Top Western Cape Classes & Workshops

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.

Explore Cape Town at your own pace with a 1- or 2-day hop-on hop-off bus pass featuring free Wi-Fi. Journey around three bus routes with stops at more than 30 attractions including Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens, Table Mountain, Constantia Valley, and the V&A Waterfront. Spend as long as you wish at each, enjoy free walking tours, or upgrade to include a harbor cruise and sunset bus tour.

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.

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.

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 pen and a note and a slipper to put on. The hands-on cooking class will be held in the home kitchen. Your host will explain all the ingredients involved, the story behind the dish, and, of course, provide clear step-by-step instructions. You can choose between the Indonesian or Cape Malay menus as stated. Please make sure to indicate which menu you prefer beforehand. 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.

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.

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.

Book ahead for this must-do dinner and cultural show in Cape Town. Enjoy an immersive experience of a traditional African dinner with drumming and other cultural entertainment. You can learn about South Africa's cultural, musical, and culinary traditions in this night out.

Get immersed in this experience hosted by a local changemaker! Enter the inspiring world underneath Cape Town's touristy surface. A Side by Side experience is the perfect, hands-on way to escape the tourist trap, live like a local, and make an impact. A percentage of every booking goes directly back to the changemakers we've partnered with in the form of year-end gifts: equipment, bursaries, and cash grants. To ensure your changemaker-hosted experience runs smoothly and guests' every last need is met, an SbS guide will be by your side throughout, from pick-up to drop-off (if you add the Hotel Pickup add-on). Your guide will provide you all the background info you need to know and settle the entrance fees on your behalf. Optionally add the Photoshoot add-on for HD pics/vids of you in action sent by Google Drive same day. Learn, laugh, imagine, bond, and come away a changed person after sharing this experience with some seriously inspiring locals.

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).

This private cooking class is the perfect way to expand your South African cooking repertoire and learn how to make Cape Malay specialties. Instead of opting for a large group cooking experience, enjoy the luxury of a private cooking class in the intimate setting of a local’s home. Discover family recipes that you wouldn’t find in a cookbook, and make a mix of dishes, such as rotis and chicken curry.

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.

District Six is one of Cape Town most notorious neighborhoods and one of the areas of the city that suffered the most during apartheid. The District Six Museum is an emotional tribute to those who were forcibly removed from their homes in District Six, as well as offering important insight into the apartheid regime. With this prepaid admission ticket, opt to take in the exhibitions independently or join a guided tour, and spend as long as you like inside.

Get an adrenaline buzz as you admire Cape Town’s coastline from the water on this Jet Ski experience along the V&A Waterfront. Receive a safety briefing from your small-group instructor before zooming out to ride the waves. Enjoy a break from the mainland crowds as you soak up views of Table Mountain and beyond from your unique vantage point.

Get immersed in this experience hosted by a local changemaker! Enter the inspiring world underneath Cape Town's touristy surface. A Side by Side experience is the perfect, hands-on way to escape the tourist trap, live like a local, and make an impact. A percentage of every booking goes directly back to the changemakers we've partnered with in the form of year-end gifts: equipment, bursaries, and cash grants. To ensure your changemaker-hosted experience runs smoothly and guests' every last need is met, an SbS guide will be by your side throughout, from pick-up to drop-off (if you add the Hotel Pickup add-on). Your guide will provide you all the background info you need to know and settle the entrance fees on your behalf. Optionally add the Photoshoot add-on for HD pics/vids of you in action sent by Google Drive same day. Learn, laugh, imagine, bond, and come away a changed person after sharing this experience with some seriously inspiring locals.

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.

why? Because I actually enjoy what I do. It's not only a service that I offer but rather an experience. So if you'd like creative direction, competence with a side of humor to make it a more fun, relaxed experience then you found yourself a photographer. But let me warn you, we might end up being friends after and we'll have our own "Toy Story" version of a "photographer turned friend" adventure because here in the motherland we have a people spell called "Ubuntu", its very very powerful and contagious so beware before you book your reservation. Message me for answers to your questions. - Answers to your questions - Special requests (special location) - Availability - Rescheduling - Brainstorming your creative ideas/outfit for your shoot.

Bring some energy to your Cape Town adventures with this interactive African acoustic music concert that incorporates zumba dancing, storytelling, and djembe drumming. Instead of simply sitting back and watching—this experience gives you the chance to try out different dancing styles and/or play local instruments. As an added bonus, it's hosted by a local changemaker who plays an important role in local community projects.

Engage with businesses and artists living in communities that are the lifeblood of South African society. We have partnered with a new generation of young local creatives and business owners. Our goal is to drive the economies outside of the city by bringing people into these local eco-habitats. These young locals and entrepreneurs make Langa a must see destination for both the youth of South Africa and internationals, changing their perceptions. Times are changing. This township is blossoming, the art is inspiring and the people ooze with charisma. We want to transcend the old views, where residents past and present and tourists alike create a bustling hub for future generations.

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.

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.

Get immersed in this experience hosted by a local changemaker! Enter the inspiring world underneath Cape Town's touristy surface. A Side by Side experience is the perfect, hands-on way to escape the tourist trap, live like a local, and make an impact. A percentage of every booking goes directly back to the changemakers we've partnered with in the form of year-end gifts: equipment, bursaries, and cash grants. To ensure your changemaker-hosted experience runs smoothly and guests' every last need is met, an SbS guide will be by your side throughout, from pick-up to drop-off (if you add the Hotel Pickup add-on). Your guide will provide you all the background info you need to know and settle the entrance fees on your behalf. Optionally add the Photoshoot add-on for HD pics/vids of you in action sent by Google Drive same day. Learn, laugh, imagine, bond, and come away a changed person after sharing this experience with some seriously inspiring locals.

Get immersed in this experience hosted by a local changemaker! Enter the inspiring world underneath Cape Town's touristy surface. A Side by Side experience is the perfect, hands-on way to escape the tourist trap, live like a local, and make an impact. A percentage of every booking goes directly back to the changemakers we've partnered with in the form of year-end gifts: equipment, bursaries, and cash grants. To ensure your changemaker-hosted experience runs smoothly and guests' every last need is met, an SbS guide will be by your side throughout, from pick-up to drop-off (if you add the Hotel Pickup add-on). Your guide will provide you all the background info you need to know and settle the entrance fees on your behalf. Optionally add the Photoshoot add-on for HD pics/vids of you in action sent by Google Drive same day. Learn, laugh, imagine, bond, and come away a changed person after sharing this experience with some seriously inspiring locals.