Things to do in Cape Town
Hop on Hop Off Cape Town14 optionsHelicopter Cape Town9 optionsRobben Island Tour24 optionsWine Tasting Cape Town29 optionsTwo Oceans Aquarium Tours9 optionsCape Town Safari Tours17 optionsBoulders Beach Tours68 optionsBoat Ride Cape Town32 optionsCape Town Airport Transfer11 optionsQuad Biking in Cape Town9 optionsSunset Cruises5 optionsCape Town City Tour13 options
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3 Day Garden Route tour from Cape Town: Cango Caves & safariA three-day guided tour of South Africa's Garden Route departing from Cape Town, covering 1200 kilometres with stops at Cango Caves, a canoe paddle through Wilderness, Bloukrans Bridge and a 4x4 safari in search of the Big Five. The tour runs at a fast pace with four to six hours of driving daily, two nights' accommodation with breakfast, and an English-speaking guide included. Accommodation options range from backpacker dorms to luxury lodges, and optional activities—elephant observation and bungee jumping—can be added on the first day.Is it for me?Book the backpacker or comfort dorm option if you travel solo or want to meet other travelers and keep costs down; choose a private option with comfort accommodation if you prefer your own space and a dedicated guide for the full three days. The fast pace and packed itinerary suit travelers with moderate fitness who want to cover the Garden Route's highlights in limited time—if you prefer a slower exploration, a longer or private tour would serve you better.
Garden Route Safari & Bloukrans Bungy: 3-Day Cape Town TourYou’ll travel from Cape Town along South Africa’s Garden Route on a real safari adventure: spot giraffes and rhinos at Botlierskop, hike Tsitsikamma’s trails or watch friends leap from Bloukrans Bridge, kayak through Wilderness’ misty rivers, and finish with cheetah sightings near Albertinia. This tour is all about shared moments—expect muddy shoes, laughter over hostel breakfasts, and stories you’ll replay long after you’re home.
Cape Town: Two Oceans Helicopter Tour & ChampagneYou board a helicopter at V&A Waterfront and fly the full arc of Cape Town's coastline in one loop: Clifton, the Twelve Apostles, Chapman's Peak, False Bay, Muizenberg, and Table Mountain. A pilot provides live commentary on landmarks and geography. You land, receive champagne, and get transport back to the waterfront. The whole experience takes roughly an hour airborne, and you see the city's layout in a way ground-level travel can't match.Is it for me?Book this if you want to understand Cape Town's geography and see all the major landmarks — coastline, mountains, bays — in one flight without spending a full day traveling between spots on the ground. The fixed route and timing mean you're not arranging multiple activities; the helicopter does the connecting for you.
Sea Kayaking Cape Town: Table Mountain from the waterSea kayaking in Cape Town's Table Mountain Marine Nature Reserve is a 2-hour paddle along the Atlantic shoreline with a professional guide, all equipment and safety gear included. You launch from the V&A Waterfront, navigate protected waters with unobstructed views of Table Mountain and Lion's Head, and watch for Cape Fur seals, dolphins and sunfish. Children must be at least 8 years old and accompanied by an adult; groups stay under 14 people.Is it for me?Book the early morning departure if you want the calmest water and the fewest crowds on the Atlantic; the later slots work better if you're staying nearby and want to paddle after other activities. Groups stay under 14 people, so the paddle never feels crowded even at midday.
Cape Town: Helicopter Tour Camps Bay & Hout Bay with ChampagneYou depart from the V&A Waterfront helipad, fly over Table Mountain, the 12 Apostles, Camps Bay and Hout Bay with live commentary through your headset, land back at the same spot, and receive champagne and return transport to the shopping center. Arrive twenty minutes early to check in, and bring a camera—the angles from the air are the only ones you'll get.Is it for me?Right for travelers who want to see Cape Town's geography and coastline in one frame without spending a full day on the ground. The flight is short and sharp—you're in the air and back with champagne in hand, which is exactly what makes it a strong way to start a holiday.
Cape Town: Tandem Paragliding Flight & Table Mountain ViewsYou’ll launch from Signal Hill with a local guide, glide above Cape Town’s coastline with Table Mountain beside you, steer the paraglider for a moment if you want, and maybe get your heart racing with some aerial twists before landing gently back on solid ground.
Harley Davidson Motorcycle Ride Cape Town: Atlantic Ocean ViewYou’ll ride pillion on a classic Harley Davidson with a local driver along Cape Town’s dramatic coastline, stopping for coffee in small towns and feeling every shift in sea air. Expect laughter with your guide, helmet included, flexible tour lengths, and honest moments that stick with you long after you’re back in town.
Cape Town Airport Transfer: On-Time Pickup & ReturnYou get picked up by name at arrivals before your flight lands, travel in a cool, connected car with water included, and take the direct freeway route to your hotel. The return transfer works on your schedule, not your flight time. No surprises, no waiting around, no negotiation at the curb.Is it for me?Book this if you're landing in Cape Town with luggage and want the airport-to-hotel leg handled without thinking — the driver waiting before you land and the fixed route mean you skip the taxi rank and arrive on schedule.
Cape Town: Private Peninsula Day Tour & Penguins at Boulders BeachYou’ll ride along dramatic coastal roads with a local guide who shares real stories (and maybe some laughs), meet penguins up close at Boulders Beach, wander secret corners of Cape Point Nature Reserve with lunch overlooking two oceans, and stroll among ancient trees at Kirstenbosch Gardens. Expect honest conversation, salt air, and memories that linger longer than you’d think.
Cape Town Cape of Good Hope & Boulders Penguin tourThis half-day guided tour from Cape Town travels south along the Atlantic coast to Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve and Boulders Beach, where you walk a boardwalk among African penguins. The route includes Chapman's Peak Drive, Camps Bay, and stops in Simon's Town and Kalk Bay; a live English-speaking guide, air-conditioned vehicle, bottled water and Chapman's Peak toll fees are included, while entrance to the penguin colony and the nature reserve are optional add-ons you choose at booking.Is it for me?Most half-day Cape Town tours rush through the same stops on a fixed schedule. This one gives you a guide who knows the route and can adjust the pace — you linger at Camps Bay if the light is right, skip the funicular if the walk appeals more, or spend extra time at Boulders Beach with the penguins instead of moving on the minute the group is ready.
Urban Safari Cape Town: Street Art & Hidden AlleywaysYou walk through Cape Town's inner-city alleys, neighborhoods, and hidden corners with a knowledgeable local guide who shares stories about the city's past and present. The route includes stops near the District Six Museum, Castle of Good Hope, and the South African Museum, but focuses on street art, cultural moments, and photo spots most visitors miss. You're on foot for the duration, moving at a conversational pace, and the guide chooses the exact stops based on what's worth showing that day.Is it for me?This tour is for people who want to see Cape Town the way someone who lives there actually sees it — not the postcard version, but the alleys, the stories, and the neighborhoods that make the city real. You're trading the standard route for a guide who knows where to look.
Bo-Kaap walking tour Cape Town: Local guide, neighborhood historyA walking tour of Cape Town's Bo-Kaap neighborhood led by a local guide with family roots in the area. You meet at Wale Street for an introduction to the district's layered history—slavery, political exile, the arrival of Islam—and walk through the streets as a resident would show them, not as a postcard. Snacks are included; the tour runs one hour and suits ages 13 and up.Is it for me?The guide speaks English throughout, so you follow the commentary comfortably without translation. This tour suits anyone 13 or older who wants to understand Bo-Kaap's real history—not just its appearance—told by someone whose family lived it.
Cape Town Township Private Tour: Khayelitsha & LangaA private six-hour guided tour of Cape Town's townships—District Six Museum, Langa (the city's oldest township) and Khayelitsha (the fastest-growing)—with a live English-speaking guide, lunch and bottled water included. You start at the museum where forced removals began, then follow the route your guide's elders took when they were moved, visiting the Dom Pass Museum and local arts and crafts centre in Langa before moving through Khayelitsha. The tour is private, so the pace and stops adjust to your questions.Is it for me?The tour runs six hours and involves walking through neighborhoods on foot, so you need a comfortable pace and shoes that work on uneven ground. This is a private tour, which means your guide can slow down for questions or move faster if you prefer, and the route can adjust to what interests you most—but the length and the walking are fixed parts of how you actually see and understand these places.
Cape Town: Cape of Good Hope, Penguins & Seal Island Day TripYou’ll ride along Cape Town’s wild coastline with a local guide, take an optional ferry to see seals at Hout Bay, stand at windswept Cape Point lighthouse, and get close to African penguins at Boulders Beach. Expect laughter, salty air, and moments that linger long after you’re back at your hotel.
Cape Town Catamaran Cruise: Table Bay & Robben Island ViewsA 60-minute catamaran cruise departing from Cape Town's V&A Waterfront toward Clifton, with views of Table Bay, Robben Island, Cape Town Harbour and Table Mountain. The boat, A Beautiful Life, is a 53-foot catamaran built in 2021 that holds up to 60 passengers, with an open front deck and shaded rear seating. A live English-speaking guide is included, along with soft ambient music and the chance to spot marine life. Check in 20 minutes before departure.Is it for me?The fixed departure time and included guide mean you don't have to research what to look for or coordinate with others—you show up, board and spend an hour on the water with everything arranged. The boat's size keeps it intimate without feeling empty, and the mix of open and shaded space lets you choose your own comfort level once you're aboard.
Cape Town to Hermanus: Whale Watching, Wine & Farm Stall Day TripYou’ll ride along one of South Africa’s most beautiful coasts from Cape Town to Hermanus with a local guide, watch for Southern Right whales from cliffside paths or even by boat during season, sample wines in Hemel-en-Aarde Valley, and snack your way through Peregrine Farm Stall’s shelves of fresh-baked treats—all in one easygoing day.
Cape Town: Shark Cage Diving & Scuba at Seal IslandYou’ll feel your pulse racing as you slip into the shark cage near Cape Town’s Seal Island with an experienced local guide. Watch Bronze Whaler sharks glide by just inches away while scuba diving or snorkeling in small groups. Warm drinks and snacks help you shake off the chill afterwards — it’s an experience that lingers long after you’re back on shore.
Cape Peninsula: Private Day Tour with Penguins & Chapman's PeakYou’ll slip out of Cape Town before sunrise with a local guide who knows every shortcut along the Cape Peninsula. Watch wild penguins shuffle across hidden beaches, climb windswept trails at Cape Point, and cruise Chapman's Peak as late sunlight spills over the ocean. It’s a private day trip where every stop feels like someone let you in on a secret.
Cape Town: Table Mountain Kayak Tour & Dolphin SightingYou’ll paddle from Three Anchor Bay along Cape Town’s famous coastline with a local guide, passing lighthouses and old shipwrecks while looking for dolphins in Table Mountain’s shadow. Expect salty air, laughter as you learn to steer tandem kayaks, and moments where the city feels far away. Includes all gear — just bring yourself and maybe an extra sweater for after.
Cape Town: Helicopter Flight & Cape Point with Boat CruiseYou fly 50 minutes over Cape of Good Hope, Table Mountain, and the Twelve Apostles in a small helicopter with live commentary, then take a separate boat cruise. The flight includes views of False Bay, Boulder's Beach, and the southern tip of the peninsula, with a real chance of spotting dolphins or whales. You bring a valid passport, leave your bags in a locker, and book with at least one other person.Is it for me?Book this if you want the main Cape Peninsula landmarks—both capes, the mountain, the peaks—without spending half a day on the ground; the helicopter compresses what would take a full day drive into 50 minutes, and the boat cruise adds a different angle on the same coastline.
