Table Mountain
India Venster
The steepest, most direct line up Table Mountain. Short distance, serious elevation, some scrambling.
Distance
3km to summit
Duration
3–4 hours
Elevation gain
700m
Difficulty
Intermediate
About this hike
India Venster is the most direct route to the top of Table Mountain, and the steepest. It packs 700m of elevation gain into just 3km, with sections of scrambling using hands as well as feet.
It runs close to the cableway for part of the route, which is reassuring for some hikers and irrelevant to others, but it means help is never far if needed.
You can descend via the cableway (own cost, subject to operation) or hike back down with your guide, depending on conditions and preference on the day.
Route notes
- Steepest of the three routes, some hands-on scrambling
- Passes close to the cableway line for most of the ascent
- Good fitness and comfort with exposed rock recommended
R1 350 / person
Max 10 per group. Private and solo hikes on request.
Cancellation policy
- 24 hours or more before your hike: 90% refund
- Inside 24 hours of your hike: no refund
Elevation profile
Illustrated profile, not a surveyed map. 700m gain over 3km to summit
Hike by time of day
Sunrise
On the summit for first light. Departure time set to match sunrise on your date.
Sunset
Timed to catch the summit as the sun goes down.
Full moon
Available on and around full moon dates only.
Standard day hike
A regular daytime hike, departure flexible within the day.