CAPE TOWN - A man has been charged with arson in connection with the fire near Platteklip Gorge at the Table Mountain National Park.
He is expected to appear in court on Tuesday.
The blaze has largely been contained.
Around nine hectares of land was burnt before containment.
Injuries and damage to property have been reported.
Firefighters will be on the fire line for at least another 24 hours.
Aerial support is also on standby.
The Aerial Cable Way is open, but the Platteklip Hiking Trail remains closed.