Top Western Cape Half-day Tours

A visit to Robben Island is a must to learn about South Africa’s history, and this tour offers a convenient and effective way to get there. Cape Town hotel pickup and drop-off are included, as well as entry to Robben Island and a guided tour. Along the way, learn about the Island's role as a former prison, and hear stories about Nelson Mandela and how he spent 18 years of his 27-year sentence there.

Combine wine tastings, cheese tastings, and a cellar visit on this action-packed half-day tour of Stellenbosch. Save time figuring out public transport schedules by having round-trip transport from Cape Town included. It’ll be the ultimate day of convenience as wine tastings are included. Venture into Cape Winelands and visit two wine farms for wine and cheese tastings.

As one of South Africa’s most visited museums, Robben Island tours are best booked well in advance. This half-day package includes museum admission and round-trip transfer from your Cape Town accommodation, ensuring a hassle-free trip. Learn about the island’s long history from your guide and see the cell that housed Nelson Mandela, then take time to reflect on your voyage back to the mainland.

Boulders Beach is known for being home to a colony of African penguins, and this whistle-stop half-day tour is the perfect way to reach them. Instead of waiting for local buses, enjoy a reliable transport service with hotel pickup and drop-off included. Along the way, ride along one of the world’s most scenic coastal rides—Chapman’s Peak Drive, and have free time to explore Boulders Beach independently.

South Africa’s winemaking history dates back to the 17th century, and on this half-day tour from Cape Town, you visit multiple wine estates in the Cape Winelands. With an in-the-know guide, travel to Stellenbosch, where you learn about South African viticulture and take part in wine and cheese tastings. Enjoy a guided tour of Stellenbosch, whose tree-lined streets are thronged with museums, bars, eateriesm and gorgeous examples of Victorian, Georgian, and Cape Dutch architecture.

Lion’s Head—located in Table Mountain National Park—is known for being a top hiking location that offers incredible views of the Atlantic Ocean and the Hottentots Holland Mountains. With this guided hike, you can safely explore this magnificent landscape without the worry of getting lost. Choose from a sunrise or a sunset hike, and enjoy plenty of photo stops along the way too.

Immerse yourself in the vibrant food and beverage scene of Cape Town on this half-day walking tour. With your small group, follow a guide through the streets of Cape Town to stop at city landmarks and hidden gems you might not find on your own. Enjoy tastings in vibrant eateries in Bo-Kaap and De Waterkant with entertaining commentary on the city's history and foodie culture from your guide.

See the best of Cape Town in just half a day with this time-saving private tour. Get a shortcut to the city’s history without having to do any research, as a guide provides insightful commentary to keep you entertained. Conveniently, the itinerary can be customized based on your requirements, and potential places to explore include the Bo-Kaap neighborhood, the Castle of Good Hope, and the lush Company’s Garden.

An ideal way to tick off multiple nature spots and a wildlife attraction in a day—this tour includes stops at Gordon’s Bay, the Cheetah Outreach preservation center, and Strand Beach. To save you the hassle of finding a parking spot, the tour includes round-trip transport in an air-conditioned vehicle, making it the ultimate stress-free day.

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.

Get a full picture of Cape Town's rich cultural history through visits to the Langa and Gugulethu Townships, as well as the District Six Museum, on this half-day tour. Learn about the role and history of the townships in the larger fabric of Cape Town culture white visiting a shebeen (tavern), a local market, a sangoma (traditional doctor) and an arts and crafts center.

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.

Discover the wild scenery, unique culture, and rugged coastline of the Cape Peninsula during this full-day sightseeing tour. 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. A guide, some entrance fees, and round-trip hotel transport are also included.

Visit the penguin colony at Boulders Beach and stop at other area highlights on this half-day guided sightseeing tour from Cape Town, ideal for visitors with limited time. Enjoy the beautiful coastal scenery, with stops at Bo Kaap, Maiden’s Cove, Kalk Bay and Muizenberg Beach. You’ll also get a change to try local coffee and go shopping at Nordhoek Farm Village.

Relying on local public transport schedules can mean lots of waiting around, so make your time in Cape Town a breeze with this private transfer option. Meet your driver at your preferred pickup point—either Cape Town International Airport or a place in Cape Town city center, then travel comfortably with just your driver, and no ride-sharing.

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.

Skip the stress of waiting on apps or the expense of hotel taxis and relax with the comfort of your own private driver when you book this Cape Town airport departure transfer—online, in advance, in the currency of your choice. Your driver will meet you anywhere within a 3-mile (5-kilometer) radius of Cape Town Central Business District (CBD) and transfer you in good time for your flight.

Save hours reading reviews and researching local wineries, and opt for this hassle-free guided wine tour instead. Spend a full day traveling between some of the area’s best wine estates, with stops at Stellenbosch, Franschhoek, and Paarl. Along the way, enjoy cellar tours and exclusive tastings with sommeliers. As well as wine, the experience also includes special pairings with cheese and chocolate.

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.

Speed over the waters off Cape Town on this fast cruiser for a couples sunset cruise. Head for Clifton 4th Beach or Table Bay, depending on the day's weather, then anchor to watch the sunset with a glass of Method Cape Classic sparkling wine. On the way back to Cape Town, enjoy the colors of the fading sun and the view of the city lights blinking on for the evening.

Enjoy a customized Wine Lands day tour from Cape Town. Your itinerary will be based on what you'd like to taste: bubbly, white wine, shiraz, or the signature South African pinotage, a cross between pinot noir and cinsault. Learn about the wine production methods and taste any or all of the above on this flexible tour, including round-trip transportation so you don't have to worry about sober drivers.

If you only have limited time to discover Cape Town, then it can be a challenging quest to shortlist the essential places to see. Save yourself the effort, and make your hours go further by choosing this small-group half-day tour. The trip begins with hotel pickup and the route visits lots of top sights, including Table Mountain, Camps Bay Beach, Bo-Kaap, and the Cape Town Diamond Museum.

South Africa’s Western Cape is the wine-producing hub of the African continent. On this 9-hour tour from Cape Town, you will tour three vineyards in the Cape Winelands, stopping to taste estate wines at each as well as 'biltong' (cured meat) and cheese. Along the way, learn about the winemaking process from your guide and see the South African countryside. This tour includes stops in the towns of Stellenbosch, Franschhoek, and Paarl.