Top Cape Town Unique Experiences

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.

The seaside town of Hermanus boasts some of the best land-based whale watching in the world—but that’s not all this tour features. After the chance to spot humpbacks, Bryde’s whales, and southern right whales from the bluffs above the bay, you can take to the ocean with a fully-crewed boat and whale watching specialist to see the massive creatures up close. On the return trip to Cape Town, stop by Stony Point to see penguins and then head back along scenic coastal roads.

Get up close to a variety of shark species without fear on this shark cage diving trip from Cape Town. Your guides take you out onto the water to find the best shark-spotting conditions depending on the season and conditions. No experience is required and the small group size ensures great viewing opportunities.

Savor the unique blend of scenery, history and wine found in the wine-growing regions near Cape Town on this flexible-length private tour. Choose from among more than 200 different wineries spread across the Constantia, Stellenbosch, Paarl and Franshoek wine routes, working with your guide to pick five that best match your favorite varietals and tastes. It’s the perfect way to tour this stunning region with friends or that special someone. All entrance fees, wine tastings, a driver-guide and round-trip hotel transport.

Ditch the tourist hotspots and immerse yourself in the local culture of Cape Town. This tour is the perfect antidote for travelers looking to find the best local eating and drinking spots in Cape Town. Sample a variety of traditional and artisanal dishes, such as Cape Malay curries, Xhosa dishes, and of course, local braai specialties. Conveniently, food tastings are including, so it’ll be the ultimate hassle-free experience.

Cape Town's Bo-Kaap and District 6 neighbourhoods dig deep into the history of South Africa. With a Host by your side, you can gain a fascinating insight into how these areas shape the city's past, present and future. You could explore the District 6 Museum, which pays homage to the people who lived in the area, then delve into the heart of Cape Town and experiences the city's vibrant culture before moving on to Bo-Kaap, where the streets are lined with instantly recognisable multi-coloured houses. Your Host could lead you along the cobbled streets to local mosques, famous stores, and other hidden gems along the way. We will contact you within 24 hours of your booking to find out about your interests so we can assign a like-minded Host who will create a bespoke experience for you. Your Host will suggest an itinerary and agree a meeting time and place, but you can always change your mind about what you want to do.

Taste South African wine and enjoy the Cape Winelands scenery during this full-day wine tram experience around Franschhoek from Cape Town. Travel in an open-air bus and open-sided tram to visit some of this wine region's most revered wineries. Stop for two wine tastings along the way.

Swap fixed Cape Town itineraries for something more flexible—a customized private tour. Either pick the places you visit, or let your guide take the lead and make the suggestions. It’s a great way to see the city through a local’s eyes, and to only visit places of interest to you.

With a private guide in the lead, you'll enjoy personalized attention and a flexible itinerary on this private tour of Cape Town. Book for your choice of tour duration to cover some of the city's top highlights. Learn about the city through guided commentary tailored to your group's interests.

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.

Woodstock is easily one of Cape Town’s most vibrant and diverse neighbourhoods. Home to a wealth of trendy stores, galleries, restaurants and coffee shops, as well as an array of eye-catching murals and incredible street art, there's an infectious energy that flows through the streets of Woodstock. Your Host will walk you through the neighbourhood at your own pace and showcase the very best of its quirky underbelly, along with some of the region's better-trafficked attractions. We will contact you within 24 hours of your booking to find out about your interests so we can assign a like-minded Host who will create a bespoke experience for you. Your Host will suggest an itinerary and agree a meeting time and place, but you can always change your mind about what you want to do.

Get immersed in this short tour led by a local changemaker! 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 all experiences run smoothly and guests' every last need is met, an SbS guide will be by your side throughout the entire tour 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 admission fees on your behalf. Optionally add the Photoshoot add-on for HD pics/vids of you in action sent by the Google Drive same day; and/or the Prepaid Meal add-on to share a meal with the changemaker who led your tour after the tour's finished.

Get immersed in this 3-part tour co-hosted by multiple local changemakers! A Side by Side tour is an adventure comprising 2+ of our hands-on experiences. 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 all experiences run smoothly and guests' every last need is met, an SbS guide will be by your side throughout the entire tour 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 the Google Drive same day; and/or the Prepaid Meal add-on to get food pre-ordered for prompt delivery. With flexible experience durations & sequence, choose from 6 different tour versions (more info in itinerary).

Every family’s tastes are different and planning a vacation can be a real juggling act. This private, fully personalized half-day experience pairs you with a host who knows the city backward to build an itinerary tailored to your family’s age and interests. From educational tours to parks and beaches to attractions such as planetariums and puppet theaters, Cape Town is at your fingertips. Please note: Costs are at your expense.

Cape Town is a vibrant city bursting with historical and cultural significance but with half a day to spare, you may be wondering how you can make the most of your time here. You couldn’t possibly explore all of Cape town in a week, let alone half a day – but we can help make your trip a memorable one by pairing you up with a Host who can take you to the places you've always wanted to experience. Perhaps you would like to explore a National Park and breathe in the peppery smell of fynbos in the morning or wander through the streets of a historic neighbourhood lined with Cape Dutch style houses. We will contact you within 24 hours of your booking to find out about your interests so we can assign a like-minded local who will create a bespoke experience for you. Your Host will suggest an itinerary and agree a meeting time and place, but you can always change your mind about what you want to do.

Flytographer Private Vacation Photo Shoot Connect with a local hand-picked professional photographer in Cape Town and capture your most memorable moments during this private photo shoot. Get insider tips on the best things to do in Cape Town, including where to eat & what to see from your vacation photographer. Return from your trip with beautiful, high-quality vacation photos — the best souvenir ever. We specialize in: - honeymoons - family trips - engagements - anniversaries - romantic getaways - multi-generational trips - babymoons - solo travellers - and just because! With over 10,000 5-star reviews, Flytographer is the global leader in vacation photography and has captured over 3 million memories for travellers across six continents. We’ve been featured across A-list media, including Conde Nast Traveler, Oprah, Forbes, Travel + Leisure, New York Times, BRIDES, Martha Stewart Weddings, InStyle Magazine, Elle, Buzzfeed, Refinery29, Huffington Post, & many more.

Get immersed in this 3-part tour co-hosted by multiple local changemakers! A Side by Side tour is an adventure comprising 2+ of our hands-on experiences. 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 all experiences run smoothly and guests' every last need is met, an SbS guide will be by your side throughout the entire tour 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 the Google Drive same day; and/or the Prepaid Meal add-on to get food pre-ordered for prompt delivery. With flexible experience durations & sequence, choose from 6 different tour versions (more info in itinerary).

Get immersed in this 3-part tour co-hosted by multiple local changemakers! A Side by Side tour is an adventure comprising 2+ of our hands-on experiences. 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 all experiences run smoothly and guests' every last need is met, an SbS guide will be by your side throughout the entire tour 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 the Google Drive same day; and/or the Prepaid Meal add-on to get food pre-ordered for prompt delivery. With flexible experience durations & sequence, choose from 6 different tour versions (more info in itinerary).

If it is your first time visiting Cape Town or you don’t have long, you may be wondering how you can make the most of your time here. You’ll probably want to familiarise yourself and get oriented while exploring the pristine beaches and breathtaking mountains while learning to navigate the tangles of streets in the city and charming neighbourhoods lined with Cape Dutch styled houses. Perhaps you would like to visit a National Park and breathe in the peppery smell of fynbos in the morning? Or immerse yourself in local culture by visiting an iconic monument? If there’s somewhere you’ve always wanted to see let us know so we can kickstart your memorable trip with an insider's knowledge. We will contact you within 24 hours of your booking to find out about your interests so we can assign a like-minded local who will create a bespoke experience for you. Your Host will suggest an itinerary and agree a meeting time and place, but you can always change your mind about what you want to do.

Get immersed in this short tour led by a local changemaker! 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 all experiences run smoothly and guests' every last need is met, an SbS guide will be by your side throughout the entire tour 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 admission fees on your behalf. Optionally add the Photoshoot add-on for HD pics/vids of you in action sent by the Google Drive same day; and/or the Prepaid Meal add-on to share a meal with the changemaker who led your tour after the tour's finished.

This is not a general walk through the Town ship , its a chance to live like a local. Understand how some people who live below the poverty datum line manage to survive and still have high spirits.

Get immersed in this short tour led by a local changemaker! 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 all experiences run smoothly and guests' every last need is met, an SbS guide will be by your side throughout the entire tour 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 admission fees on your behalf. Optionally add the Photoshoot add-on for HD pics/vids of you in action sent by the Google Drive same day; and/or the Prepaid Meal add-on to share a meal with the changemaker who led your tour after the tour's finished.

Get immersed in this short tour led by a local changemaker! 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 all experiences run smoothly and guests' every last need is met, an SbS guide will be by your side throughout the entire tour 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 admission fees on your behalf. Optionally add the Photoshoot add-on for HD pics/vids of you in action sent by the Google Drive same day; and/or the Prepaid Meal add-on to share a meal with the changemaker who led your tour after the tour's finished.

Get immersed in this short tour led by a local changemaker! 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 all experiences run smoothly and guests' every last need is met, an SbS guide will be by your side throughout the entire tour 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 admission fees on your behalf. Optionally add the Photoshoot add-on for HD pics/vids of you in action sent by the Google Drive same day; and/or the Prepaid Meal add-on to share a meal with the changemaker who led your tour after the tour's finished.