Top Cape Town Classes & Workshops

Indulge in a tantalizing tasting experience led by knowledgeable staff, as you explore how chocolate is made, and 6 variants of chocolate that showcase the unique flavors and origins of African cocoa. From velvety dark chocolate to creamy white chocolate, each bite is a moment of pure bliss.

Explore Cape Town at your own pace with a 1- or 2-day hop-on hop-off bus pass. Journey around three different bus routes, stopping at attractions such as Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens, Table Mountain, and the Cape Winelands, and spend as long as you wish at each. Both options include a free walking tour through Downtown and Bo Kaap.

In this hands-on demonstration, we'll teach you the basics of making your own biltong sticks - how to select your meat, cut, marinade, season, cure, and store it. We offer vegans a surprisingly good alternative and bet you'll become addicted, too! Find out how an English 'Soutie' like me married an Afrikaans 'Boeremeisie' and how we combine our distinct and different cultures. Learn about the origin of the Afrikaans language (the only European language born in Africa!) We'll teach you a few expressions over a strong 'moerkoffie' served in a tin mug along with a piece of Soutie's homemade Karringmelkbeskuit. We create a fun, relaxed atmosphere with Boeremusiek (folk music) and some catchy Afrikaans songs to showcase our rainbow nation's authentic, warmhearted hospitality. Be prepared for tall tales, snippets of history, and a few classic Afrikaans sayings to spice up your conversations during this unique cultural experience.

Join us in a cooking experience to learn how to cook a traditional African cuisine meal from start to finish. Enjoy your meal privately with family, friends, work colleagues and travelers from all over the world in a peaceful environment and experience African hospitality at its best. Be prepared to get your hands dirty as we show you step by step how to cook one of the best authentic African cuisine meals.

Discover the best sights of Cape Town from the sky by going for a ride on the Cape Wheel. You won’t waste a moment waiting in long visitor lines as a skip-the-line admission ticket is provided. Once you get in your cabin, it’s comfortable, air-conditioned, safe, and fully enclosed, so you won’t have to worry if you’re traveling with children. Access incredible views of Table Mountain, Robben Islands, and Cape Town city highlights that you wouldn’t see otherwise.

If you’re curious about learning how to surf, but you don’t want the potential embarrassment of learning in a large group, then this private experience is the one for you. Led by a qualified surf coach, enjoy a lesson that goes at your preferred pace, with surfboard and wetsuit rental included to ensure the ultimate stress-free experience.

The Bo-Kaap region of Cape Town (also called the Malay Quarter) is known for its impressive multi-colored buildings, spice shops, and delicious Cape Malay food. Learn more about the origins of this neighborhood by going on a guided tour with a guide who is a descendant of the slaves brought to the area by early Dutch settlers. Find out personal stories about the area that you wouldn’t discover otherwise, and ask questions along the way.

Lion’s Head offers glorious 360-degree views across Cape Town, particularly at sunrise and sunset, with steep terrain requiring a guide and headlamp for safe descent. This intimate small-group tour is limited to 6 people and includes hotel pickup and your choice of 2-way transfers, drop-off only, or no transfers at all. Coffee and/or tea are provided on the sunrise hike.

This tour is the perfect way to explore the beauty of the Cape Peninsula as well as local wildlife. Travel around in a small-group tour—an intimate alternative to crowded bus tours. Along the way, see the colorful buildings of Bo-Kaap, and admire the natural beauty of the Cape of Good Hope. The tour also visits the pretty town of Hout Bay, as well as the African Penguin colony at Boulders Beach (entrance fees extra).

Support a local artist and create a special souvenir to take home with you by taking part in this African art workshop in Cape Town. You can travel light, as all the art equipment you need is provided. During the session, hear the artist’s personal story, watch demonstrations, and then get expert tips on how to create your own artistic masterpiece.

A welcome drink and a snack will be served at the dining table when you arrive in our home, along with an introduction to what's on the menu. You will be given an apron, a printed recipe and a slipper to put on. The hands-on cooking class will be held in the home kitchen. You will pick few herbs from the backyard while your host will explain the exotic ingredients from her garden. Your host will explain all the ingredients involved, the story behind the dish, and, of course, provide clear step-by-step instructions. Your hands-on cooking class will last about two hours, and then you will sit down in the dining room to enjoy the meals you and your host have prepared together.

Discover the wild scenery, unique culture, and rugged coastline of the Cape Peninsula during this full-day sightseeing tour. Drive along the roads of this incredible peninsula, stopping to explore pristine beaches, charming coastal towns, and local wildlife. Observe a community of penguins on Boulders Beach, visit two oceans, and journey to the edge of the African continent at the Cape of Good Hope.

Shweshwe is a South African fabric that is steeped in a rich history. It is also made from 100% cotton, which makes jewellery we’ll be crafting hypoallergenic. The story behind our brand is also a bittersweet one that celebrates the designer’s mom. There will also be some local tunes to set the tone during our class.

Visit a penguin colony at Boulder’s Beach and the Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve all in one day during this tour, including round-trip transport from Cape Town. First, catch sight of the endangered African penguins on the beach, and then travel over to Cape Point in the nature reserve. Spend ample time at Cape Point, and keep an eye out for ostrich, antelope, and whales.

Get a full picture of Cape Town's rich cultural history through visits to the Langa and Gugulethu Townships, as well as the District Six Museum, on this half-day tour. Learn about the role and history of the townships in the larger fabric of Cape Town culture white visiting a shebeen (tavern), a local market, a sangoma (traditional doctor) and an arts and crafts center.

A good choice for first-time visitors or travelers who are short on time, this private tour shows you the best of Cape Town from the unique perspective of a local host. On your customizable walking tour, you'll learn about the city’s troubled past and see a mix of famous landmarks, hidden gems, and city secrets. You'll also be taken to that special eatery where only the locals come and enjoy a snack or drink hand-picked by your host.

See the highlights of Cape Town, the Cape Peninsula and the Cape Winelands with the aid of a private guide during this flexible-length excursion. Enjoy a scenic drive through the eye-poppingly beautiful scenery of Cape Town, with Table Mountain in the background. Then continue south towards the Cape of Good Hope, stopping to admire Cape Peninsula highlights like Boulders Beach. Cap it all off with wine tastings and cheese set in the stunning landscape of Stellenbosch in the Cape Winelands. A ‘Blue Badge’ private guide, private vehicle and round-trip hotel transport are included.

Get more out of your time in Cape Town by opting for a stress-free small-group surf package. No need to worry about carrying heavy gear with you, as a beginner-friendly softboard rental is included, as well as a wetsuit. During the lesson, learn essential information about surf theory, as well as key practical skills—such as how to stand up on your surfboard.

Enjoy a private and authentic home-cooked meal with your host Annika in her Victorian-style home, which was built in 1934. Her home is located in the multicultural neighborhood of Kensington, 10km from the city center. Annika, a culinary school graduate, grew up in Cape Town, in a multicultural home - she has South African and Danish roots. She has been fond of cooking since she was a child and learned to cook authentic South African dishes from her mother and grandmother. In her home, you can expect to try Cape Malay and African Township delicacies, and gain insight into South African culinary traditions. Annika will teach you how to make an appetizer and a main dish in your 1.5 hour South African cooking class. • 1.5 hour private South African cooking class in a Victorian-style home • Gain insight into South African culture, cuisine and culinary traditions • Cook and share Cape Malay and African Township delicacies • Vegetarian, vegan, lactose and gluten free options available

Explore the wine-growing areas of Stellenbosch, Paarl, and Franschhoek on this full-day tour of the Cape Winelands. Visit wineries young and old, allowing you to experience a good variety of local wines and vintners. Not only is your guide a professional sommelier, he’s a photographer and birdwatcher extraordinaire who’s happy to share knowledge about the region.

Learn to surf while on vacation in Cape Town with this 2-hour group surf lesson. Experience the gentle waves at pristine beach while following the "Stoked" learning technique. Wet suit, surfboard, leash, and wax all included in the price of the lesson. Geared toward beginners, this surf school can also accommodate intermediate and advanced surfers who'd like to brush up on their skills.

Personally curated private group tour to the clients individual needs based fitness, location and skills on a high-end dual suspension Ebike (+-EUR 9000). Thus enabling clients to see and easily discover the most challenging singletracks or cruise off-the-beaten gravel tracks to magical vantage points. Tailored to each group depending on experience we choose the location and trails that are most suited for groups levels. We are professional cyclists so can cater for all levels from beginners to technical capable riders skills, ensuring clients get most out of the tour. We have over 25 years of experience in Mountain biking guiding and have the abilities to ensure clients get the most out of the tour whether it be coaching tips or insight into the trails and culture.

Expand your mixology skills, taste delicious cocktails, and have plenty of fun at the same time with this small-group cocktail masterclass in Cape Town. No need to bring anything with you as mixology equipment and ingredients are provided. The lesson features a variety of cocktails, and potential drinks that you might make include a margarita, a mint julep, and a caipirinha.