Day Trips in Cape Town

Explore the scenic beauty of the Cape Peninsula with a driving tour of Cape Point from Cape Town. See where the Atlantic and Indian Oceans meet off the South African coast. Admire the rugged Twelve Apostles mountains. Travel along Chapman's Peak, one of the world's most beautiful drives. Visit Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens and a penguin colony at Boulder's Beach (optional).

Visit the Heart of Cape Town Museum, which honours all those who played a major role in the human heart transplant, and explore Groot Constantia wine farm where you indulge in a chocolate and wine pairing. Return to Cape Town via the scenic coastal route.

A full-day driving tour of the Cape Peninsula offers an ideal overview of the area for first time visitors hoping to squeeze the best of must-see natural and cultural attractions into a single day. Join your guide for a narrated tour in the comfort of a private vehicle that takes you to key attractions including Bo-Kaap and the Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve.

Combine two of South Africa's top activities, whale-watching and wine-tasting, in a single 9-hour tour from Cape Town. Travel to Hermanus to see right whales off the coast or upgrade your tour with an optional whale-watching cruise. Taste local wines in the Hemel en Aarde Valley, then visit Sir Lowry's Pass and Elgin. Tastings and round-trip transportation from your accommodations in Cape Town are included.

Experience an unusual safari on the urban streets of Cape Town during this full-day tour. Hop in to a rustic van covered with eye-catching art, which will ferry you around the city to see some of the off-the-beaten-path landmarks and hidden gems known only to the locals. With a savvy guide in the lead, learn much more about the true spirit of Cape Town than you would exploring the typical tourist hot spots on your own. You'll also visit local wineries and craft beer breweries to taste some of the city's best products.

Swap Cape Town for a day exploring the beautiful scenery of the West Coast. You won't have to worry about bringing a bike with you as bike hire is included, as well as roundtrip transportation from Cape Town. By going on a guided cycle tour, you'll discover hidden rural sites that you wouldn't discover alone. A highlight of the tour is meeting San (Bushmen) and learning about their culture at the Khwa Ttu San Centre. A delicious lunch is also included.

See the best of Cape Town including a trip to the top of Table Mountain and a minibus tour of the city's highlights during this half-day tour. Survey the city from Table Mountain, ride the cable car back down (own expense), and then see Cape Town's main sights from your minibus. See places such as the Diamond Works and the Malay Quarter on Signal Hill.

Get a full picture of Cape Town's rich cultural history through visits to the Langa and Gugulethu Townships, as well as the District Six Museum, on this half-day tour. Learn about the role and history of the townships in the larger fabric of Cape Town culture white visiting a shebeen (tavern), a local market, a sangoma (traditional doctor) and an arts and crafts center.

Combine two top-selling tours for a discounted price with this Cape Town Super Saver. See both scenic Cape Point, along one of the most beautiful coastal roads in the country; and charming Stellenbosch, the historic home of South Africa's winemaking world. Cover the highlights of the Western Cape in one day, including a wine tasting session, for an ideal introduction to Cape Town culture.

Combine a game drive, a craft beer tasting, and a wine tasting in a single tour from Cape Town. Planning this multi-stop excursion independently may seem daunting, but this tour arranges all the details in advance. Enjoy the scenery while a driver navigates up the West Coast to Buffelsfontein, where you'll embark on a guided game drive. Visit both the Darling Breweries and the Groote Post Wine Estate to taste local wines and beers without worrying about a sober ride back to Cape Town.