Easy
Exposure:
Duration: 3-4 hours
Suitability: Novice | Beginner
Goup Size:
- ideal: 1-2
- max: 4

Jacobs Ladder:

THE classic on Table Mountain. Clean and sustained climbing with a very airy travese in the middle, guaranteed to make you feel high. Simply exquisite, 'Jacobs' is not for those with a fear of heights. The best way to look down on the Camps Bay and Clifton dwellers, occassionally used to finish the integral ascent. Ideal for people who have climbed outdoors at the grade.

Grade: 16 | 5a | 5 | 5.8 | VS/HVS
Ease: Easy
Exposure:
Duration: 3-4 hours
Suitability: Intermediate / Experienced
Goup Size:
- ideal: 1-2
- max: 4

Atlantic Crag:

Grade: 12 | 3+ | 3 | 5.6 | S
Ease: Easy
Exposure:
Duration: 3-4 hours
Suitability: Intermediate / Experienced
Goup Size:
- ideal: 1-2
- max: 4

For the Hard & Strong:

Table Mountain is home to the hardest (free) trad route in South Africa - as well as (one of) the easiest. As such there are a host of sustained and challenging routes on offer. If you seek something a little more challenging than those listed above, please contact us to set this up.

Grade: >21 | >6 | >6 | >5.11 | >E1
Ease: Easy
Exposure:
Duration: 4-8 hours
Suitability: Intermediate / Expert
Goup Size:
- ideal: 1-2

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General

Table Mountain (read wikipedia) is as iconic as The Matterhorn and just happens to have a modern, cosmopolitan, city at its feet - Cape Town. Not only does Cape Town have gorgeous beaches and amazing wine, but mountain playgrounds are easily found, Table Mountain being the most iconic and certainly the most accessible. The Rock Climbing is predominantly located on the Northern (city) and Western (Atlantic) faces, each offering excellent and technical multi pitch traditional climbing above uniquely spectacular views.

But don't just take our word for it:

"I hate to say it, as a Brit, but maybe the trad climbing in South Africa is the best in the world" - Steve McClure

Vertigo Adventures offer full and half day climbs on Table Mountain. Generally speaking there are two, main, iteneraries:

Cable Car up and down and then climb 2 multi pitch routes on the main, top, rockband (this is dependent on the cable car running). This option eliminates the hiking/walking from the option below and therefore a higher volume of pure tech rock climbing. There are a good selection of routes to satisfy a variety of grades - from beginner to advanced - and weather dependant one can climb in the sun or the shade all day by varying the aspect. Routes are usually 4 pitches in length, and at least one route involves a hanging-stance. The added bonus are two very scenic 50m+ abseil's (rappel's)
Hike and climb up the front of Table mountain directly under the cable car. This involves +-6 pitches of rock climbing and then hiking/scrambling between the rock bands. This option gives a greater sense of having "climbed Table Mountain" and is more suited to those with a high degree of walking fitness who are not looking for technically difficult rock climbing. Note: During the summer months this option requires an early (6am) start to avoid the sun. Usually this is a 7 hour undertaking, and water and snacks are definitely needed.

Both of the above can accommodate beginners, intermediates, kids and adults alike. A less common option, and certainly more remote, is:

Long multi-pitch route on the Twelve Apostles. This option is wilder and more away from people and the city. This is a long day and not suitable for novice and/or those who are not very fit. The trade off is an increase in adventure feeling but a decrease in clean, technical rock climbing. While we do use a rope for 12 odd pitches, much of the climbing is very easy, and as the route is more out of the way, it tends to be a little dirtier. Note: this route is not suitable for kids. Being a ways from any amenities, full hiking and climbing gear (good selection of clothing and food/water) needs to be carried to as well as UP the route.

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Rock Climbing Adventures

Sport Climbing

Ideally suited to: novice | indoor climber | experienced

Description	👤	👥	⌛
Single Pitch	R1,650pp	R 925pp	±4hr
Multi Pitch	R1,850pp	R1,000pp	±6hr
Beyond Cape Town	P.O.A	P.O.A

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Table Mountain & Lion's Head Climbing

Minimum Requirements: People who have climbed before

Description	👤	👥	⌛	🚑	📜	🎿	🚡	🚕	🍴
half day	R2,350pp	R1,450pp	±4hr
Full Day	R3,390pp	R1,995pp	±7hr

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Cederberg Climbing

These trips are multi-pitch traditional climbing and tend to be 1:1 or 1:2 guide : people.
Ideally suited to: intermediate | experienced
Minimun Requirement: must have climbed before

Description	👤	👥	⌛	🚑	📜	🎿	🚕	🍴	⛺	🏠
Adventure Climbing	R3,550ppd	R2,000ppd	≥2d

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Walking & Hiking

Walking & Hiking

Table Mountain & Lion's Head Hiking

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Description	👤	👥	⌛
Platteklip Gorge	R850pp	R750pp	±4hr
India Venster	R850pp	R750pp	±4hr
Kloof Corner	R950pp	R850pp	±4hr

Devils Peak

Description	👤	👥	⌛	🚑	📜	🚕	🍴
Mowbray Ridge	R1,050pp	R950pp	±5hr

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Certified and Registered

NQF and MDT certified guides, registered with the National Department of Tourism

Suitable for all skill levels

We specialise in tailor-making adventures to your skill level - EVEN if you have never climbed or hiked before

Equipment Provided

If you are travelling light, we have all gear/equipment you may need

Single or Combined Adventures

Time for more than one activity - combine them. Sleep in caves and climb rock, paddle a river

Wide Range of Areas

Table Mountain, Lions Head, Cedarberg, Namibia, Drakensberg and Eastern Cape

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Integral Ascent:

Arrow Final:

Staircase:

Africa Crag:

Jacobs Ladder:

Atlantic Crag:

For the Hard & Strong:

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Country Routes

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