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Best Adventure & Outdoor in Cape Town
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Best Adventure & Outdoor in Cape Town
Our expertly curated list of the best adventure & outdoor in Cape Town, ranked by traveler reviews and ratings.
#1
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Kayak with penguins and Hike Cape of Good Hope
5 (62)
From $2250 ZAR
We paddle by kayak from Simon’s Town to Boulders Beach, where African penguins waddle and swim at arm’s length. Then off to hike a beautiful trail in the Cape of Good Hope with history, adventure, and natural beauty.
#2
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10 Day Cape & Garden Route Tour Combo with add-on accommodation
5 (12)
From $23320 ZAR
The iconic sights of Cape Town and the wondrous Garden Route unfold before you on this 10-Day Tour Package. Spend five days exploring the euro-chic city and its famed surrounds. Guided day trips along the Cape Peninsula and Cape Winelands gives you the opportunity to visit several local hotspots and sample award-winning wines with unique pairings. During your Cape Town stay you can explore the city on your own with an included hop-on-hop-off City Sightseeing bus pass; that stops at popular attractions like Table Mountain, Kirstenbosch Gardens, V&A Waterfront, Camps Bay and Constantia. Accommodation in Cape Town is an optional extra that can be added. The guided five-day Garden Route tour sees you immersed in pure wilderness. Visit majestic national parks, Addo safari; 4x4 game drive; Cango Caves, optional bungy from the world’s highest commercial bridge jump; Knysna heads, optional surfing in J'bay and wine tasting along Route 62 are just some of the activities you'll experience.
#3
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Nelson Mandela's Robben Island Prison Museum Cape Town City Tour + Ferry Tickets
5 (10)
From $3000 ZAR
This is a great tour which brings the tourist face to face with history, nature and sightseeing opportunities. Experience the life of World Statesman Nelson Mandela during his 18 years of imprisonment at the world heritage site Robben Island as part of his 27 years in prison. Climb the Table Mountain - voted one of the new 7 world wonders in 2012, attracts 800 000 visitors annually. Experience Cape culture at Bo-Kaap that has bright coloured houses as a celebration of their freedom from slavery. The first residents arrived from Indonesia, Java, Malaysia and other parts of Asia. It is also a heritage site. The Company Gardens has a rich history, it has also has museums like the Slave Lodge, the Iziko South African Museum, the Planetarium. The S.A. Art gallery, the Cape Town Holocaust centre, St Georges Cathedral. There is also amazing fauna and flora. The Castle of Good Hope is the oldest standing colonial building in South Africa.
#4
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Cape Town Highlights & Hidden Gems: Private Tour with a Local
5 (8)
From $27 GBP
Cape Town is vast and layered—and with limited time, it can be hard to know where to start. This experience solves that by connecting you with a host who lives and breathes the city. Whether you want to walk through leafy parks, trace the city’s colonial past, dive into the food scene, or simply uncover places guidebooks skip, your host will tailor a flexible route just for you. Within 24 hours of booking, you’ll receive a short questionnaire. Based on your responses, we’ll match you with a like-minded host who will reach out to finalize your itinerary and meeting point. Expect relaxed conversation, spontaneous moments, and a local perspective that transforms your visit into something unforgettable.
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#5
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Learn to Cook Traditional Cape Malay Dishes in a Cape Town Home
5 (5)
From $92 USD
Enjoy an authentic cooking class in a Manenberg home with Colleen and Ruth, sisters who have 3 decades of food industry experience. This is a perfect experience for anyone looking to connect with local culture over food. Colleen and Ruth were born in Manenberg on the Cape Flats, a community borne out of Apartheid's spatial laws, yet rich with diverse cultures. Growing up on the Flats allowed them to forge deep bonds with neighbors, and create a community based on love, kindness and food. Your cooking class will take place in their home kitchen. Learn to make 2-3 traditional Cape Malay dishes from their family recipes and enjoy your meal together in your host's home. • Learn to cook Cape Malay cuisine which is all about bold flavors and warm hugs in a local home • Introduction to South Africa's heritage, culture and cuisine • 100% private activity • Experience South African hospitality in a residential Manenberg neighborhood • Vegetarian and gluten free options available
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much do adventure & outdoor cost in Cape Town?
Adventure & Outdoor in Cape Town range from $27 to $23320, with an average price of $5738. The highest-rated option is "Kayak with penguins and Hike Cape of Good Hope" with a 5-star rating.
What are the best adventure & outdoor in Cape Town?
Cape Town has 5 adventure & outdoor available, averaging 5 stars across 97 reviews. The top-rated experience is "Kayak with penguins and Hike Cape of Good Hope".
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