Table Mountain

When we arrived at Table Mountain we were a little worried because there was a huge cloud over the mountain. Since the weather is pretty unpredictable in June, we considered taking the cable car up to the top since climbing to the top is dangerous when the rocks are slippery. Luckily, we chose to climb the mountain instead and we not only got to enjoy a beautiful hike, but we also made it to the top of the mountain before the people who arrived at the same time as us, but chose to wait in line for the cable car.

It was about a two hour hike to the top. We took the path right behind the cable car station which goes straight up for about 20 minutes, levels off into switchbacks for about an hour, and then a final 40 minute push straight up to the top.

I conquered Table Mountain!

If you look left of the small mountain, near the water, you can see the Green Point Stadium.

Another gorgeous view of Cape Town

All over the city, there were signs encouraging tourists to go online to vote for Table Mountain as one of the 7 Natural Wonders of the World. While I agree that it is a must see/must do climb and it is, by far, the largest table-like formation I have ever seen, wonder of the natural world? I think not.