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The 2025 Guide to a Half-Day Lion’s Head Hike in Cape Town

The 2025 Guide to a Half-Day Lion’s Head Hike in Cape Town So, there’s a certain feeling you get in Cape Town, right before dawn. It’s almost a quiet hum that settles over the city bowl while most people are still asleep. As a matter of fact, it’s in this peaceful moment that you might find yourself looking up at the distinct shape of Lion’s Head, a shadow against a sky that is just beginning to blush with color. A half-day hike up this iconic peak is, honestly, more than just a walk; it’s a morning ritual for some, and …

My 2025 Hike Up Table Mountain: An Honest Look at the India Venster Trail

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My 2025 Hike Up Table Mountain: An Honest Look at the India Venster Trail So, you’re thinking about tackling Table Mountain, right? You’ve likely heard people talk about Platteklip Gorge, which is, honestly, like a long, hard walk up nature’s staircase. But then there’s this other name that gets whispered around, you know, with a little more excitement: India Venster. Well, I went and did it just the other week, so I could give you the real story for your 2025 plans. To be honest, it’s a whole different kind of experience. This isn’t just a hike; it’s more or …