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Cape Town Winelands: Franschhoek, Paarl & Stellenbosch Wine Tasting
Cape Town Winelands: Franschhoek, Paarl & Stellenbosch Wine Tasting★★★★★★★★★★ 4.92 (103)8hYou're picked up from your Cape Town hotel and driven through three wine regions — Paarl, Franschhoek and Stellenbosch — stopping at Fairview for cheese and wine, Plaisir de Merle for confectionery pairings in a historic barn, and Muratie for port and chocolate. Lunch in Franschhoek is on your own, giving you time to explore the culinary capital. The itinerary is flexible, so you can adjust stops or timing to suit what interests you most. Return to Cape Town in the early evening.Is it for me?This tour suits wine enthusiasts and food lovers who want to taste three estates in one day without arranging transport, bookings or timing themselves — the private format and flexible itinerary mean you move at your own pace and spend extra time wherever interests you most.Free cancellationMost bookedKids −52%fromUS$ 328View ›
Touw River Boat Cruise: Wilderness National Park Wildlife & Wetlands
Touw River Boat Cruise: Wilderness National Park Wildlife & Wetlands★★★★★★★★★★ 4.67 (101)1h 30mYou board at Tarentaal and spend ninety minutes on the water, moving downriver through wetlands toward the lagoon, then back upstream into forest. The boat is small and slow, which is why you see birds, primates and otters most people miss from a car. Life jackets and blankets are provided; the park permit costs extra and is bought on arrival.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see birds and wildlife in Wilderness National Park without arranging your own boat or navigating the river yourself — the slow pace and small group size are what make sightings possible in the first place.Free cancellationTravelers' pickKids −37%fromUS$ 20View ›
Cape Town: Tandem Paragliding Flight Table Mountain & Ocean View
Cape Town: Tandem Paragliding Flight Table Mountain & Ocean View★★★★★★★★★★ 4.78 (99)50mYou’ll take off from Signal Hill or Lion’s Head with an experienced local guide and soar tandem over Cape Town’s city bowl all the way to Sea Point beach. Feel the wind and sun as you glide past Table Mountain and spot Robben Island in the distance. Includes return transport to takeoff point — plus that wild rush you’ll remember long after landing.Free cancellationTravelers' pickfromUS$ 110View ›
Sunset Cruise Cape Town: Prosecco on Table Bay
Sunset Cruise Cape Town: Prosecco on Table Bay★★★★★★★★★★ 4.48 (99)1h 30mA sunset cruise on a luxury catamaran departing from V&A Waterfront into Table Bay, with a live English-speaking guide, two glasses of complimentary Prosecco per guest, and a leisurely 90-minute route designed to catch marine life and the city lights as they come on. The boat cruises at an easy pace so you can watch for whales and dolphins while the sun sets.Is it for me?Book this if you want to join other guests on a scheduled departure from the V&A Waterfront—the skipper sets the route and pace while you watch for whales and dolphins from the deck with Prosecco in hand.Free cancellationTravelers' pickLikely to sell outfromUS$ 59View ›
Cape Town Private Chauffeur: Custom 8-Hour Transfer Service
Cape Town Private Chauffeur: Custom 8-Hour Transfer Service★★★★★★★★★★ 4.84 (99)1dYou get a dedicated driver and vehicle for up to nine hours, hotel pickup included, and the freedom to customize your entire route within the Western Cape. The price covers fuel and water, so there are no surprise charges at the end of the day. Ideal if you want to move around Cape Town without driving yourself or haggling over fares.Is it for me?Book this if you want to move around Cape Town without driving yourself or negotiating with individual taxi drivers — the fixed daily price and dedicated driver mean you can focus on where you're going instead of how to get there.Free cancellationfrom · per groupUS$ 330View ›
Cape Town: 5-Day Garden Route & Addo Safari with Cango Caves
Cape Town: 5-Day Garden Route & Addo Safari with Cango Caves★★★★★★★★★★ 4.90 (99)5dYou travel by air-conditioned vehicle through five days of South Africa's most varied landscape — from semi-desert caves and coastal forests to elephant herds and whale-watching cliffs. Your accommodation, park entries, game drives, and most meals are included, and the route loops back to Cape Town without backtracking. The fixed itinerary means you don't have to book each piece separately or worry about timing; you show up at the Cape Town departure point and the rest is arranged.Is it for me?This tour suits travelers who want the Garden Route and a safari experience without arranging transport, park tickets, and timing across five separate days — the fixed itinerary and all-inclusive pricing remove the logistics, leaving you to show up and move through the landscape.Free cancellationfromUS$ 1,126View ›
Cape Town: Stellenbosch & Franschhoek Wine Tour Private
Cape Town: Stellenbosch & Franschhoek Wine Tour Private★★★★★★★★★★ 4.98 (97)8hYou get picked up from your hotel at 9:30am and spend the day tasting at least 15 wines across Stellenbosch, Paarl and Franschhoek estates, with the route tailored to your preferences. Lunch is included, either on a vineyard or paired with a tasting. The guide handles all the driving and timing, and you're back by early evening. No other tourists share the vehicle—it's just your group.Is it for me?Right for small groups or couples who want to taste serious wines without arranging transport or deciding which estates to visit—the guide tailors the route to your palate. Plan for a full day out from 9:30am to early evening; that's what fits three towns and 15+ tastings without feeling hurried.Free cancellationfromUS$ 145View ›
Cape Town Woodstock: Street Art Walking Tour & Local Stories
Cape Town Woodstock: Street Art Walking Tour & Local Stories★★★★★★★★★★ 4.61 (95)1h 30mYou’ll walk Woodstock with a local guide who knows every mural and story behind them. Feel the textures of painted walls under your fingers, meet artists at work, and see how Cape Town’s street art scene changes the mood of an entire neighborhood. This isn’t just sightseeing — it’s stepping into someone else’s daily world for an hour or so.Free cancellationKids −63%fromUS$ 35View ›
Cape Town: Cape Point & Boulders Beach Day Trip by Coach
Cape Town: Cape Point & Boulders Beach Day Trip by Coach★★★★★★★★★★ 4.73 (93)8hYou’ll feel salt on your lips at Cape Point, hear penguins chatter on Boulders Beach, and maybe spot an ostrich or two along the drive. With a local guide leading you through wild coastlines and short hikes, this day trip from Cape Town gives you space to wander — and moments that stay with you long after.Free cancellationfromUS$ 31View ›
One-hour sailing catamaran cruise Cape Town: Table Mountain views
One-hour sailing catamaran cruise Cape Town: Table Mountain views★★★★★★★★★★ 4.61 (92)1hA one-hour sailing cruise from Cape Town's V&A Waterfront aboard a luxury catamaran, with a live English-speaking guide. The route depends on wind direction: south-easter winds take you toward Milnerton Lighthouse, while north-westerly conditions head toward Robben Island's coastline. Chilled refreshments are served throughout; lunch is available as an add-on.Is it for me?Join other travelers on a shared catamaran where the skipper adjusts the route based on wind conditions—book this if you want to sail Table Bay without deciding the course yourself, or choose a private charter if you need to control the itinerary or spend more time on the water.Free cancellationInfants freefromUS$ 26View ›
Knysna: Whale Watching Boat Tour & Close Encounters
Knysna: Whale Watching Boat Tour & Close Encounters★★★★★★★★★★ 4.62 (92)2hYou’ll board a boat in Knysna harbor with a local guide who knows every wave and current by heart. Expect close encounters with migrating whales (and sometimes whole pods of dolphins), plus those little moments you can’t plan for — like laughter over mispronounced words or sudden quiet when a humpback surfaces right beside you.Free cancellationTravelers' pickKids −21%fromUS$ 115View ›
Cape Peninsula Private Tour: Chapman's Peak Drive & Cape Point
Cape Peninsula Private Tour: Chapman's Peak Drive & Cape Point★★★★★★★★★★ 4.98 (90)8hA private guided tour of Cape Peninsula covers Chapman's Peak Drive, Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve and Boulders Beach in eight hours, with an English-speaking guide, air-conditioned transport and hotel pickup included. The route traces the peninsula's coastline and interior, stopping at landmarks tied to South African history and the African penguin colony that lives on the beach. Lunch is not included; bring money or arrange it separately.Is it for me?A private tour means your group moves at its own pace without waiting for others or stopping for a shared vehicle's schedule. Choose this if you want the guide's full attention on the history and wildlife, or if traveling with young children or elderly family members who need flexibility at each stop.Free cancellationfrom · per groupUS$ 379View ›
Cape Town: Table Mountain, Cape Point & Penguins Day Trip
Cape Town: Table Mountain, Cape Point & Penguins Day Trip★★★★★★★★★★ 4.92 (90)10hYou’ll ride the Table Mountain cable car for sweeping views over Cape Town, watch penguins shuffle across Boulders Beach sand, and feel sea spray along Chapman’s Peak Drive. With a local guide sharing stories (and jokes), hotel pickup included, and time to explore colorful neighborhoods or just breathe salty air—you’ll leave with more than photos.Free cancellationfromUS$ 70View ›
Walker Bay: Fatbike Dune Ride & Ocean Views Adventure
Walker Bay: Fatbike Dune Ride & Ocean Views Adventure★★★★★★★★★★ 4.98 (89)2h 30mYou’ll roll down Walker Bay’s wild dunes on a fatbike with a local guide, breathing in sea air and maybe catching sight of whales below. Expect sandy shoes, laughter on steep drops, stories about local plants, plus all gear included—and moments that stick with you long after.Free cancellationfromUS$ 88View ›
Cape Town to Port Elizabeth: Hop-On Hop-Off Bus & Self-Paced Route
Cape Town to Port Elizabeth: Hop-On Hop-Off Bus & Self-Paced Route★★★★★★★★★★ 4.88 (89)1d–365dYou board in Cape Town and decide your own route to Port Elizabeth, stopping in towns like Hermanus, Knysna, Oudtshoorn and Plettenberg Bay for as long as you want — there's no time limit on your ticket. The bus runs daily, accommodation pickup is included, and you can change your itinerary up to 12 hours before departure. A trailer lets you bring bikes or surfboards along, and the driver handles the navigation while you handle the pace.Is it for me?Best for travelers with flexible schedules who want to explore the Garden Route at their own pace without being locked into a fixed itinerary — the no-time-limit ticket is what makes lingering in towns actually possible instead of rushing through them.Free cancellationInfants freefromUS$ 199View ›
Cape Town: Lion's Head Hike Sunrise or Sunset Small Group
Cape Town: Lion's Head Hike Sunrise or Sunset Small Group★★★★★★★★★★ 4.97 (88)4hYou’ll feel Cape Town come alive beneath your feet as you hike Lion’s Head at sunrise or sunset with a small group and local guide. Expect laughs on the ladders, quiet moments at the summit, and hot coffee or tea when you need it most. It’s not easy—but you’ll remember those views long after your legs stop aching.Free cancellationfromUS$ 62View ›
Cape Town Canal Cruise: Hop-On Hop-Off V&A Waterfront
Cape Town Canal Cruise: Hop-On Hop-Off V&A Waterfront★★★★★★★★★★ 4.21 (86)30mYou board at Battery Park and ride the historic canal toward the V&A Waterfront, hopping off at any of five stops or staying on for the full route. A multilingual guide explains the waterway's history through headsets, and the pace is slow enough to actually see the city. Wheelchair accessible, affordable, and designed as much for commuters as for sightseers—pick it up if you want to move through Cape Town by water without a fixed itinerary holding you in place.Is it for me?A good choice if you're moving between the city center and the waterfront and want to see the canal's history without booking a separate tour or waiting for public transport—the stops let you hop off whenever something catches your eye, and the headsets mean you're not missing the story while you're looking around.Free cancellationKids −24%fromUS$ 5.99View ›
Gansbaai: Marine Big 5 Safari & Penguin Sanctuary with Pickup
Gansbaai: Marine Big 5 Safari & Penguin Sanctuary with Pickup★★★★★★★★★★ 4.72 (86)5hYou’ll feel that salty wind on your face as you set out from Gansbaai toward Dyer Island with a small group and expert crew. Watch for whales, dolphins, sharks, and Cape fur seals—sometimes all within minutes—before warming up with soup and bread back on land. A visit to the African Penguin Sanctuary brings you close to real conservation work. It’s not polished or predictable—and that’s what makes it stick.Free cancellationTravelers' pickKids −19%fromUS$ 201View ›
Harbour Cruise Cape Town: 30-Minute Seal & Ship Views
Harbour Cruise Cape Town: 30-Minute Seal & Ship Views★★★★★★★★★★ 4.53 (85)30mYou’ll board from Cape Town’s V&A Waterfront for a half-hour cruise through the busy harbour—passing working ships, seeing seals up close and catching city views from the water. With a local guide sharing stories and plenty of small surprises along the way, it’s a short but vivid slice of Cape Town life you’ll remember.Free cancellationTravelers' pickBest valuefromUS$ 5.05View ›
Stellenbosch: Guided Bike Tour, Wine Tastings & Cellar Visit
Stellenbosch: Guided Bike Tour, Wine Tastings & Cellar Visit★★★★★★★★★★ 4.94 (85)4h–5hYou’ll cycle through Stellenbosch’s historic streets and leafy university campus with a local guide, taste award-winning wines in Jonkershoek valley, and take a private cellar tour with chocolate pairing—all while soaking up small moments that make this region feel alive.Free cancellationTravelers' pickKids −17%fromUS$ 91View ›
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