7 safety tips to make the most out of your time on Table Mountain
Exploring Table Mountain in Cape Town is a must for anyone visiting the city; even for those from the city. The upcoming long weekends present the opportunity to do so, however, it's important to stay safe while exploring the New7Wonder of Nature.
Wahida Parker, the managing director of the Table Mountain Aerial Cableway Company (TMACC), says that with more people wanting to explore the mountain, it is important that everyone takes all the necessary precautions to ensure that they put their safety first.
No matter how experienced a person may be, unexpected things can and do happen in a rugged terrain. The more prepared you are when exploring Table Mountain and other nature reserves the more likely you are going to have a good experience,” Parker adds.Some of the trails, such as the India Venster and Nursery Ravine, can be very technical, which are often only recommended for experienced outdoor enthusiasts and hikers. Some of the other hiking trails which require some level of preparedness are Platteklip Gorge, Skeleton Gorge and the Kasteelspoort. With several dangerous cliffs and ravines, a misplaced foot can easily lead to an injury. So, it is always best to plan where you go and who you do it with.