Top Western Cape Day Trips

Explore the Franschhoek wine region on a hop-on hop-off tram tour, which allows you to explore the wineries that interest you at your leisure. Sit back and enjoy the scenery while you ride through vineyards dotting rolling hills; you're able to taste as much wine (own expense) as you like without worrying about driving. Includes convenient transfers from Cape Town.

If you’ve only got limited time to explore the highlights of Cape Town, then this guided tour is a perfect choice. Rather than being stuck on a sightseeing bus with large tourist crowds, you can benefit from the luxury of a private tour for just your personal group. Check off Bo-Kaap, Table Mountain, the Cape of Good Hope, and plenty more sights, with transport included along the way.

Save time, avoid crowds, and see the highlights of the Cape Town and Western Cape area in a single day with this small-group tour from Cape Town. Admire the colorful houses of Bo Kaap, ride a cable car ride up and down Table Mountain, embark on a scenic drive along Chapman's Peak, see the penguin colony of Boulder's Beach, and visit the Cape of Good Hope.

This is the perfect tour for time-tight travelers interested in scenic nature spots and wildlife encounters near Cape Town. Save time waiting for local buses and go on a half-day small-group tour instead. Ride in a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle along False Bay’s coastline and stop at St. James Beach, Boulders Beach Penguin Colony, the Cape of Good Hope, and Old Cape Point Lighthouse.

This wine tour is the ideal pick for travelers with limited time in Cape Town. In just half a day, explore the Cape Winelands with a small group and a driver-guide—a peaceful alternative to larger bus tours. Along the way, enjoy beautiful scenery, and have the chance to try a selection of wines—with tastings included to simplify your day.

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.

Save hours reading reviews and researching local wineries, and opt for this hassle-free guided wine tour instead. Spend a full day traveling between some of the area’s best wine estates, with stops at Stellenbosch and Franschhoek. Along the way, enjoy cellar tours and exclusive tastings with sommeliers. The experience includes special pairings with six cheeses and six wines, plus chocolate tastings and convenient hotel pickup for a seamless day out.

Combine wine tastings, cheese tastings, a biltong tasting, and time in the town of Stellenbosch on this action-packed half-day tour of the Cape winelands. Enjoy included hotel pickup and round-trip transport from your Cape Town hotel. You’ll visit two wine farms, one for a wine and cheese tasting, one for a wine and biltong tasting, with options for kids and vegans as well.

Getting to Robben Island doesn’t need to involve complicated logistics. This half-day tour simplifies the experience with pickup directly from your Cape Town hotel and admission to the Robben Island Museum included. To help you get more from your visit, a tour led by a former political prisoner is part of the experience, including the chance to see Nelson Mandela’s former prison cell.

South Africa is world-famous for its wine, but getting to the vineyards can be difficult. Avoid the hassle of renting a car and naming a designated driver when you book this group tour to the Cape Winelands. Enjoy a savory wine and cheese pairing and cellar tour in Stellenbosch, a diverse wine tasting in Franschhoek Valley, and a sweet wine pairing in Paarl.

An ideal way to tick off multiple nature spots and a wildlife attraction in a day—this tour includes stops at Gordon’s Bay, the Cheetah Outreach preservation center, and Strand Beach. To save you the hassle of finding a parking spot, the tour includes round-trip transport in an air-conditioned vehicle, making it the ultimate stress-free day with hotel pickup included.

Take a leisurely exploration of the amazing scenery and fascinating wildlife of the Cape Peninsula on this flexible-length private tour. Travel by private vehicle and call the shots on what to see and do. Among the potential sights you might pick are a wine tasting at Cape Point Vineyards, a visit to the penguins of Boulders Beach, or a visit to the beautiful Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve. A private guide, private vehicle, and round-trip hotel transport are covered.

Get a comprehensive tour of the Cape Peninsula combined with personalized attention on this private excursion. You can travel at your own pace and enjoy the scenery during the journey, as all transportation is provided. Stops include Table Mountain, a Chapman's Peak drive, Boulders Beach, the Cape of Good Hope, and others.

Cape Town and its surrounding area is loved for its abundance of spectacular nature spots, but without a car, it can be tricky to get between dispersed outdoor sites. On this private tour, enjoy the luxury of a dedicated driver and a customizable route tailored to your needs. The ideal way to tick off highlights like Bo-Kaap, Camps Bay, and Hout Bay in a day with convenient hotel pickup included.

At the Game Reserve, you can expect an exciting day filled with wildlife sightings, including the Big Five (lion, elephant, buffalo, rhino and leopard as well as various other animals like giraffes, zebras and antelopes). You'll go on safari drives led by experienced guides, off-the-beaten-path-routes, luxurious accommodations amidst breathtaking landscapes while creating unforgettable experiences and enjoy delicious meals. A complementary educational tour on their lion rehabilitation program and the Reserve's sustainable food program is included. Full day, overnight and private tours can be arranged beforehand (additional costs may apply & subject to availability)(contact us) If you are the only traveler, a 100% surcharge will be applicable. (contact us)

This comprehensive sightseeing tour allows you to see multiple top sights in a day—including Table Mountain, the Robben Island Museum, Signal Hill, and the colorful district of Bo-Kaap. To save you the hassle of figuring out local public transport—hotel pickup, drop-off, and round-trip ferry tickets are included, as well as a cable car ride up and down Table Mountain.

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.

Swap the hustle and bustle of crowded tour buses for a more intimate way of seeing Cape Town's highlights—a private tour. Set off from Cape Town with your private driver/guide and tick off lots of Cape Peninsula highlights such as the Bo-Kaap area, Camps Bay, Hout Bay Beach, Chapman's Peak, Boulders Beach Penguin Colony, and Cape Hope. During the tour, the driver provides commentary to help you understand more about the sights you pass.

Skip the stress of self-driving and let your private guide handle the driving on this private afternoon tour of the Cape Peninsula. Travel from Cape Town to Cape Point along the eastern coastline on the way out and the western coastline on the way back, with stops at the Boulders Beach penguin colony, Camps Bay beach resort, and an ostrich farm. Entrance fees are at your own expense.

Embark on a safari cruise in pursuit of the Marine Big 5: dolphins, African penguins, the Cape fur seal, the bronze whaler sharks, and several whale species. Over the course of two hours, you and your group will head out to where your guide knows these animals like to hang out, learning about the marine environment through guided commentary on the way.

Expand your knowledge of South African wine and tantalize your taste buds at the same time with this wine-themed private tour with tastings included. Save time and tick off two world-renowned wine-producing areas in a day—Franschhoek and Paarl. The trip includes a cellar tour at a winery that uses production methods dating back 8,000 years, and a chance to take part in a cheese and wine pairing session.

Start your day with a visit to Table Mountain. Take a 5-minute rotating cable car ride to the top, enjoy panoramic views, explore three scenic trails, and relax at the mountain-top café. Afterwards, head to the Nelson Mandela Gateway at the V&A Waterfront for your pre-booked ferry to Robben Island. On arrival, you’ll walk past historic prison-built structures before boarding a bus for a guided tour by official Robben Island guides. This tour offers a personalized experience with a knowledgeable guide and includes transportation from your accommodation. Perfect for history enthusiasts and first-time visitors to Cape Town - Full-day tour with round-trip hotel transport - Guided ferry trip to Robben Island with an ex-prisoner - Discover Cape Town’s landmarks, including the Bo-Kaap - Ride the Table Mountain cable car for breathtaking views

Avoid the hassle of organizing car rental and let someone else do the driving instead, with this scenic day tour to Cape Agulhas—where you can visit its lighthouse and see the point where the Atlantic and Indian Oceans meet. Travel with ease between dispersed sights and tick off lots of interesting places in a day—including Hermanus, Stanford, Gansbaai, and the pretty village of Elim.