Situated directly next to Cape Town, Table Mountain National Park is the most popular national park in South Africa. Known for its biodiversity and stunning views of the skyline, this park an outdoor recreation playground. The park is partially fragmented into separate sections spanning the entirety of the Cape Peninsula. Table Mountain National Park offers miles of trails, ranging from coastal walks, to strenuous summit hikes. Although not as much of a wildlife sanctuary as the national parks in the northern and eastern parts of South Africa, visitors to this park are sure to see marine animals, birds, and wildlife, depending on where in the park they visit. Due to its proximity to Cape Town, the park can get quite busy, so plan accordingly. One of the more sought after trips is the Table Mountain Aerial Cableway, which brings visitors to the top of the mountain. Pets are not allowed in the park. There is a fee to enter the park.