Top Western Cape Day Trips

Cape Town's best and most authentic wine tasting experience! The wine tractor is a hop-on hop-off tour of some of the finest wine farms & hidden gems in Stellenbosch's Golden Triangle. Explore the vineyards & working wine farms, visiting grand estates, boutique producers, and historic homesteads. Enjoy a unique perspective that only a tractor can give you as you travel through the back-roads and vineyards while our friendly guides teach you about the area and Stellenbosch's history of wine-making. At every farm you will get 65 minutes to relax and enjoy the wines or grab a bite to eat at a relaxed un-rushed pace before setting off the the next farm. Most farms are child-friendly, offering kids' areas and activities. Only 35 min from Cape Town, 20 from the airport. Please note that cellar tours are not included in the tour. It is a wine tasting tour sampling the different wines produced on each different farm. Cellar tours can be arranged directly with some farms at a extra cost

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.

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.

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 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.

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.

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.

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.

If you only have limited time to discover Cape Town, then it can be a challenging quest to shortlist the essential places to see. Save yourself the effort, and make your hours go further by choosing this small-group half-day tour. The trip begins with hotel pickup and the route visits lots of top sights, including Table Mountain, Camps Bay Beach, Bo-Kaap, and the Cape Town Diamond Museum.

Come along on an unforgettable half-day tour that offers a unique blend of nature and breathtaking scenery, starting at the enchanting Boulder's Beach, home to a lively colony of adorable African penguins. Immerse yourself in the delightful experience of observing these charming creatures in their natural habitat, as you stroll along picturesque boardwalks. After your penguin encounter, ascend to the iconic Table Mountain, where stunning panoramic views of Cape Town and its coastline await. This tour promises a perfect mix of wildlife watching and scenic exploration, providing a memorable adventure that captures the essence of South Africa's diverse beauty in just a few hours.

Spend a day at the Aquila Game Reserve, the closest one to Cape Town, on this safari tour. Get excited to see the ‘Big Five’ game animals and endangered species such as the ‘Aquila’ Black Eagle on this worry-free trip, which includes pickup at your Cape Town city center hotel. This is one of the easiest safari tours near Cape Town, on a private game reserve in a malaria-free area.

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.

Experience a truly unforgettable one-day journey from Cape Town, showcasing the very best of the Cape Peninsula. Our carefully curated tour takes you along the breathtaking Chapman’s Peak Drive, to the playful seals of Seal Island, the iconic surfers’ paradise of Muizenberg, the charming penguin colony at Boulders Beach, and the dramatic landscapes of Cape Point and the Cape of Good Hope. What makes this tour special is not only the variety of world-class destinations covered in a single day, but also the seamless blend of natural beauty, wildlife encounters, and cultural highlights – all guided with personal care and local expertise. -cape point where the Atlantic Ocean current and Indian ocean current meet amidst dramatic cliffs and breathtaking visitas.at the cape of good hope nature reserve, you can hike along scenic trails, Marvelous at the rugged coastline, and spot wildlife.

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.

This full-day tour makes it easy to check off Bo-Kaap, Hout Bay, the Cape of Good Hope, and Boulders Beach Penguin Colony without planning an itinerary or managing logistics. Enjoy hotel pickup and a scenic route with plenty of photo stops and entertaining commentary from your guide along the way.

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.

Experience the beauty of the African bush with a sunset safari at a big 5 Private Game Reserve, a short drive from Cape Town. This unforgettable adventure lets you witness the Big Five and other wildlife as the sun sets, casting golden light over the stunning Karoo landscape. Relax in the reserve’s serene atmosphere while expert guides ensure an enriching and exciting experience. Fees: is not included to the tour includes game drive and refreshments. Don’t miss this opportunity to create magical memories—book your sunset safari today!

Discover the wonders of Cape Town and the entire Cape Peninsula on this full-day tour. Explore pristine, white-sand beaches, visit the most southwestern point of Africa at Cape Point, and watch penguins at Boulder's Penguin Colony (optional) all in one day. Plus, drive along one of the world's most scenic drives—Chapman's Peak—for even more beautiful views.

Get a personalized look at the scenic Cape West Coast region during this full-day private tour aboard a private vehicle. Enjoy the coastal scenery and fun-filled sightseeing stops including a wine and olive tasting, a visit to Langebaan and !Khwa ttu village, West Coast National Park, a look at the West Coast Fossil Park, and much more. Entrance fees and tastings extra.

Enjoy a scenic drive along the Cape Peninsula with a private guide. The tour includes four major stops—Hout Bay Harbour, Chapman’s Peak, Cape of Good Hope, and Boulders Penguin Colony. Shop for arts and crafts, visit a fish market, snap photos, visit with the resident penguins in Simon’s Town, and more.

Visit some of South Africa's most notable wine-growing regions with hotel pickup and drop-off from Cape Town. Enjoy several experiences in one tour: In addition to securing your ticket for the Franschhoek tram, you'll also visit Stellenbosch, a historic town, and make stops at several wine estates. Choose from options with or without tastings at several different wineries.

Spend time watching one of the world’s most feared fish on this thrilling diving experience. Learn about various shark species from your marine biologist guide, and then dive into the water in a cage to observe sharks in their natural habitat. It's an ideal choice for aquatic animal lovers. Breakfast, snacks, and hotel pick-up and drop-off are included for a truly seamless experience.

Spend a day whale watching and wine tasting on this full-day trip to Hermanus from Cape Town. See migrating Southern Right, Humpback and Bryde's Whales off the coast of Hermanus from June through mid-December. Sample some of the local wines on route to Cape Town.