Top Activities on the Ground in Cape Town - page 4

Experience the scenic beauty and natural landscapes of South Africa’s Cape Peninsula on this full-day tour from Cape Town. Enjoy the convenience of guided visits, as well as the independence of solo sightseeing and learn about this dynamic region from your friendly, knowledgeable guide. And have time to wander the shops. You can explore the Cape Point Nature Reserve at your leisure, and check out playful families of African penguins in Simon’s Town.

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.

Don’t worry about getting lost while hiking near Table Mountain; with this guided hiking tour, you can explore the outdoors stress-free as a guide takes care of the navigating. The route showcases the India Venster trail, which is known for its spectacular views—ensuring plenty of great photo opportunities along the way.

Hike up South Africa's flagship mountain peak for incredible views at sunset over Cape Town with experienced local guides! Beginning on Signal Hill Road, this spiralling, short, steep climb is extremely rewarding with 360 degree views of Table Mountain, Devil’s Peak, the Twelve Apostles, the Mother City and the Atlantic Seaboard. In winter the distant Boland mountain range can often be seen capped in a blanket of snow and in spring the slopes of Lion’s Head are adorned in a wonderful display of floral beauty. This moderately difficult hike is relatively short in distance but with some exposure to heights and rock scrambling on the final summit ridge. This hike is ideal for soaking up a summer sunset on the lower slopes as the city lights come on…but you won’t be alone as many others have the same idea!

Visit the Nelson Mandela Gateway to Robben Island to learn about apartheid and see where Mandela and other activists and politicians were incarcerated during the regime. After lunch (own expense), visit Table Mountain and enjoy free time at Bo-Kaap, a neighborhood known for its colorful houses and Cape Malay culture.

Kayak along the coastline of Cape Town against the backdrop of Table Mountain National Reserve with this small-group adventure suitable for all levels of experience. You'll head either towards Clifton or V&A Waterfront, taking in fantastic views along the way. If you're lucky, you may even see local Heaviside's dolphins frolicking in the waters.

If you’d like to escape the crowds and have a peaceful Lion’s Head hiking experience—then a private tour is a smart choice. Exclusively for your personal group, a private guide plans a route that’s tailored to your preferred pace and experience level. Along the way, listen to commentary about Cape Town’s main sights and take in views of Table Mountain, Robben Island, and Camps Bay beach.

Explore the Cape of Good Hope and Table Mountain with your own private guide with this tour. You'll travel with a professional guide/driver, who will pick you up at your Cape Town hotel or alternative accommodation and take you out for the day. You'll visit Boyes Drive, the penguin colony at Boulders Beach, Chapman's Peak, and Maiden's Cove Braai. You'll also get skip-the-line access to Table Mountain.

Speed over the waters off Cape Town on this fast cruiser for a couples sunset cruise. Head for Clifton 4th Beach or Table Bay, depending on the day's weather, then anchor to watch the sunset with a glass of Method Cape Classic sparkling wine. On the way back to Cape Town, enjoy the colors of the fading sun and the view of the city lights blinking on for the evening.

Get your adrenaline pumping during a 4-hour mountain bike tour of Table Mountain from Cape Town. Ride the off-road trails of the city’s most recognized landmark as you explore the mountain up close and enjoy fantastic views of Cape Town and Robben Island far below.

Tours to Robben Island typically sell out early every day. Ensure your visit by booking this early-morning guided tour that transfers you from your hotel to the Robben Island Gateway at the V&A Waterfront, and then onto the boat to the island.

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.

See Cape Town at its most magical: from Table Mountain at sunrise. This small-group hiking tour takes you to the top of the mountain in time to witness the sun lighting up the city. You'll enjoy the mountain at its most peaceful, before the crowds arrive, and learn all about your surroundings from your guide. The tour also includes walks across the Table Mountain plateau to various viewpoints, enriching your experience.

Climb to the top of Cape Town’s iconic Table Mountain during a 4-hour hiking tour. Enjoy a leisurely pace up the slopes of the mountain while you admire stunning views of Cape Town and the water below. Follow your local guide through Platteklip Gorge up to the flat table-top of the mountain, where you’ll have time to get photographs of the scenery toward the Cape of Good Hope and the Twelve Apostles mountains before hiking back down to Cape Town.

Skip the strain of self-driving Cape Town and discover Table Mountain the easy way—on a straightforward route with a guide to lead the way and explain the mountain’s fascinating flora and fauna. Your package includes 2-way transfers from your central Cape Town address but excludes the cost of cableway tickets down—please note that if the cableway is closed an additional fee applies for your guide to walk you down.

Take the fastest route to the top of Table Mountain on this half-day hiking tour. A guide in the lead means you'll feel safe and comfortable striking out into unfamiliar territory and listen to engaging commentary as you climb. Once at the top, take in views of the city of Cape Town Below, Table Bay, and Robben Island. Hop aboard the cable-way for the return trip (own expense).

Lion’s Head is Cape Town’s most Instagrammable hike — and we guide it with heart. Join a certified local guide for a safe, small-group sunrise or sunset mission with epic views over Table Mountain, the Atlantic Ocean, and the city below. Expect summit photos, headlamps provided, optional transport, and good vibes all the way up.

Cape Town has a wealth of beautiful hikes and outdoor sights, but arguably the city’s most famous natural landmark is Table Mountain. This guided tour takes you up the rugged peaks of the 12 Apostles, with caves, reservoirs and incredible viewpoints along the way. Traveling with an experienced mountain guide means you can learn about the landscape as you walk, and there’s no need to study a map.

Kasteelspoort is a fantastic, moderately difficult hike, up Table Mountain to the summit with excellent opportunities for city views! Hiking with an experienced guide makes a significant difference where there is so much to interpret along the way in terms of the natural environment, history, culture, and personal mountain stories. - Table Mountain Experts - Local in-depth knowledge of the Fauna & Flora of Table Mountain - Incredible Views of Camp's Bay and the 12 Apostles range - Summit hike - Quieter Trail away from the crowds

Beat the crowds and head out of the city to explore the natural wonders of the West Coast National Park and Langebaan Lagoon. With a private driver at your disposal and a customizable itinerary that includes ample free time at the national park, this tour is ideal for hikers, bird-watchers, and nature lovers. On the way back, stop for a sundowner at Blouberg Beach with views of Table Mountain.

Table Mountain offers a vast number of wonderful hiking trails with varying levels of difficulty, views and terrain. On a privately guided hike we can tailor the hike to suit you and your family/groups ability, expectations and the time you have available. No need to worry about keeping up with or having to wait for other people.

Enjoy a private hiking tour of Cape Town's 3,558-foot-tall (1,084m) Table Mountain. Choose between two options: ride the rotating cable car atop the mountain for 360-degree views, then spend a couple of hours wandering the plateau's winding paths—passing among reed-like restios and flowering proteas along the way. Or opt for a more strenuous, 5-hour option: a climb up the mountainside, stopping for exquisite ocean views and a picnic lunch. A nature guide will accompany you on both routes, pointing out Table Mountain's flora and fauna—including adorable rock hyrax—en route.

Many wildlife fans visit South Africa with one important mission—to go on a safari and spot the Big Five. With this tour, save time doing research and get taken directly to a place that’s known for being home to the Big Five—Aquila Game Reserve. This hassle-free trip includes hotel pickup, breakfast, lunch, and safari rides—so you can relax and fully focus on wildlife sightings, instead of organizing any logistics.

Hike the India Venster route in the mountains outside Cape Town in the company of a guide, which ensures your safety. No need to worry about getting lost or navigating; your guide will lead the way and you can focus on the scenery. Listen to narration on the local flora and fauna, do some scrambling, and get epic views over the city from the top of the mountain chain.