If you are travelling to Cape Town, South Africa, a truly must-see destination is Table Mountain. I will take you through some of the essential considerations, including the weather, gear and hiking routes. Most articles online provide you with information on hiking up table mountain in Cape Town and taking the cable car down. We opted to make the journey in the opposite direction. Table mountain in Cape Town provides a fantastic mix of adventure and nature activities, and this is just one of the ways to appreciate this magnificent natural wonder.