A Scramble For The More Adventurous Hiker
Image: Views from India Venster route
Hike duration: Approx. 3.5 hours
Skill level: Intermediate – Advanced
Price: From R1100pp
(min 2 pax, excludes cable car ticket)
For the more adventurous hiker, India Venster is a great option up the front face of the mountain. We start at the Lower Cable Station, heading more or less straight up the north face under the Cable Car. This hike includes a fair amount of scrambling (using hands) and requires a good head for heights and sense of adventure. This trail has spectacular city and Twelve Apostles views to match the adventure of climbing it. India Venster is for more experienced hikers. We take the Cable Car down, weather permitting.
All hikes that require descent by Cable Car are dependent on the wind. If the wind is too strong, the Cable Car will be closed, and we will hike down Platteklip Gorge. This adds about 2 hours and is an extra R300pp.