Summer is officially here! It is that time of year where Cape Town is buzzing with local and international visitors. And with Table Mountain obtaining the title of becoming a wonder of nature, many are determined to meander up this iconic piece of rock. Table Mountain enjoys approximately 800 000 visitors per year, with a few unfortunate incidents happening every year. AWOL Tours cares about the safety of those hiking Table Mountain and have a few safety tips to share before you embark on a Table Mountain hike:
• Check the weather forecast at: 082 231 1640, the Cape Town Weather Office will give you a 3 & 5 day forecast for the Cape Town area and beyond.
Summer is officially here! It is that time of year where Cape Town is buzzing with local and international visitors. And with Table Mountain obtaining the title of becoming a wonder of nature, many are determined to meander up this iconic piece of rock. Table Mountain enjoys approximately 800 000 visitors per year, with a few unfortunate incidents happening every year. AWOL Tours cares about the safety of those hiking Table Mountain and have a few safety tips to share before you embark on a Table Mountain hike:
• Check the weather forecast at: 082 231 1640, the Cape Town Weather Office will give you a 3 & 5 day forecast for the Cape Town area and beyond.
Summer is officially here! It is that time of year where Cape Town is buzzing with local and international visitors. And with Table Mountain obtaining the title of becoming a wonder of nature, many are determined to meander up this iconic piece of rock. Table Mountain enjoys approximately 800 000 visitors per year, with a few unfortunate incidents happening every year. AWOL Tours cares about the safety of those hiking Table Mountain and have a few safety tips to share before you embark on a Table Mountain hike:
• Check the weather forecast at: 082 231 1640, the Cape Town Weather Office will give you a 3 & 5 day forecast for the Cape Town area and beyond.
• Do not plan to hike in thick cloud cover and if a cold front is approaching. Watch the Lion’s
• Monitor weather conditions. Do not push on in bad weather. Find shelter from the wind and rain and guard against hypothermia.
• Weather on the mountain can change rapidly, so please take along wind- and waterproof clothing.
• Do not hike alone. An ideal party size is four hikers. Keep together.
• Drink plenty of fluids to avoid dehydration.
• Choose an experienced leader for your group who knows the local area.
• Always carry a cell phone and know the emergency rescue numbers.
• Crime is a reality on Table Mountain. Avoid hiking between Devil`s Peak and Newlands Forest. They are known as the mugging “hotspots”.
• Never hike before sunrise or at sunset. It is the prime mugging operating hours. AWOL Tours through various stakeholders monitor crime watch on Table Mountain.
• Always carry a cell phone and know the emergency rescue numbers.
Mountain Rescue Service: 10177 or 1022
SAPS Table Mountain Patrol: 0824112401
National Tourism Information and Safety Line: 0831232345
AWOL Tours has experienced, accredited mountain guides available to take anyone on an AWOL Table Mountain hiking experience. Please visit www.awoltours.co.za for more information.
• Check the weather forecast at: 082 231 1640, the Cape Town Weather Office will give you a 3 & 5 day forecast for the Cape Town area and beyond.
• Do not plan to hike in thick cloud cover and if a cold front is approaching. Watch the Lion’s
• Monitor weather conditions. Do not push on in bad weather. Find shelter from the wind and rain and guard against hypothermia.
• Weather on the mountain can change rapidly, so please take along wind- and waterproof clothing.
• Do not hike alone. An ideal party size is four hikers. Keep together.
• Drink plenty of fluids to avoid dehydration.
• Choose an experienced leader for your group who knows the local area.
• Always carry a cell phone and know the emergency rescue numbers.
• Crime is a reality on Table Mountain. Avoid hiking between Devil`s Peak and Newlands Forest. They are known as the mugging “hotspots”.
• Never hike before sunrise or at sunset. It is the prime mugging operating hours. AWOL Tours through various stakeholders monitor crime watch on Table Mountain.
• Always carry a cell phone and know the emergency rescue numbers.
Mountain Rescue Service: 10177 or 1022
SAPS Table Mountain Patrol: 0824112401
National Tourism Information and Safety Line: 0831232345
AWOL Tours has experienced, accredited mountain guides available to take anyone on an AWOL Table Mountain hiking experience. Please visit www.awoltours.co.za for more information.
• Check the weather forecast at: 082 231 1640, the Cape Town Weather Office will give you a 3 & 5 day forecast for the Cape Town area and beyond.
• Do not plan to hike in thick cloud cover and if a cold front is approaching. Watch the Lion’s
• Monitor weather conditions. Do not push on in bad weather. Find shelter from the wind and rain and guard against hypothermia.
• Weather on the mountain can change rapidly, so please take along wind- and waterproof clothing.
• Do not hike alone. An ideal party size is four hikers. Keep together.
• Drink plenty of fluids to avoid dehydration.
• Choose an experienced leader for your group who knows the local area.
• Always carry a cell phone and know the emergency rescue numbers.
• Crime is a reality on Table Mountain. Avoid hiking between Devil`s Peak and Newlands Forest. They are known as the mugging “hotspots”.
• Never hike before sunrise or at sunset. It is the prime mugging operating hours. AWOL Tours through various stakeholders monitor crime watch on Table Mountain.
• Always carry a cell phone and know the emergency rescue numbers.
Mountain Rescue Service: 10177 or 1022
SAPS Table Mountain Patrol: 0824112401
National Tourism Information and Safety Line: 0831232345
AWOL Tours has experienced, accredited mountain guides available to take anyone on an AWOL Table Mountain hiking experience. Please visit www.awoltours.co.za for more information.
We're on WhatsApp!
Leave A Comment