All South Africa Tours & Excursions in 2026

The perfect alternative to crowded buses—opting for a private chauffeur service allows you to get wherever you want in and around Cape Town with ease. Simply select your pickup place and time—which can be roughly a 62-mile (100-kilometer) radius from Cape Town—then ride seamlessly between stops for the duration of your chauffeur hire experience.

Get the most possible learning out of your visits to the Cradle of Humankind and Sterkfontein Cave. By traveling with a guide, you'll get the full picture of the remarkable fossil findings there and why the site is so important. Walk through Sterkfontein Caves to see the fossils of hominids such as Little Foot and Mrs. Ples, two of the greatest archaeological discoveries of our time. Note: the caves are currently closed due to heavy flooding; this tour visits the museum.

Get a comprehensive tour of Cape Town in just a half day. Great for first-time visitors or those short on time, this guided tour ensures you won't miss any highlights during your explorations. Listen to a guide's commentary as you travel about the city's history, culture, and modern life, allowing you to learn much more than you would exploring on your own. Choice of morning or afternoon departure and round-trip transportation from the door of your hotel makes this tour extra convenient.

Eliminate the stress of trying to figure out how to get from Cape Town International Airport to your hotel with this convenient private transfer service. It’s easy to locate your driver as they’ll hold up a sign with your name on it at the airport arrivals area. Then ride comfortably in an air-conditioned vehicle and enjoy the luxury of having someone else to drive while you soak up the views.

Discover the Heart of Cape Town – Your Unforgettable City Tour Step into the rhythm of the city and uncover its soul—one story, one street, one secret at a time. Our City Tour isn’t just sightseeing—it’s a journey through time, culture, and the little details that make this place truly unforgettable. Whether it’s your first visit or you’re ready to see the city from a new perspective, we’ll take you beyond the guidebook. From iconic landmarks to hidden alleyways, vibrant neighborhoods to quiet corners, you’ll experience the city like a local—with a fresh sense of wonder. Led by passionate local guides, our tours blend historical insight with personal stories and insider tips that only true city-lovers know. Think less textbook, more “wow, I never knew that!”

Spend a morning observing South Africa’s wildlife, particularly African elephants, on this small-group excursion from Port Elizabeth. Venture to the Addo Elephant Reserve to see lions, zebras, buffalo, antelopes, and elephants when they are most active. Enjoy included hotel pickup and round-trip transfers for a convenient start to your safari.

Embark on an exhilarating quad bike ride across Cape Town's only real white sand dunes at Atlantis Dunes. Join your guide on an exciting excursion and take in panoramic views from a scenic viewpoint.

Summiting Table Mountain is a must-do when in Cape Town, but long ticket lines for the cableway can eat into your sightseeing time. This pre-booked round-trip cableway ticket lets you skip the lines and head straight up the mountain where you can explore the trails and attractions at your own pace.

Take an exciting helicopter tour from Cape Town to see two oceans on one 25-minute flight. Fly around iconic Table Mountain to see the Atlantic Ocean on one side of the Cape Peninsula, then continue until you get to the Indian Ocean on the other side. Watch the terrain far below change as you fly, from beaches and rolling hills to rugged cliffs. Get great views from a small-group flight.

Important: Whale watching boat ticket (USD 95 per person) is not included and must be purchased separately at the whale watching office before departure. This tour price includes shared return transportation from Cape Town, hotel pick-up and drop-off, bottled water, and an experienced tour guide. Experience one of the world's best whale watching destinations with a seamless shared tour from Cape Town. Travel comfortably with an experienced local guide, enjoy a scenic journey along the beautiful Overberg coastline, and spend 2 hours on a purpose-built catamaran searching for southern right whales, humpback whales, and Bryde's whales (seasonal). You may also encounter dolphins, Cape fur seals, African penguins, and a variety of seabirds. To make the day even more memorable, the tour also includes a visit to the African penguin colony at Betty's Bay, giving you the chance to experience two of the Western Cape's most iconic wildlife encounters in one unforgettable day.

This is the perfect tour for travelers looking for scenic photo opportunities of the Cape Peninsula. Avoid the hassle of organizing car rental and enjoy the luxury of having a private driver instead to take you between dispersed sights. See plenty of ocean viewpoints, and stop at Maiden’s Cove to view the 12 Apostles mountain range.

Visit the Lion Park outside of Johannesburg without the hassle of renting a car. This tour includes round-trip transportation from your Johannesburg hotel and admission to the Lion Park, where you can explore at your leisure to see more than 85 lions, including the rare white lion, and other animals such as wild dogs, hyenas, and cheetahs. Take a 2-hour safari drive to see the animals.

Explore top Cape Peninsula highlights on this private full-day tour. Enjoy the winding Chapman's Peak drive, stops at Camp's Bay, Llandudno, and Muizenberg beaches, and browse arts and crafts at Hout Bay. Visit the Cape Point lighthouse and nature reserve, the southwestern tip of Africa at Cape of Good Hope, Simon's Town history, and see penguins at Boulders Beach. Includes hotel pickup and private guided experience.

A visit to Robben Island is a must to learn about South Africa’s history, and this tour offers a convenient and effective way to get there. Included hotel pickup and drop-off from Cape Town, entry to Robben Island, and a guided tour let you learn about the Island's role as a former prison and hear stories about Nelson Mandela’s 18 years of captivity.

South Africa’s Western Cape is the wine-producing hub of the African continent. On this 9-hour tour from Cape Town, you will tour three vineyards in the Cape Winelands, stopping to taste estate wines at each as well as local cheese. Along the way, learn about the winemaking process from your guide and see the South African countryside. This tour includes stops in the towns of Stellenbosch and Franschhoek.

This day safari takes you to KwaZulu-Natal, a coastal province known for its beauty and diverse array of wildlife. The tour has two stops: the African Raptor Center, with over 100 birds of prey, and the Tala Private Game Reserve, home to kudu, hippo, buffalo, giraffe, wildebeest, eland, and other big game animals. Cover both sites in just half a day, a difficult feat to do on your own.

Tick off Soweto, Mandela House, the Apartheid Museum, and Constitution Hill Human Rights Precinct in a day—without having to wait around for local buses—by choosing this private tour. The trip includes seamless private transportation to help you get between sites quickly, as well as guided tours to help expand your knowledge of South Africa’s Apartheid history.

Go on a captivating 3-hour safari drive to the remarkable Pilanesberg National Park, where you'll be accompanied by a certified wildlife tour guide. Throughout your safari drive, you can expect to encounter a fascinating array of wildlife, including the renowned "Big Five" – lions, leopards, rhinos, elephants, and buffaloes, alongside a diverse cast of animals such as zebras, giraffes, antelopes, and countless bird species. Your expert field guide will provide engaging commentary, offering insights into the park's ecosystem and the behaviors of the animals you encounter. The open-top safari vehicle provides an unobstructed view of the landscape, allowing you to fully immerse yourself in the breathtaking surroundings.

Get free entry to over 80 of Cape Town's top attractions plus free transport on the Hop-On-Hop-Off bus for the duration of your pass. Save money and time with City Pass all while exploring Cape Town. Explore the best of what Cape Town has to offer including 1 Premium Experience. Choose either a 3 or 5-day option. You'll find there's something for everyone.  Just some of the over 80 attractions include: • Free transport, for the duration of your pass, on the Hop-on Hop-off bus • Table Mountain Aerial Cableway • Sunset Champagne Cruise • Harbour Cruise • LaGuGu Township Tour • Zeitz MOCAA Museum of Contemporary African Art • Two Oceans Aquarium • World of Birds • Seal Island Cruises • Hard Rock Café • Groot Constantia Wine Estate • South African Museum • District Six Museum • SKY High-Ride • And much more Also choose 1 Premium experiences: • Helicopter Flight • Shark Cage Diving • Big 5 Safari • Cobra Sunset Cruise • Whale Watching • Breathless Combo • Paragliding • Spa Treatment

Addo Elephant National Park holds one of Africa's densest elephant populations along with the rest of the Big Five, and this full-day group trip gives cruise passengers a full morning of game viewing. Lunch is a traditional South African braai eaten inside the park, and in the afternoon, move to a private reserve nearby, where you approach giraffes on foot with a guide.

Plan your trip to Cape Town in advance with a Cape Town City Pass, which includes over 80 of the city's top attractions and experiences. Choose a 1-, 2-, or 5-day pass, all of which come with a pocket guidebook and access to a digital app with maps and information. The pass also includes transportation on the hop-on hop-off sightseeing bus, plus skip-the-line access at several attractions for faster entry.

Make the most of your time in South Africa on this expertly planned, small-group safari experience. This two-day package takes you from Johannesburg deep into Kruger National Park—one of Africa's largest game reserves—for multiple game drives in search of the Big Five. With transport, accommodation, meals, and a knowledgeable guide all arranged for you.

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.

With this small-group day tour, you can avoid the hassle of hiring a car, and let someone else drive you between highlights in and around Pretoria. Enjoy the convenience of having a full itinerary planned out for you, with stops at the Voortrekker Monument, Church Square, the Union Building, and the Cullinan Diamond Mine. Hotel pickup is included for added convenience.