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Table Mountain, Penguins & Cape Point Small Group Tour from Cape Town
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Save time, avoid crowds, and see the highlights of the Cape Town area in a single day on this small-group tour. 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, and visit the penguin colony of Boulder's Beach.
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$53.14
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$53.14

Cape of Good Hope-Cape Point & Penguins Private Tour from Cape Town
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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, complete with on-board refreshments and Wi-Fi, as you 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.
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$118.11
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$118.11
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Full-Day Franschhoek Wine Tram Tour from Cape Town
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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 as you like without worrying about driving. Convenient pickup and drop-off at Cape Town hotels makes this an easy door-to-door option.
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$40.80
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$40.80

Full Day Ultimate Pilanesberg National Park Safari
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The Pilanesberg National Park is home to Africa’s Big Five—lion, leopard, rhinoceros, elephant, and Cape buffalo. On this full-day tour, increase your chance of wildlife sightings with two guided game drives in an open safari vehicle, tuck into a delicious lunch looking out over a popular waterhole, and perhaps spot giraffe, hippos, zebras, and antelope in their natural environment.
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$157.84
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$157.84
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Half day Robben Island Tour.
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As one of South Africa’s most visited museums, Robben Island tours are best booked well in advance. This half-day package includes museum admission and round-trip transfer from your Cape Town accommodation, ensuring a hassle-free trip. Learn about the island’s long history from your guide and see the cell that housed Nelson Mandela, then take time to reflect on your voyage back to the mainland.
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$98.06
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$98.06

Cape of Good Hope and Penguins Full-Day Tour From Cape Town
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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 towns of Hout Bay and Kalk Bay, as well as the African Penguin colony at Boulders Beach.
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$42.39
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$42.39

Cape of Good Hope & Penguins Small Group Tour from Cape Town
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Discover the wild scenery, unique culture, and rugged coastline of the Cape Peninsula during this full-day sightseeing tour. Drive along the roads of this incredible peninsula, stopping to explore pristine beaches, charming coastal towns, and local wildlife. Observe a community of penguins on Boulders Beach, visit two oceans and journey to the edge of the African continent at the Cape of Good Hope. A guide, some entrance fees, and round-trip hotel transport are also included.
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$48.08
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$48.08

Table Mountain, Boulder's Penguins & Cape Point Private Tour from Cape Town
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The beautiful beaches and stunning natural landscapes of the Cape Peninsula stretch south of Cape Town all the way to Cape Point. On this private tour, travel in the comfort of a private vehicle and stop as often as you like to take photos. Ride the cable car to the top of Table Mountain, visit the Boulders Beach penguin colony, and follow the famous Chapman's Peak drive.
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$111.78
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$111.78
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Soweto and Johannesburg Guided Day Tour
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Get to know South Africa’s biggest city on a full-day tour that covers all the highlights of Johannesburg and Soweto. Take in the views from the Top of Africa, learn about the city’s history as you visit Constitutional Hill and the Apartheid Museum, then follow in the footsteps of Nelson Mandela in Soweto, with a tour of the Nelson Mandela House, Hector Pieterson Museum, and Freedom Square.
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$82.24
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$82.24
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Aquila Game Reserve Wildlife Safari from Cape Town
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Spend a full 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.
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$170.18
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$170.18

Big-Five Safari Full Day Guided Private Transfer from Cape Town
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Spotting the Big Five—lion, leopard, rhinoceros, elephant, and Cape buffalo—is a priority for many visitors to South Africa and this tour is ideal for those with limited time. Travel from Cape Town by private vehicle, enjoying views of the Breede River, Hex River Wine Valley, and Table Mountain along the way, then join a group safari drive at a private game reserve and enjoy some incredible wildlife-watching opportunities.
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$148.03
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$148.03
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Full-Day Pilanesburg Nature Reserve Tour
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Come and experience the wonders of the Pilanesberg Nature reserve in an open 4x4 Safari vehicle on this 10-hour tour. Have the opportunity to view the big 5 (lion, elephant, rhino, buffalo, and leopard), up close and personal. After lunch (included), you can choose to either do another safari drive in a closed vehicle (Minivan).
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$126.21
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$126.21
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Half-Day Tour of Soweto Tour
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Visiting South Africa's most famous township can be tricky to do independently. But this half-day tour of Soweto lets you explore with a guide who was born and raised there. You'll hear personal insights into the culture of the township and learn about Soweto's vibrant modern personality.
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$62.63
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$62.63
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Private Sightseeing Trip to the Cape of Good Hope and Boulders Penguin Colony
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Visit the Cape of Good Hope and Boulders Penguin Colony with your own private guide by booking this tour. Along with taking in coastal scenery and visiting the Boulders Penguin Colony, you'll also get the chance to try locally roasted coffee, do a little shopping, and make a brief stop at an ostrich farm.
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$107.41
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$107.41
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Maropeng Cradle of Humankind & Sterkfontein Cave Experience
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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.
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$85.40
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$85.40
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Stellenbosch and Franschhoek Winelands Full Day Shared Tour
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Raise a glass to an incredible day of wine, food, scenery, and history during this small-group, excursion to the Cape Winelands. Explore the unique wineries and stunning landscape of this region just north of Cape Town, stopping at wineries for tastings accompanied by local meats like biltong (dried meat) and cheeses. In between tastings, discover the historic cities of Stellenbosch and Franschhoek and see Drakenstein, the prison that once held South African leader Nelson Mandela. A guide, plus round-trip hotel transport are covered.
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$53.14
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$53.14

Cape Point and Boulder's Beach Penguins Full Day Tour
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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. You can also take part in an optional hike in the reserve if you choose.
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$31.31
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$31.31

Marine Big 5 Safari from Cape Town
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Get the best possible shot at seeing Africa's Marine Big 5—the African penguin, the Cape fur seal, the great white shark, dolphin, and whale—on this guided tour to Dyer Island. An onboard biologist and experienced crew promise an educational experience focused on learning about the biology and behavior of these marine animals. Additionally, get a chance to visit the African Penguin and Seabird Sanctuary (APSS) either before or after the trip.
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$132.85
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$132.85

Stellenbosch Half Day Wine Tour
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Combine wine tastings, cheese tastings, and a cellar visit on this action-packed half-day tour of Stellenbosch. Save time figuring out public transport schedules by having round-trip transport from Cape Town included. It’ll be the ultimate day of convenience as wine tastings are included. Venture into Cape Winelands and visit two wine farms for wine and cheese tastings.
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$50.62
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$50.62

Paarl, Franschhoek and Stellenbosch Wine Tour from Cape Town
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Spend the day exploring the 3 top wine regions of Paarl, Franschhoek and Stellenbosch. This day tour to the Cape Winelands – which includes a wine and chocolate pairing with cellar tour, an Urban Wine (or Beer) tasting in Franschhoek as well as an afternoon wine tasting and cheese pairing after enjoying a guided walk in the town of Stellenbosch – a must-do for visitors and locals alike.
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$40.80
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$40.80

Table Mountain & Robben Island Tour
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A must visit when touring Cape Town. From panoramic views and activities to where Mandela was imprisoned. Table Mountain and Robben Island.
Please Note:
When booking, please provide us with the following:
- A passport or ID(for South African citizens) number
- An emergency contact number
This information is purely for SAMSA compliance and will not be shared with anyone other then the Master of the ferry for Robben Island.
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$99.32
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$99.32
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Robben Island tour with additional stops at famous spots!!
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Make a visit to the must-see Robben Island easy and convenient with an included ticket and pickup at your Cape Town CBD hotel. You'll be escorted on the ferry to the island, then climb aboard a bus for a tour. Learn about famous ex-prisoner Nelson Mandela and others sharing stories about their apartheid-era imprisonment via an audio guide. After the boat trip back to the mainland, you're welcome to explore the waterfront on your own.
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$173.97
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$173.97

Robben Island, Table Mountain and Cape Town City Private Day Tour
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This full-day Cape Town excursion offers two tours wrapped into one. With round-trip transportation from your hotel, part 1 takes you via ferry to Robben Island, where Nelson Mandela was imprisoned for 18 years. A bus tour of the island, delivered with intimate detail by a former political prisoner, includes a viewing of Mandela's jail cell.
Part 2 returns to Cape Town for a guided city bus tour highlighting all its major monuments and places of interest including a cable car ride to the top of Table Mountain.
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$154.99
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$154.99

Full-Day Stellenbosch, Franschhoek and Paarl Wine Tasting Tour from Cape Town
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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 'biltong' (cured meat) and 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, Franschhoek, and Paarl.
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$77.64
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$77.64
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