Top Cape Town Wildlife Encounters

Spend time watching one of the world’s most feared fish on this 4-to-6-hour cage diving experience . Travel to the ocean off the coast of Gansbaai for a full-day tour. Learn about great white sharks from your marine-biologist guide, and then dive into the water in a cage to observe sharks in their natural habitat. Breakfast, snacks and hotel-pick up and drop off are included.

Dive with sharks off the coast of Cape Town during this small-group excursion. With an experienced captain and crew in the lead, you'll be perfectly safe and listen to guided commentary on the biology and behavior of the sharks before you get in the water. A small group makes for lots of personalized attention and an intimate atmosphere.

False Bay is a mere 30min drive from Cape Town international airport and a shark hotspot. This fun and educational trip is for the whole family, with no age restrictions and no experience needed. We generally target three species of shark on these excursions namely Great white sharks, Bronze whaler sharks, and the prehistoric Sevengill shark. These sharks are awesome! Nothing compares to seeing a shark in real life for the first time and all preconceived ideas are crushed with the first viewing.

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.

With this horseback riding safari, you can explore the West Coast of South Africa at a much faster pace than a walking tour. Enjoy beautiful coastal views on an untouched stretch of beach and look out for local wildlife at the same time, as the journey visits places where giraffes, water buffalos, and zebras have been spotted before.

When going on a safari, there can be a lot of pressure to spot all the animals in one day, so take the stress out of your Cape Town adventures by giving yourself two days to combine sightseeing and safari trips. Visit the Klein Karoo wine region, the Ceres fruit-growing area, and go on both an evening bush safari and a morning safari to maximize your chances of animal sightings.

Wine fans and thrillseekers—get ready for a day of adventures. Starting with a convenient Cape Town hotel pickup, head off to a nature reserve for a ziplining session with spectacular mountain views. Later, travel seamlessly to a cold climate area of the Cape. Here, you’ll have a special opportunity to try wines with completely different characteristics to wines you might have tried from more touristy warm climate regions.

Many wildlife fans visit South Africa with one important mission—to go on a safari and spot the Big Five. With this tour, save time doing research and get taken directly to a place that’s known for being home to the Big Five—Aquila Game Reserve. This hassle-free trip includes Cape Town pickup, breakfast, lunch, and safari rides—so you can relax and fully focus on wildlife sightings, instead of organizing any logistics.

Experience the Cape Peninsula in unparalleled luxury with Utopia Escapades. Our bespoke tours offer personalized itineraries tailored to your interests, ensuring a journey as unique as you are. Travel in style with private transportation, expert guides, and exclusive access to hidden gems. Immerse yourself in the region's rich history, breathtaking landscapes, and vibrant culture while contributing to sustainable tourism practices. From encounters with African penguins at Boulders Beach to panoramic views from Cape Point, every moment is crafted with meticulous attention to detail. Discover the Cape Peninsula with us and create memories to last a lifetime.

Too tired for a full day tour after a long flight ,or are you planning to travel in the evening ? Skip the bus and take one our professional guide/driver to show you our African Penguins Highly recommended for Penguins lover. Note that we are very flexible on time

A fun-filled, full day tour, around the majestic, truly enchanting, Cape Peninsula. Lead with love, by experts, who call this region “home”. We Follow the classic Cape Point route. Making sure, we hit all the attractions. But, being the adventurous, nature geeks that we are, it's not uncommon for our Guides to throw the script out of the window, (so to speak) and/or visit a rarely ventured, hidden gem (or two). You know, for good measure. (And simply because, we can.) Whether taking part in the activities, or just ‘hanging out’. We guarantee, A well-balanced, unforgettable, touring experience, suitable for all ages. With a generous mixture, of sights, sounds and smells, and enough to time to take it all in. A guarantee, achieved with auspicious planning, world class support, passion and years of experience on this iconic route. But don’t take our word for it. The proof, is ultimately in the pudding.

I can tailor your trip depending on your level of fitness / level of bravery / all requests met. Suits beginners or hardcore hiking enthusiasts. Mullti day hikes offered that gives you a variety of views of the most beautiful City in the World*

Get immersed in this experience hosted by a local changemaker! Enter the inspiring world underneath Cape Town's touristy surface. A Side by Side experience is the perfect, hands-on way to 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 your changemaker-hosted experience runs smoothly and guests' every last need is met, an SbS guide will be by your side throughout, 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 Google Drive same day. Learn, laugh, imagine, bond, and come away a changed person after sharing this experience with some seriously inspiring locals.

Get immersed in this experience hosted by a local changemaker! Enter the inspiring world underneath Cape Town's touristy surface. A Side by Side experience is the perfect, hands-on way to 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 your changemaker-hosted experience runs smoothly and guests' every last need is met, an SbS guide will be by your side throughout, 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 Google Drive same day. Learn, laugh, imagine, bond, and come away a changed person after sharing this experience with some seriously inspiring locals.

Our 4-day group adventure tour is an affordable way to explore the Western Cape, Little Karoo, Whale Route, Addo Elephant National Park, and the Wine Route (Route 62). This tour starts in Cape Town every Monday, and ends back in Cack Town every Thursday. Join us for the road trip of a lifetime! African Safaris has been operating the Garden Route & Addo National Park for many years. Our 4-day group adventure tour is an affordable way to explore the Western Cape, Wine Route, Little Karoo, Whale Route, Addo Elephant National Park, Robberg Nature Reserve and Hermanus. The tour has a good mix of nature, culture and adventure, so you can experience the best the Garden Route has to offer. This tour starts in Cape Town every Monday, and ends back in Cape Town every Thursday.

Spotting the Big Five is a goal for many South African travelers, and staying in Cape Town doesn’t need to mean missing out. This private safari package brings you to a reserve around a 2.5-hour drive from Cape Town. Enjoy a buffet breakfast on arrival, take a morning game drive in open 4WD vehicles with wraparound views, then eat a buffet lunch and return via the scenic route.

The Zambezi Classic Long is the longest safari Natureways has to offer lasting 10 days and 9 nights it stretches over 2 National Parks, 4 designated sections of the Zambezi and covers 230 km, each day an average of 23 km will be paddled. The safari starts 8 km downstream from the Kariba Dam Wall, guests will paddle 18 km out of the Kariba Gorge onto the River’s floodplains which offer unforgettable game sightings. The safari will take guests along the Mana Pools National Park shoreline which is a World Heritage Site which holds an abundance of game and about 380 bird species. Once past Mana Pools guests will canoe into the Mupata Gorge with its spectacular geographical features of red cliffs. The Zambezi Classic Long Safari allows guests to feel at one with nature and to capture the essence of Africa.