Top Western Cape Extreme Sports

Experience the thrills of riding an all-terrain vehicle (ATV) around the only true white sand dunes around Cape Town on this small-group guided tour at Atlantis Dunes. After a safety and instruction briefing, jump on your fully automatic quad bikes and follow your guide around the dunes, with a stop at a scenic overlook for views and photos.

Cape Town is a spectacular destination for paragliding, with Table Mountain, Lion’s Head, Robben Island, and dramatic coastline to see from above. This tandem experience puts you in the glider with an experienced instructor, who’ll show you the sights, let you take a turn at flying if you wish, and bring you safely into land. Be aware that flights are weather dependent.

Take in incredible views of Cape Town while you soar above the city by booking a tandem paragliding flight. You'll fly tandem with a professional flight instructor who will be able to point out highlights as you soar. For an extra bit of thrill, you can ask your instructor for a 'roller coaster ride' at the end of your flight.

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.

See the best of Cape Town including a trip to Table Mountain and an air-conditioned vehicle tour of the city’s highlights during this half-day tour. Survey the city from Table Mountain and take a ride with the cable car (weather permitting & cable way ticket at guests own expense), and then visit some of Cape Town’s main sights from your air-conditioned vehicle.

Visit a penguin colony at Boulder’s Beach and the Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve all in one day during this tour, including round-trip transport from Cape Town. First, catch sight of the endangered African penguins on the beach, and then travel over to Cape Point in the nature reserve. Spend ample time at Cape Point, and keep an eye out for ostrich, antelope, and whales. You can also take part in an optional hike in the reserve if you choose.

Take your Cape Town visit to new heights with this exclusive 4-hour trip to Table Mountain with skip-the-line access and a private chauffeur. Skip to the front of the long line for cable car tickets, then explore this famous landmark at your leisure. When you finish your chauffeur will be waiting to transport you anywhere in the city, or to return you to your hotel.

Sample the culinary delights of Cape Town's diverse food scene with this guided food-themed tour. A private tour means direct access to your guide for questions along the way, and it's the perfect way to avoid the crowds. During the tour, try ten food samples that locals love—including both sweet and savory delights. Potential tastings include local specialties such as koeksister and biltong.

Enjoy a half-day wine tour into historic Stellenbosch to learn about this region’s role in South African winemaking. This trip from Cape Town includes a walking tour of the little town of Stellenbosch, where you learn more about the Cape Dutch architectural style; and a tour of a historic wine estate, where you taste the country’s signature Pinotage wine. This is a perfect choice for travelers with tight schedules who still want to experience the beautiful Cape Winelands region.

Spotting the Big Five—lion, leopard, rhinoceros, elephant, and Cape buffalo—is a priority for many visitors to South Africa and this tour is ideal for those with limited time. Travel from Cape Town by upmarket air-conditioned vehicle, enjoying views of the Breede River, Hex River Wine Valley, and Table Mountain along the way, then join a group safari drive at a private game reserve and enjoy some incredible wildlife-watching opportunities.

Immerse yourself in Cape Town's apartheid-era history on this half-day tour that includes visits to District Six, a local preschool, a local shebeen (pub), and meet a traditional healer. Learn about apartheid and its legacy in South Africa through a guide's enlightening commentary. Enjoy the intimate atmosphere that comes with traveling in a small group of 15 people fewer. Upgrade your tour with an additional excursion to Robben Island.

Choose your own adventure on this private tour of the Cape Peninsula. Benefit from personalized attention of a guide and a flexible itinerary for just you and your party. Stops can include wine tasting in Constantia's vineyards, Kirstenbosch Gardens, Simon's Town and Kalk Bay Harbor, penguin viewing at Boulders Beach, Cape Point and Nature Reserve, and others. All entrance fees and private round-trip transportation from Cape Town hotels included.

If you’re curious about learning how to surf, but you don’t want the potential embarrassment of learning in a large group, then this private experience is the one for you. Led by a qualified surf coach, enjoy a lesson that goes at your preferred pace, with surfboard and wetsuit rental included to ensure the ultimate stress-free experience.

Spend a full day at the Aquila Game Reserve, the closest one to Cape Town, on this safari tour. Get excited to see the ‘Big Five’ game animals and endangered species such as the ‘Aquila’ Black Eagle on this worry-free trip, which includes pickup at your Cape Town city center hotel. This is one of the easiest safari tours near Cape Town, on a private game reserve in a malaria-free area.

This tour is a great choice for nature and wildlife fans. Visit a selection of spectacular outdoor sights without the hassle of organizing car rental. Enjoy hotel pickup, drop-off, and comfortable transfers between sights in a private vehicle. The itinerary is customizable, but a potential route travels from Cape Town to the Cape of Good Hope, Cape Point Nature Reserve, Hout Bay, and Boulders Beach.

Experience the scenic beauty and natural landscapes of South Africa’s Cape Peninsula on this full-day tour from Cape Town. Enjoy the convenience of guided visits, as well as the independence of solo sightseeing and learn about this dynamic region from your friendly, knowledgeable guide. See seals in Hout Bay (with optional Duiker Island boat trip) and have time to wander the shops. You can explore the Cape Point Nature Reserve at your leisure, and check out playful families of African penguins in Simon’s Town. Before our return, we'll stop for afternoon tea & cake, passing the University of Cape Town and the Groote Schuur Hospital.

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.

Lion’s Head offers glorious 360-degree views across Cape Town, particularly at sunrise and sunset, but with steep terrain, getting down in the dark can be challenging without a guide and headlamp. This intimate small-group tour provides both guide and light, plus your choice of 2-way transfers, drop-off only, or no transfers at all.

The wine regions of Paarl, Franschoek, and Stellenbosch produce some of the finest wines in the Cape Winelands, surrounded by lush mountains and rolling vineyards. On this tour, enjoy a comprehensive introduction to South African wine as you visit four different wineries; sample a wide variety of red and white wines, including port brandy and sparkling wine; stop at a local restaurant for lunch; and taste regional specialties including cheese and chocolates.

See Cape Town from a new vantage point by taking part in this exciting paragliding experience. Conveniently, pickup is included, so you don’t need to worry about booking your own transport. Then, enjoy a paragliding experience from Signal Hill, with a pilot to keep you safe and fly beside you.

Drive and hike around the Cape Peninsula during a full-day sightseeing tour with a focus on the region’s natural attractions and lots of fun options to choose at your own expense. 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.

Explore the Franschhoek wine region on a hop-on hop-off tram tour, which allows you to explore the wineries that interest you at your leisure. Sit back and enjoy the scenery while you ride through vineyards dotting rolling hills; you're able to taste as much wine as you like without worrying about driving. Convenient pickup and drop-off at Cape Town hotels makes this an easy door-to-door option.

Explore Cape Town at your own pace with a 1- or 2-day hop-on hop-off bus pass. Journey around three different bus routes, stopping at attractions such as Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens, Table Mountain, and the Cape Winelands, and spend as long as you wish at each. Enjoy a city walking tour or upgrade to include a V&A Seal and harbor cruise plus a sunset bust tour.