Set off before sunrise
Begin in the cool pre-dawn light and follow the lower contour around Lion’s Head.
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Lion’s Head Loop Sunrise
Start your day circling one of Cape Town’s most iconic mountains.
±5.5–6 km±2.5 hoursEntry levelMax 10
The experience
Lion’s Head without the summit rush.
This relaxed scenic loop gives you the Lion’s Head landscape and famous Cape Town views without tackling the summit, chains or ladders.
We start about 45 minutes before sunrise and reach the area near the kramat in roughly 30 minutes, leaving time to settle in for sunrise with coffee or tea and an Outdoor Addicts trail treat.
After sunrise we continue the circular route as views shift between the city, Table Mountain and the Atlantic coastline.
The journey
What the experience feels like
Kramat sunrise stop
Reach the sunrise side in about 30 minutes and settle in for the changing morning light.
Coffee, tea & a trail treat
Take a proper break while enjoying the views rather than rushing through sunrise.
Circle the mountain
Continue around the lower slopes as the scenery shifts from city to mountain and Atlantic views.
Easy-going finish
Complete the loop back at the trailhead without the chains, ladders or summit scrambling.
A look at the adventure
Real places. Real experiences.
Included
- Qualified hiking guide
- Coffee or tea at the sunrise / sunset stop
- Outdoor Addicts trail treat
- Safety briefing & first-aid readiness
- Photos and videos captured by your guide
What to bring
- Comfortable hiking or trail shoes
- At least 1 L water
- Small backpack
- Warm layer / windbreaker
- Sun protection
- Personal medication
Weather & safety
This is the scenic lower loop and does not include the Lion’s Head summit, chains or ladders. The experience remains weather dependent and Outdoor Addicts may adjust, postpone or cancel if conditions are unsafe.
Book direct
Choose your date & join the adventure.
Exact meeting time varies by date so the main viewpoint stop aligns with sunrise or sunset. Return transport from Cape Town is optional.
SA Resident RatePer person
R350Standard RatePer person
R650Outdoor Addicts transport is limited to 6 guests and subject to availability. Final pickup arrangements are confirmed after booking.
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