Activity Description

One of the table mountain classics, this popular route weaves in and around India ravine and venster buttress, with the cables of the cablecar almost always present above. The route allows for spectacular views of each side of the mountain with sections that will get your blood pumping.

​Let us guide you safely through the scrambles and show you the lifestyle of a Capetonian on the mountain.

Quick route description
India venster is classified as a (b grade) scramble, nothing too hard for anyone to handle with a good head for heights. starting at the lower cable station we’ll use a pathway following up under the cables to the contour path. after a short piece on the contour path, we’ll head up a series of low rock steps to a platform. next, the route follows up the gully running right to venster buttress. here we have the perfect photo opportunity of the actual venster(window) looking over India ravine. shortly after the window we’ll reach the easy scramble sections which our well-trained guides can coach you through if extra encouragement is needed. we will end the route by following around from fountain ledge to the back of table mountain from where we will reach the top.

Difficulty: Moderate
India Venster Hike Duration: 3.5 – 4 hours
Hike Distance: About 3 km / 1.9 miles
Elevation Gain: 700 meters / 2300 feet

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