Hikers with big hearts, the 16th Cableway Charity Challenge is just around the bend! Here’s all you need to know about the biggest event on Table Mountain’s calendar:
Cape Town, South Africa (28 January 2025) — The 16th Cableway Charity Challenge is officially around the corner, and hikers with big hearts can start throwing their hats in the ring!
Now in its 16th run, the Cableway Charity Challenge has become the biggest event on Table Mountain’s calendar; it has been responsible for raising R16 million for worthy causes since it began.
Last year, the Cablewat Charity Challenge surpassed its R1 million mark in funds raised, a massive testament to what can happen when enough people put their endurance to the test for the empowerment of others.
Some run, others jog and a few might even crawl. But no matter how one gets up the mountain (or how many times), everyone comes down feeling a sense of accomplishment that positively impacts those who most need it.
Details for the 2025 Cableway Charity Challenge
Who can enter?
Anyone up to the challenge! Those wanting to participate will need to act fast, as there are a limited number of spots available.
Which Table Mountain Trail is Tackled?
Participants will trek up Platteklip Gorge for as many laps as they can physically do! You will be transported down the mountain via the cable cars for free.
When is Challenge Day?
The 16th Cableway Charity Challenge Day is on Saturday, 10 May 2025.
Where Does the Charity Part Come in?
Participants opting for a single entry are challenged to raise a minimum of R3000. Corporate challengers and school teams have different requirements that you can find out more about via the Cableway Charity Challenge’s website. People sponsor those participating to rally behind them, and soon, the support helps move mountains for charities!
Which Organisations Benefit?
The nominated beneficiaries for 2025 are:
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- Funda Kunye, a small NPO in Hout Bay that supports Early Childhood Development
- Ubuntu Football, a no-fees academy (and the only one of its kind in Southern Africa) that provides globally recognised training for football through holistic development and education
- 10% of proceeds also go to volunteer organisation Wilderness Search and Rescue (WSAR) and, for the first time in 2025, Volunteer Wildfire Services.
Registrations opened today, and you can secure your spot on the mountain here.
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