Abseil Off Table Mountain in Cape Town
Experience one of the world's highest commercial abseils with breathtaking views over Cape Town, Camps Bay and the Atlantic Ocean — a true bucket-list adventure 1,000 metres above sea level.
Abseiling Table Mountain — Cape Town's most iconic adrenaline experience
Abseiling off Table Mountain is widely considered one of Cape Town's most unforgettable adventure activities. Guests descend approximately 112 metres straight down the cliffs of Table Mountain, starting from a launch point sitting over 1,000 metres above sea level on the summit plateau.
The cinematic backdrop is what makes this experience so special. As you step off the edge, the view opens up to the curved sands of Camps Bay, the deep blue of the Atlantic Ocean, the rugged silhouette of Lion's Head, the dramatic peaks of the Twelve Apostles and the endless coastline of the Cape Peninsula.
No previous abseiling experience is required. Experienced guides provide a safety briefing on the summit and all safety equipment is included. Trips run daily — but always weather permitting, as Table Mountain's conditions can change quickly.
Your Table Mountain abseil, step by step
Arrive at Table Mountain
Make your way to the lower cableway station at the foot of one of the New 7 Wonders of Nature.
Ride to the summit
Take the iconic rotating cable car — or hike via Platteklip Gorge — to reach the upper plateau over 1,000 metres above sea level.
Meet your abseil team
Greet your experienced abseil guides at the upper cableway station.
Safety briefing & harness fitting
Get fitted with a harness, helmet and rope equipment, followed by a pre-descent safety briefing.
Abseil down the cliffs
Step off the edge for a breathtaking 112-metre commercial abseil down the face of Table Mountain.
Scenic hike back
Follow a short, spectacular path back to the summit through unique fynbos terrain.
Return via cable car
Ride the cableway down — or explore Table Mountain's summit trails for the rest of the day.
Table Mountain Abseil Rates
Premium guided abseiling from the cliffs of Table Mountain — fully kitted, fully briefed, fully unforgettable.
Table Mountain Abseil Experience
per person
Reference: R1,050 – R1,100 per person depending on operator and season.
- 112m commercial abseil descent
- Experienced abseil guides
- Full safety briefing & harness fitting
- All safety gear & abseil equipment
- Scenic guided hike back to the summit
Tour Details
Duration
Approximately 45 minutes to 1 hour on rope.
Departure Times
Daily slots — 9:30, 10:30, 11:30, 12:30, 13:30 and 14:30. Weather permitting.
Cableway Ticket
Table Mountain Cableway ticket is not included — purchase separately, approx. R430–R450 pp.
Meeting Point
Upper Cableway Station, Table Mountain National Park, Cape Town.
What's Included
- Experienced abseil guides
- Full safety briefing
- Harness and safety gear
- Commercial abseiling equipment
- Guided 112m descent
- Scenic hike back to the summit
Not Included
- Table Mountain Cableway ticket (approx. R430–R450 pp)
- Meals and drinks
- Hotel transfers (unless booked separately)
- Personal travel insurance
Why this abseil tops the bucket list
Step off the edge of the world
That first lean over the edge — feet planted on the rock, ropes humming under tension, the city and ocean spread out a kilometre below — is the moment Cape Town becomes a memory you keep for life.
Operated to commercial safety standards
Every Table Mountain abseil is run with experienced guides, a safety briefing and the operator’s safety equipment.
- Experienced guides familiar with Table Mountain
- Abseiling equipment and safety lines provided by the operator
- Harness, helmet and rope equipment included
- Full pre-trip briefing and on-the-edge coaching
- Suitable for absolute first-time adventurers
- Regular equipment inspections and audits
- Weather dependent — the operator may cancel or reschedule in unsuitable conditions
What to bring on the day
Comfortable clothing
Stretchy trousers or shorts — nothing baggy that can snag in the harness.
Closed shoes with grip
Hiking shoes or trainers — no sandals or flip flops.
Light jacket
Mountain weather changes fast and the summit is windier than the city.
Water bottle
Stay hydrated — there is limited water on the cliff edge.
Camera or GoPro
Mount a GoPro on your harness for incredible POV footage.
Sunglasses
Reduce glare off the rock and ocean below.
Sunscreen
African sun is strong — apply SPF 30+ before heading up.
Table Mountain, from the edge
Table Mountain abseiling questions answered
Conquer Table Mountain from the edge
Secure your Table Mountain abseil from R995 per person. Cable car ticket required separately. Hotel pickup, private guide and group bookings available on request.
Bucket-list adrenaline in South Africa's Mother City
Cape Town has earned a global reputation as Africa's adventure capital, and Table Mountain sits at the heart of that story. The mountain is a UNESCO World Heritage component, a New 7 Wonder of Nature, and the backdrop to almost every adventure activity in the city — from skydiving over Cape Town to shark cage diving in the Atlantic just beyond it.
For travellers chasing extreme activities in Cape Town, abseiling the cliffs of Table Mountain delivers the perfect mix of adrenaline and scenery. Unlike most extreme sports, the moment of fear is matched by an immediate, almost spiritual reward — the entire Cape Peninsula opening up beneath your feet.
Abseiling experiences in South Africa range from canyon descents in Mpumalanga to coastal cliff rappels along the Garden Route, but nothing matches the sheer setting of a Table Mountain abseil. It pairs naturally with other outdoor activities near Cape Town such as the Elgin zipline canopy tour or a full-day Cape Peninsula tour down to Cape Point.
International travellers from the UK, USA, Europe and right across South Africa consistently rate the Table Mountain abseil as one of their top bucket-list experiences in Cape Town — alongside whale watching in Hermanus, Big 5 safari from Cape Town, and our guided winelands tours.