Top Cape Town Day Trips - page 3

Take in incredible views of Cape Town while you soar above the city on a private tandem paragliding flight. You'll fly tandem with a professional flight instructor who can point out highlights as you soar. For an extra thrill, ask your instructor for a 'roller coaster ride' at the end of your flight.

Learn about South Africa's celebrated wine industry as you travel through the Stellenbosch and/or Franschhoek wine regions with a wine expert as your guide. You'll visit four different wineries in total, with tastings at each. You'll also have the opportunity to customize this private tour to suit your particular tastes and interests, or you can leave it up to your guide to show you some area favorites.

Tick off two Cape Town must-dos with this combo Cruise and Dine package. Watch the sunset over the port town with a glass of complimentary bubbly in hand on a sunset cruise, then transfer to a V&A Waterfront restaurant for a three-course dinner, choosing from Italian, Greek, or local cuisine to suit you.

Cruise along Cape Town's Atlantic coastline and get great views of the city and Table Mountain with this express cruise tour. You will head out from the V&A Waterfront, making your way up to the Green Point lighthouse before turning around and heading back, all in around just one hour.

Save yourself the effort of organizing a rental car and choose this small-group adventure instead. Avoid hours of researching must-visit nature spots around Cape Town with a well-planned route showcasing pristine beaches, mountains, viewpoints, and the endangered African penguin colony at Boulders Beach. Highlights include the scenic Chapman's Peak Drive, Cape Point Nature Reserve, and Muizenberg beach. Hotel pickup is included for added convenience.

This combo package allows you to tick off two of Cape Town’s must-do experiences with just one booking. Admire coastal sights such as Table Mountain from the water and keep an eye out for native marine life on a one-hour boat cruise, then transfer to a restaurant on the Victoria & Alfred Waterfront to savour some of the international flavours that this port city is best known for.

With this comprehensive full-day tour, you can check off iconic sights-such as Table Mountain—and learn about South Africa’s history, including the story of Nelson Mandela’s incarceration and the Apartheid Era. Visit Robben Island Museum, Table Mountain, Bo-Kaap, and St George’s Cathedral—all in one day, with transportation included, as well as admission to Robben Island to save time waiting in long lines.

A great option for travelers keen to see the essential attractions of Cape Town in a day, this time-saving small group tour includes hotel pickup and drop-off for convenience. Enjoy a scenic route along Chapman's Peak Drive and stops at Bo-Kaap, Table Mountain, Boulders Beach Penguin Colony, the Cape of Good Hope, and other scenic highlights along the way.

Ideal for those with limited time, this small-group tour allows you experience the best of Cape Town in just one day. Explore the western slope of Table Mountain National Park along the Atlantic Seaboard and take in the views while hiking down to the Cape of Good Hope; see penguins on Boulders Beach, and have lunch (own expense) in the Constantia wine district.

Get the best possible shot at seeing Africa's Marine Big 5—the African penguin, the Cape fur seal, the bronze whaler sharks, dolphin, and whale—on this guided tour to Dyer Island. An onboard biologist and experienced crew promise an educational experience focused on learning about the biology and behavior of these marine animals. Additionally, get a chance to visit the African Penguin and Seabird Sanctuary (APSS) either before or after the trip.

Cape Peninsula has so much to offer—such as Cape Point Nature Reserve, the Cape of Good Hope, Table Mountain, Chapman’s Peak Drive, Bo-Kaap, and the African penguin colony at Boulders Beach. Instead of organizing car rental and trying to figure out the best itinerary, this private sightseeing tour makes life easy. Simply set off with a private driver and benefit from having a sightseeing route planned out for you.

Skip the self-drive stress and leave yourself free to enjoy the Cape Peninsula scenery on this small-group guided tour. In the company of like-minded travelers, visit the colorful houses of Cape Town’s Bo-Kaap neighborhood, a penguin colony at Boulders Beach, the Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve, Chapman's Peak Drive, and several quaint towns. Hotel pickup is included for added convenience.

Animal lovers visiting Cape Town—get ready for a penguin-themed adventure. Ride with ease in an air-conditioned vehicle with hotel pickup to Boulders Beach Penguin Colony, without having to worry about parking or navigating public transport. After purchasing your entry ticket, you can enjoy plenty of time to walk around and see the colony of endangered African penguins roaming freely in the wild.

Spotting the Big Five—lion, leopard, rhinoceros, elephant, and Cape buffalo—is a priority for many visitors to South Africa and this tour is ideal for those with limited time. Travel from Cape Town by upmarket air-conditioned vehicle, enjoying views of the Breede River, Hex River Wine Valley, and Table Mountain along the way, then join a group safari drive at a private game reserve and enjoy some incredible wildlife-watching opportunities.

If you only have limited time to discover Cape Town, then it can be a challenging quest to shortlist the essential places to see. Save yourself the effort, and make your hours go further by choosing this small-group half-day tour. The trip begins with hotel pickup and the route visits lots of top sights, including Table Mountain, Camps Bay Beach, Bo-Kaap, and the Cape Town Diamond Museum.

Robben Island tours are best booked in advance. This half-day tour includes museum admission and round-trip transfer from your Cape Town hotel, ensuring a hassle-free visit. Learn about the island’s history from your guide, see Nelson Mandela’s prison cell, and reflect on your journey back to the mainland.

Families with small children can still enjoy an evening sail on this pre-sunset cruise in Cape Town. Watch the sun sink lower in the sky and enjoy the “golden hour”, which makes for beautiful photos, on this pre-sunset cruise. You’ll get back to shore in plenty of time for dinner reservations or the kids’ bedtime. Enjoy a glass of sparkling wine and commentary from the crew while on board the boat.

This Atlantic Outlook kayak tour is perfect for beginners and experienced kayakers alike. Enjoy a carefree day gliding across the Atlantic Ocean with a guide to lead the way so you don’t get lost. You won’t have to worry about bringing kit with you, as kayaking equipment and safety gear hire are included. Along the way, access views of Table Mountain, Lions Head, and the Atlantic Sea Board coastline.

Enjoy the best of the Cape in one day on this private tour with an experienced tour guide. Stop to take pictures at Chapman's Peak Drive, with the ocean on one side & mountains on the other the views are guaranteed to have you amazed. Enjoy an optional boat trip around Seal Island where you will get close up to view thousands of Cape Fur Seals in their natural habitat. Visit Cape Point Nature Reserve, witness the beautiful flora and fauna with a chance of seeing some of the animal species that live there - baboon,ostrich,eland, red hartebeest, bontebok. Stop at the Lighthouse at Cape Point for breath-taking panoramic views over the spectacular bay. Take pictures at the Cape of Good Hope the most South Western point of the African Continent & the meeting point of the two great ocean currents. Visit Boulders Beach to view the endangered African Penguins up close and personal Enjoy a scenic drive back to Cape Town along False Bay past Muizenberg.

Discover the ultimate Cape Town wine tour with Beyond Africa Safaris. All options include Franschhoek Wine Tram tickets, pickup and drop-off from Cape Town hotels, and a journey through the scenic Cape Winelands. Small Group Tour (Max 15 Guests): Includes curated wine tastings at 4 premium estates in Franschhoek and Stellenbosch, with options for cheese or chocolate pairings. Travel in a luxury minivan with a knowledgeable local guide. Private Tour: Enjoy an all-inclusive private wine tour with tastings at 4 top farms, gourmet lunch, private vehicle just for you and your party, and skip-the-line access to the Franschhoek Wine Tram. Stop at Mandela’s Groot Drakenstein Prison for a photo at his release statue. Book now for the best Franschhoek & Stellenbosch wine tasting tour from Cape Town – perfect for wine lovers, couples, and small groups.

The Cape Winelands is known for its award-winning wines, so if you want a private day exploring excellent wineries, this tour is an ideal choice. After hotel pickup in Cape Town, the tour takes you on a scenic route into the Cape Winelands, with stops in Franschhoek, Paarl, and Stellenbosch. Best of all, the tour includes three wine tastings along the way.

This tour is a great option for travelers with limited time in Cape Town. Tick off some of the Mother City’s top landmarks in just a few hours, thanks to the convenience of having a private driver to take you between sites. The route showcases Table Mountain—with cable car tickets included—as well as Camps Bay, Signal Hill, Bo-Kaap, the Company’s Gardens, and the District Six Museum.

Visit Robben Island with a pre-booked ferry ticket from Cape Town’s V&A Waterfront. This official shared museum experience includes the return ferry crossing, island bus tour, and guided prison visit, including the historic prison where Nelson Mandela was held. Ideal for travellers who want a simple, ticket-only way to experience Robben Island. Hotel transfers are not included. - Pre-booked Robben Island ferry ticket from Cape Town’s V&A Waterfront - Return ferry crossing from the Nelson Mandela Gateway to Robben Island - Official guided Robben Island Museum tour included - Visit the historic maximum-security prison where Nelson Mandela was held - Learn from an official museum guide or former political prisoner - See key island landmarks, including the prison, lime quarry and historic sites - Avoid the stress of trying to secure Robben Island tickets on your own

This full-day tour is the perfect way to explore the highlights of the Cape Peninsula. Instead of being stuck on a crowded tour bus, ride around coastal sights in a minivan with a small group, for a more intimate atmosphere. Highlights include Camps Bay, Hout Bay, Chapman's Peak, the Cape of Good Hope, and Boulders Beach—where you can see African penguins in their natural habitat.