Top South Africa Unique Experiences

Soar over the Cradle of Humankind or the Magaliesberg mountain range on a sunrise hot air balloon flight. Have some refreshments as you watch the balloon being inflated, then set off on a scenic adventure in the sky. Fly over one of the two sites with your experienced pilot, taking in the sweeping views of South Africa below. After the flight, enjoy a full breakfast as you savor newly-minted memories.

Enjoy an intimate balloon ride on a smaller ballon built for two passengers. Float above the Magaliesberg Mountains for epic views at sunrise, sipping sparkling wine and enjoying commentary from your dedicated guide/pilot. Once you land, enjoy a full English breakfast to round out your experience.

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.

Take in aerial views of the Magaliesbergs and the Cradle of Humankind on this hot air balloon safari. Get the best possible perspective on this striking landscape without paying for the high price of an airplane or helicopter tour. Spend the hour-long flight sipping champagne and enjoying the high altitude breeze, snapping photos and listening to commentary from your guide before landing for an included breakfast.

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.

Cape Town offers everything from nature to food to history and nightlife. See the Mother City your way, your style, when you book this private half-day bespoke experience with a local. Simply explain what your interests are—this happens within 24 hours of booking—to be paired with a like-minded local. They suggest an itinerary and agree a meeting time: Any entrance fees, food, or transport is at your own expense.

Description: A fun day of pub crawling some of Cape Town’s coolest and most popular pubs. One beer or glass of wine per person included in the price. P.S. We strongly recommend you arrange for transport back to your home, hotel or guest house…driving under the influence of alcohol is both dangerous and against the law. Please drink responsibly. Duration: Approx. 6 hours.

Take a hassle-free day trip to Pietermaritzburg, the capital of KawZulu-Natal province, on this small-group tour from Durban, limited to 11 people or fewer. Visit the site where Nelson Mandela was captured, learn about traditional Zulu culture, and more on an 8-hour excursion from the city.

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.

The Exclusive balloon flight offers a unique personal hot air balloon experience in one of our smaller balloons, restricted to the use of two passengers only. This exclusive balloon ride hire adds to the romance of the flight, as you are able to enjoy the experience of drifting silently across the beautiful African landscape, while sipping on champagne, in complete privacy with your partner, watching a spectacular sun rise. You may feel free to interact with one of our experienced pilots, or you may chose to drift in silence with your loved one, giving the flight a very personal touch, and leaving you with fond memories. These flights are perfect for engagements, anniversaries, birthdays, romantic getaways or any other special occasion that you would like to make an unforgettable experience

Get up close with the ocean’s apex predators on a signature Cape Town experience: shark cage diving. With a maximum of 12 guests per boat and four divers per cage, this is one of South Africa’s most intimate shark cage experiences. Possible species of sharks include the bronze whaler shark, the seven-gill shark, and blue and mako sharks in False Bay or Cape Point. All trips are confirmed weather dependent and are not shark species-dependent. There is scuba available upon request although breath-hold has proven to be the best method.

Combine visits to the Lesedi Cultural Village and the Lion Park on a single tour from Johannesburg. With round-trip transportation from your hotel in Johannesburg, the 45-minute drive flies by while you watch the scenery. Immerse yourself in the history of tribal South Africa at the Lesedi Cultural Village, learning about the country's five main tribes. After a buffet lunch, transfer to the Lion Park for a drive through enclosures inhabited by cheetahs, wild dogs, giraffes, and lions.

Get to know the city through the eyes of a passionate local. With no set itinerary, you can customize the tour or leave it up to the local for an insightful introduction to the city. Make travel about the people you meet not just the places you see. With our walking tours, you’ll skip the mundane historical tours and discover the city through a local’s eyes. Experience a tour that will transform the way you travel to make it as much about the people you meet, as it is the places you see. Our local guides (Lokafyers) are passionate about their city and eager to share their knowledge and perspective. Since Lokafyers are not professional guides and tour occasionally, they provide an experience that’s authentic and personal, like a friend showing you around their city. By the end of the tour, you'll feel comfortable navigating the city and confident that you have all the information you need to make the most of your stay.

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.

Immerse yourself in South Africa's township life on this tour of Walmer Township in Port Elizabeth. Take in the sights and sounds of the township environment while learning about it through insightful guided commentary. Round-trip air-conditioned transportation makes this a comfortable, convenient day trip.

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.

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).

With its vibrant houses, Cape Town’s Bo-Kaap neighborhood is an Instagram favorite. Go below the surface when you book this fully customizable private tour of Bo-Kaap and District Six, a once-vibrant area destroyed by apartheid. Whether your tastes run to architecture, shopping, history, or culture, your host will tailor your tour to you. Your day includes a local meal but entrance tickets and any transport costs are at your expense.

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.

An ‘Inyanga’ or ‘Sangoma’ is a traditional healer or shaman belonging to Africa’s Zulu tribe. On this tour, enjoy the rare opportunity to receive a personal consultation with a real Inyanga and experience the time-honored methods including plant and herbal medicines, prayer, and bone throwing, to connect with your ancestors and heal your ailments.

Embark on an extraordinary adventure where you will come face to face with the untamed spirit of nature itself! Nestled amidst the majestic embrace of the Tsitsikamma mountains and the sprawling tapestry of lush forests, the Tsitsikamma Wolf Sanctuary beckons you into a world where endangered wildlife finds solace and sanctuary. As the oldest wolf sanctuary in South Africa, established in 2001, this nonprofit company has dedicated itself to preserving and protecting these magnificent animals, both wolves and wolf dogs alike. Here, you are granted the extraordinary privilege of a once-in-a-lifetime encounter with these awe-inspiring creatures, an experience that will forever reside in the depths of your soul, and where the ethereal howls of these majestic animals echo through the wind, as if whispering the secrets of the wild. This sanctuary is more than just a refuge; it is a sanctuary of the spirit, where harmony and respect for all living beings find their truest expression.

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.