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Lion's Head

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"I hiked Lion’s Head as well — it’s a popular, rewarding climb near Cape Town that’s often done alongside Table Mountain for panoramic views of the city and coastline." - Matthew Kepnes

https://www.nomadicmatt.com/travel-blogs/things-to-do-south-africa/

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Rewarding hike with changing panoramic views of Cape Town

incredible views

challenging hike

hiking trail

ladders and chains

sunrise hike

sunset hike

scenic view

table mountain view

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Signal Hill, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa Get directions

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Rewarding hike with changing panoramic views of Cape Town

incredible views

challenging hike

hiking trail

ladders and chains

sunrise hike

sunset hike

scenic view

table mountain view

Featured in Conde Nast Traveler

Featured in Afar

Signal Hill, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa Get directions

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