Cable car on your list? Explore these destinations
What's the story
Africa is home to some of the most beautiful cable car rides, giving voyagers an opportunity to climb glorious mountains and experience the sweeping views. These excursions give a one-of-a-kind opportunity to witness the continent's beautiful diversity, from green forests to dry deserts. Whether you want to touch the skies or enjoy quiet scenes, Africa's cable cars guarantee memorable trips. Here are some details about these sky-high adventures waiting for you across the continent.
Cape Town views
Table Mountain Aerial Cableway
One of Africa's most iconic attractions, Cape Town's Table Mountain Aerial Cableway takes visitors to the flat-topped summit of Table Mountain, with stunning views of the city below and the Atlantic Ocean beyond. The rotating cable car ensures everyone gets the 360-degree view during ascent and descent. It's not just about reaching the top, it's about enjoying every moment of it.
Scenic ride
Hartbeespoort Aerial Cableway
Situated near Johannesburg, Hartbeespoort Aerial Cableway offers a stunning ride over the Magaliesberg Mountains. The cable car ride provides breathtaking views of Hartbeespoort Dam and its vicinity. Up there, you can enjoy walking trails, picnic spots, and restaurants with sweeping views. It's the perfect place for families and nature lovers seeking a day out in picturesque locales.
Majestic peaks
Drakensberg Mountains adventure
The Drakensberg Mountains offer yet another thrilling cable car adventure in South Africa. Though not as famous as the others, this region gives you a chance to discover rugged peaks and deep valleys from above. The cable ride here lets adventurers witness dramatic landscapes which are home to diverse flora and fauna.
Tanzania Heights
Mount Kilimanjaro experience
While Mount Kilimanjaro is popular for trekking expeditions, plans are in the works for a cable car system. This would make it possible for more people to access its heights, without the long hours of hiking experience which climbers need to have to reach the summit on foot alone. The development aims at making the mountain accessible to a wider audience, while preserving the natural beauty around it too.