Plan Ahead: Table Mountain Cableway closing for annual maintenance
All facilities, including both stations, restrooms, restaurants, and shops, will be off-limits during this period. Hikers can still explore the mountain, but will need to plan for a full return hike, as the cable cars will not be operating.
If you're celebrating your birthday, don't forget: South African citizens ride for free on their birthday (bring your ID and visit during your birth month).
Now's also the time to take advantage of local specials before the shutdown kicks in.
The Local is Lekker promotion offers discounted rates for South African residents: R250 per adult and R100 per child (SA ID required). It's valid until 27 July 2025, and tickets must be bought online via Webtickets. Standard prices are R490 return for adults and R245 return for kids aged 4–17, while under-4s ride free. There are also discounted fares available for South African pensioners (R130 return) and students (R280 return).
Tickets can be purchased online or at the Lower Cableway Station. For queue-jumpers, Fast Track tickets (R1100 return) are also available.
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