Table Mountain and the Cableway nominated for two global titles at the 2025 World Travel Awards

South Africa’s pride, Table Mountain and its much-loved Cableway, have once again been nominated in a global contest to select the best of the best in the tourism and hospitality sector. These nominations are a celebration for the entire nation, and your votes can help bring these prestigious titles home.

The nominees for the World categories of the World Travel Awards have been announced and voting closes in just a few days from now.

Table Mountain Aerial Cableway Company (TMACC) has been nominated in the World’s Leading Cable Car Ride category, while Table Mountain itself has been nominated as World’s Leading Tourist Attraction. These are the only South African nominees in the world categories this year.

These nominations highlight South Africa’s continued impact on global tourism and the role of Table Mountain as a symbol of national pride.

Now celebrating its 96th year of operations, the Cableway remains a cornerstone of South Africa’s tourism industry, having safely carried more than 32 million visitors to the top of one of the New7Wonders of Nature since opening on 4 October, 1929.

The attraction continues to play a pivotal role in positioning Cape Town and South Africa as leading global destinations, contributing significantly to the visitor economy while promoting sustainable tourism and local employment.

“Being recognised again at the World Travel Awards is an incredible honour. This competition is our industry’s version of the Oscars and is widely respected as a contest that recognises commitment to excellence,” says Wahida Parker, managing director of TMACC.

“These nominations reaffirm our commitment to being a responsible operator that prioritises safety, honours the mountain’s unique flora and fauna, and delivers world-class service to both local and international visitors. ”

TMACC’s trophy cabinet is already filled with accolades, including its recent win for the fourth consecutive year as Best Tourist Attraction in KFM’s Best of the Cape Awards, where over a million listeners across the Western Cape cast their votes for their favourites.

Parker encouraged South Africans to get behind the Cableway and Table Mountain by casting their WTA votes in the two respective categories.

“Every visitor, every team member, and every partner has played a role in this success. We’re calling on South Africans to help us bring these awards home.”

TMACC has a proud history at the World Travel Awards, having claimed the title of Africa’s Leading Tourist Attraction five times – in 2014, 2019, 2020, 2021, and 2022. These accolades underscore Table Mountain’s enduring appeal and its role as a global tourism icon.

In addition, TMACC has consistently earned nominations for World’s Leading Tourist Attraction and World’s Leading Cable Car Ride, reflecting its commitment to creating positive experiences and driving innovation on the international stage.

“These nominations reflect our journey, from the very first trip in October 1929 to the millions who continue to make memories atop Table Mountain. We have never won in the world categories before, and it would be incredibly special if we could make it happen this time around,” Parker adds.

Voting for the 2025 World Travel Awards is now open and closes on 26 October 2025. Supporters can cast their votes at [http://?]www.worldtravelawards.com/vote.

Members of the tourism and hospitality sector can also cast their votes, and they are given double the weighting to votes cast by members of the public.

“We’re proud to fly the South African flag high, and we hope to make our country proud once again,” says Parker.