Top Cape Town Photography Tours

It is one of the New 7 Wonders of Nature, standing as a global icon of South Africa. The rotating cable car is one of a kind, offering 360° views during the ride up and down.

Experience the thrills of riding an all-terrain vehicle (ATV) around sand dunes near Cape Town on this guided tour at the Atlantis Dunes. After a safety and instruction briefing, jump on your fully automatic ATVs and follow your guide around the dunes. Upgrade to add the photo package and have the experience memorialized.

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.

This tour of Table Mountain is for the traveller who wishes to slow down and fully appreciate the natural surroundings; the flora, fauna and history. It is intimate and personal and focuses on immersion and learning about the Mountain, Cape Town and South Africa. As guides, we truly care about the quality of the tour and guests having a true and authentic experience. There is ample time for photography, flower and wildlife observation and simply becoming quiet and still in nature. Cohesion and community are also very important factors and a big effort is made, on the part of the guide, to promote a good energy, vibe and the chance to make long lasting friendships. Come and experience the best of Cape Town hiking with a qualified, experienced and friendly Hiking Guide

Discover the iconic landmarks of Cape Town on a personalized private tour designed for your group. This experience takes you to vibrant Bo-Kaap, the stunning vistas of Table Mountain, and the breathtaking Cape of Good Hope, ensuring a memorable exploration without the hassle of large crowds. Enjoy the flexibility of adapting the tour route to match your interests, while also benefiting from included transport and admission to Table Mountain, allowing for seamless access to popular attractions. Capture unforgettable moments at the numerous photo stops along the way. - Private tour designed for your personal group, away from the crowds - Visit must-see attractions including Bo-Kaap and Cape of Good Hope - Skip the lines with included admission to Table Mountain - Flexible itinerary tailored to your interests and preferences

This isn’t just a photoshoot — it’s a personalized local experience led by a Cape Town photographer with 8+ years of expertise and over 300 five-star reviews on Airbnb. I focus on creating a relaxed and enjoyable session, ensuring you feel at ease while capturing your natural expressions in stunning locations around Cape Town. You’ll leave with professionally edited photos that truly showcase the beauty of your trip — far beyond what a selfie or phone snap could capture. Whether you're solo, a couple, or a family, I make sure every moment is personal, fun, and memorable. Trusted by over 300 happy guests on Airbnb, now available on Viator and Tripadvisor! Check out my portfolio on Instagram @ruwanlopes_

Capture the memories of your trip to Cape Town or a special occasion with a professional photo shoot. Meet your photographer at the city center, then spend the next hour having your photo taken at different locations. Receive a Polaroid photo that day and 40 to 60 final images within days, with a private online viewing gallery.

Whether you’re on a vacation with family and friends, on your honeymoon, or traveling solo in Cape Town, capture the memories of your trip with a private photo shoot with a local professional photographer. Choose from 30 to 120 minutes for your photo shoot and from 16 to 60 high-resolution digital images, with a private online viewing gallery, within 5 days of the shoot.

Instead of having to ask strangers to take your vacation photos, this private photoshoot is a much more convenient alternative. Enjoy the flexibility to choose your photoshoot location—such as Bo-Kaap, Signal Hill, or Camps Bay—or let the photographer suggest hidden gems. After the shoot, receive 60–80 digitally edited photos, as well as a physical polaroid picture souvenir.

There’s more to hiking Table Mountain than just reaching the top. Discover the flora, fauna, and history of this remarkable mountain on this small-group guided hike with a qualified hiking guide. You’ll take the quickest route up the mountain, following the Platteklip Gorge. After ample time at the summit to enjoy the views and capture photos, ride the cable car down (tickets at own expense). Private transportation and hotel pickup are included for your convenience.

Whether you’re an experienced photographer or a complete beginner, this photography tour offers something for everyone. As it’s a private tour, the guidance is exclusively tailored to your experience level. Ride between sites in a private vehicle, and make stops at plenty of photogenic locations along the way, such as the Cape Point Nature Reserve, Signal Hill, and Boulders Beach Penguin Colony.

Bo-Kaap is known for its colorful buildings and amazing photo opportunities, and this convenient photoshoot experience saves you the hassle of setting up your camera or asking strangers to take your photos. Instead, set off with a photographer on an adventure around Bo-Kaap’s photogenic areas, without having to do any research or planning—just leave everything to your photographer, then enjoy the photographs afterwards.

Camps Bay Beach offers the ideal setting for capturing lasting memories against the backdrop of the iconic Twelve Apostles and Table Mountain. We'll lead you through a private, relaxed photoshoot, ensuring you feel comfortable and confident as you take in the stunning coastal scenery. Whether you're a couple, a family, or a solo traveler, this experience is tailored to create both posed and candid moments that reflect your adventure. Within just 48 hours, you'll receive a gallery of professionally edited photos that perfectly encapsulate your time in Cape Town.

Enjoy a seamless Robben Island visit with our Skip-the-Ticket-Line access, which allows you to bypass long queues and secure fast entry with our smooth, ticket-only option. Make your own way to the Nelson Mandela Gateway as hotel transfers are excluded. After a shared ferry ride, explore the island where Nelson Mandela was imprisoned for 18 years, see his original cell, and hear powerful firsthand stories from a former political prisoner. Walk the famous Long Walk to Freedom pathway and gain a deeper understanding of South Africa’s history. This is a shared experience and standard ferry boarding queues still apply. This product is for international travellers only; South African citizens should book directly with Robben Island. Book now for a time-saving, meaningful, and unforgettable 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.

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.

As an outsider visiting Cape Town, it can be tricky to know which townships welcome tourists and are safe to visit. With this tour, explore Khayelitsha with a guide to introduce you to locals and explain more about the area’s culture and traditions. Along the way, stop to look at arts and crafts, visit traditional eateries, and meet local entrepreneurs.

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.

Flying dress photoshoots are globally renowned as iconic destination experiences. This photography experience is new to Cape Town. You will have a wide selection of colours to shoot your Flying Dress experience with an opportunity at booking to customise your flying dress photoshoot. There are opportunities to create an afrocentric experience with the many props available.

Explore Table Mountain! This majestic mountain has been awarded as one of the World’s 7 Wonders of Nature. Join me, Nick - your local mountain guide and adventure photographer where you will be immersed in nature during a sunrise or sunset hike. This ensures that we'll catch the best moments, because life's too short for mediocre experiences ;) What we'll do: Embark on our adventure, starting near the lower cableway station. You’ll learn about the unique local environment, the mountain, cultural history, flora, fauna and visit lesser known areas while allowing me to capture your special moments that you get to treasure forever. Enjoy a scenic break with homemade snacks and locally freshly brewed tea or coffee. Upon reaching the summit, soak in panoramic views before descending via the upper cableway station, if weather allows. **Kindly note that this is a scheduled, GROUP, hike. To reserve a private guided hike, please contact me directly.

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.

See the best of Cape Town including a trip to Table Mountain and an air-conditioned vehicle tour of the city’s highlights during this half-day small-group tour. Survey the city from Table Mountain and take a ride with the cable car (weather permitting and cable way ticket at guests own expense), and then visit some of Cape Town’s main sights from your air-conditioned vehicle.

Immerse yourself in traditional South African home cooking during this private cooking demonstration in Cape Town. Your hosts will walk you through authentic recipes in their home kitchen. Sit down to feast on the two or three dishes you watched them prepare, accompanied by wine and bottled water, and learn about the mix of local cultures that have influenced the culinary culture.