The iconic Table Mountain Aerial Cableway has been whisking visitors to the top of Table Mountain in Cape Town for decades. It has been in operation since October 4, 1929, and has welcomed millions of visitors to experience the beauty of one of South Africa’s most famous natural landmarks. The Table Mountain Aerial Cableway is a must-visit attraction for anyone visiting Cape Town, offering breathtaking views of the city, the ocean, and the surrounding mountains from its rotating cable cars that climb to the summit of Table Mountain. The Cableway shuts down annually for maintenance, repairs and upgrades. The Cableway Annual Maintenance from 15 July 2024 until 1 September 2024, is a planned extended maintenance shutdown, for a period of 7 weeks.
The Table Mountain Aerial Cableway has been a beloved landmark in Cape Town for nearly a century, offering visitors an unforgettable experience and stunning views of the city and its surroundings. Whether you are a first-time visitor or a longtime fan of the cableway, now is the perfect time to experience the magic of Table Mountain.
Annual Cableway Maintenance
The Table Mountain Aerial Cableway has an annual maintenance shutdown. It is closed for a period of a few weeks every year during the low tourism season, for maintenance and upgrades to ensure the safety and efficiency of the operation. Visitors are advised to check the cableway’s schedule for any planned maintenance shutdowns before planning their visit.
Cableway Annual Maintenance 2024
In 2024, Cableway plans to extend its annual maintenance shutdown for a period of 7 weeks. From July 15, 2024, until September 1, 2024, Table Mountain Aerial Cableway will be closed for an extended yearly maintenance closure. If the weather permits, it will be re-opened on Monday, September 2, 2024. According to international norms, the prolonged closure is consistent with the maintenance programme. In addition to updating stores and the Upper and Lower Stations’ appearance and atmosphere, a lot of work will be done on the ropes and cable cars. With these adjustments, we can guarantee that when we re-open, visitors will have an even greater experience. Visitors must please plan their holidays and trips up Table Mountain accordingly.
Free Birthday Special Ticket for South Africans
During their birthday month, tourists from South Africa are entitled to a complimentary ticket for the Cableway. You can pick up your FREE birthday special ticket in September 2024 if your birthday comes between July 15, 2024, and September 1, 2024, which is the 2024 annual maintenance period. Remember to bring your valid driver’s licence, birth certificate (with your SA ID number included), or other proof that you celebrated your birthday during the seven-week shutdown if you wish to claim a free birthday ticket.
