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Fat Ladies Cave loop from Security Hut

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Fat Ladies Cave loop from Security Hut

Moderate

4.6

(5)

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Fat Ladies Cave loop from Security Hut

02:11

6.84km

260m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: February 4, 2026

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Table Mountain National Park

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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1.91 km

Fat Ladies Cave

Highlight • Cave

An excellent sheltered spot for a snack and a drink. I take no responsibility for the name

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King Protea (Protea Cynaroides) in Table Mountain National Park

Highlight • Natural Monument

From February to May these majestic Proteas are in flower.

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View of Fynbos and False Bay from Table Mountain National Park

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An esy descet from Steenberg peak great view over the Fynbos and false bay with the Overberg in the distance

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King Protea in Table Mountain National Park

Highlight • Natural Monument

Protea cynaroides or King Protea is a member of the Proteacea. It is the National flower of South Africa

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6.58 km

Waterfall in Table Mountain National Park

Highlight • Waterfall

The waterfall is easily accessible 1.5 km from the main car park It is quite spectacular in the winter after rain

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6.84 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.52 km

3.28 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

3.52 km

3.32 km

Elevation

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Highest point (520 m)

Lowest point (260 m)

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Wednesday 15 April

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Fat Ladies Cave loop from Security Hut

Fat Ladies Cave

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