Day Trips & Excursions in Cape Town

Spend a full day in pursuit of whales on this tour from Cape Town. With round-trip transportation to the Cape of Good Hope and the Cape Point Nature Preserve, you'll skip the hassle of renting a car and be able to enjoy the scenery on the journey. You'll also embark on a 2.5-hour whale watching boat trip on False Bay, during which you'll learn about whale biology and behavior from your guide.

The rocky Cape Peninsula is home to some of South Africa's most spectacular scenery and lies just south of Cape Town. This full-day tour takes you all the way to Cape Point at the southern tip, where you can ride the funicular to the Cape Point Lighthouse or walk along the coast. Along the way, stop to spot penguins on Boulders Beach, admire the views along the Chapmans Peak Drive, and visit Houts Bay, where boat cruises run to Seal Island.

If you've got limited time in Cape Town and want to plan a personalized day trip based on your preferences - this is the tour for you. It'll be a stress-free day with Cape Town hotel pickup and drop-off included. Travel in a comfortable vehicle between dispersed locations and get insider tips on the best viewpoints. Itineraries vary based on your interests, but potential sites include Hout Bay, Clifton, Camps Bay, Boulders Beach, Kalk Bay, and Cape Point.

Hike, bike, and drive around the Cape Peninsula during a full-day sightseeing tour with a focus on the region's natural attractions. Visit Boulders Beach, Cape Fur, and Cape Point Nature Reserve, and see a penguin colony as well as other wildlife. Private transportation and commentary from your guide ensure a comfortable and informative tour, making it ideal for first-time visitors.

Combine a boat trip to Robben Island, an cable car ascent of Table Mountain, and a tour of Bo-Kaap on this full-day tour in Cape Town. Visit two of the city's UNESCO World Heritage sites to learn about the country's and city's culture and history. Guided tour of Nelson Mandela's site of incarceration in Robben Island, cable car fare up Table Mountain, and lunch on the Victoria & Alfred Waterfront included.

Discover the wonders of the Cape Peninsula on a full-day tour. Depart from Cape Town for the coastal town of Hout Bay, where you'll have free time to peruse craft markets, stroll beaches, or cruise over to Duiker Island (own expense) to view resident Cape fur seals. Next travel along the spectacularly scenic Chapman's Peak Drive, detouring at Cape Point nature reserve en route to the stunning and remote Cape of Good Hope. Round out your trip with an optional visit to Boulders Beach, home to hundreds of African penguins.

Cape Town has one of the most scenic drives in the world! Enjoy the breath-taking views as we give you a local's perspective of a conventional tour. Experience a unique version of a Peninsula Tour as we focus on the best kept secrets this route has to offer! When it comes to the Cape, there's so much to see that one day never did it justice...until now. Let us 'locals' show you how to travel the Cape in style.Highlights: Strangers Club, Kalk Bay, Boulders, Chapmans Peak, Hout Bay/Mojo Market.Please note: This tour does not usually include Cape Point. However, entrance into Cape Point can be included upon request. This would be would be at your own cost.

Spend some time in the great outdoors during this full-day private trip to South Africa's Swartberg Mountains region. Experience the postcard-perfect scenery and diverse wildlife of this natural haven as you stop at the UNESCO-listed Swartberg pass, scout for 'klipspringer' (antelopes) and jackals, and learn about local conservation efforts at the H.O.P.E. Foundation, plus much more.

Enjoy the top highlights of Cape Town in one day thanks to this 8-hour combination sightseeing trip and wine tasting excursion. Check out the views on top of Table Mountain before taking scenic coastal drive to see Maidon's Cove, Chapman's Peak Drive, Glencairn, Muizenberg, and much more. An included wine tasting of 5 local vintages in Steenberg adds to the fun. All entrance fees and transport are also included.

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.

- Visit the spectacular Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve - See the African penguins at Boulders Beach in Simonstown - Taste wine and cheese and do a cellar tour in historic Stellenbosch Enjoy the best of both worlds on this combination tour. Enjoy a morning Cape Peninsula tour and spend the afternoon in the Cape Winelands with a wine-and-cheese tasting and cellar tour in historic Stellenbosch.

Sit back and enjoy the scenery on this full-day tour of the Peninsula and the Cape of Good Hope's Cape Point. Booking this tour means there's no need to rent a car and fuss over directions; all those details will be taken care of for you. Stop at all the landmarks in the area, including the Boulders penguin colony and the lighthouse at Cape Point, among others. Learn about the history and ecosystem in the area through guided commentary.

Your private tour guide will drive you around the city pointing out historical facts and important buildings, museums, parliament and not forgetting the cultural aspect, you'll get to visit the famous African Market, where you'll have a chance to do some shopping if desired.  If time allows, visit the District Six museum or perhaps Signal Hill and finally take the cable car up to Table Mountain where you'll get an amazing perspective of the city of Cape Town along with views of Robben Island.  If the weather doesn't allow for a Table Mountain trip, then your guide will take you on a tour to the famous Kirstenbosch Gardens.

The Cape Winelands is home to historic vineyards and traditional wineries - but finding the best of them requires local knowledge. On this private tour, sample diverse wines at three exclusive estates with your guide, and customise your itinerary to explore more of the Cape Winelands during your day. With round-trip travel from your Cape Town accommodation included, sample the diverse wines in production and see the best of the Cape Winelands region with ease.

Discover the wild scenery, unique culture and rugged coastline of the Cape Peninsula during this 8-hour sightseeing trip. 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. It's a great opportunity to get a sense for the unique geography of this stunning area. A guide, some entrance fees and round-trip hotel transport are also included.

The dramatic coastal roads and beautiful beaches of the Cape Peninsula lie just south of Cape Town. Take in the highlights on this full-day tour and travel in the comfort of a private vehicle, all the way to Cape Point at the southern tip. Along the way, cruise to Seal Island from Houts Bay, visit an ostrich farm, admire the views along the Chapmans Peak Drive, and spot penguins on Boulders Beach.

- Admire the spectacular natural scenery of the Cape Peninsula - Take the funicular up the lighthouse at Cape Point - Visit the African Penguin Colony at Boulders Beach

See the best of Cape Town on this guided, full-day tour for couples or small, private groups or families. Our very first approach will be to drive to the top of Signal Hill from where the city bowl unfolds. No better view of the city bowl anywhere to be found. On top of the stunning view of Table Bay, Cape Town Stadium, Robben Island and Table Mountain will unfold. As we take the revolving Cable Car to the 1086m high Table Mountain top a circular walk awaits as we observe the city from many beautiful look-out points. We return to the lower cable station and do a stunning coastal drive to see the city at its best. Chapman's Peak drive follows, thereafter Simonstown - viewpoint follows as wehead to the quaint Kalk Bay Harbour for lunchstop (own account). We conclude the tour with a spectacular Boy's Mountain Drive to a wonderful Muizenberg Viewpoint before we drive to a vineyard to end the tour with wine tasting. Drop off around 17h00

Explore the edge of the world during this full-day round trip road trip. Catch a boat to Seal Island in the morning, then hit the road and wind your way along the Misty Cliffs. View more wildlife and spectacular scenery on your way to the Cape of Good Hope to ride a funicular up to the lighthouse. Return trip via Boulders Beach to visit with African Penguins.

Get to know the Constantia Valley's wine region on this full-day private tour from Cape Town. Through several winery visits and your dedicated guide's commentary, get to know the history of wine production in the the oldest wine region in the Southern Hemisphere. Highlights include visits, cellar tours, and tastings at Groot Constantia and the Eagles Nest Wine Estate, among others. Round-trip private transportation for you and your party from Cape Town hotels.