Each day dozens of people spend hours walking, hiking and climbing on Table Mountain. I think because of its close proximity to the city, and the beautiful views, people tend to forget how vulnerable they are when out visiting Mother Nature.

Each year we hear of people getting lost on the mountain, having narrow escapes from tragedy, and some times regrettably not escaping unscathed.

If you're new to Cape Town, consider joining an experienced group when venturing out onto the mountain, and take care to follow these safety guidelines. And, just to be safe, keep the emergency telephone number handy on your cell phone: 086 110 6417.