The flat top of Table Mountain is often covered by clouds, formed when a south-easterly wind is directed up the mountain’s slopes into colder air. Here, the moisture condenses to form the cloud affectionately known as the ‘table cloth’.
Legend has it that this cloud is the result of a smoking contest where a local pirate named van Hunks challenged the Devil himself to a pipe smoking competition. The ensuing smoke covered the mountain, forming the table cloth.
Today, the cable way…
Table Mountain - Cycle Tours
The flat top of Table Mountain is often covered by clouds, formed when a south-easterly wind is directed up the mountain’s slopes into colder air. Here, the moisture condenses to form the cloud affectionately known as the ‘table cloth’.
Legend has it that this cloud is the result of a smoking contest where a local pirate named van Hunks challenged the Devil himself to a pipe smoking competition. The ensuing smoke covered the mountain, forming the table cloth.
Today, the cable way does not operate when the southeasterly winds batter the mountain, but that does not mean that you cannot have fun at Cape Town’s number one adventure destination.
Join a cycle tour on the excellent cycle paths on the lower contour paths of the mountain.
Table Mountain lies in the centre of Cape Town so you will not need to ask for directions when you start your journey! Simply cycle up Kloofnek Road and follow the signs to the Table Mountain Cableway. If you didn’t bring your own wheels to Cape Town, our operators offer mountain bike rentals as well as good advice for the best routes.