Visitors and locals are truly spoilt for choice when it comes to things to do in Cape Town and its surrounds. This list of fun things to do in Cape Town and the Western Cape is by no means exhaustive, but offers some quick tips and ideas for sightseeing in the Cape of South Africa.

1. Aquila Big Five Safari - See Africa’s Big Five on safari - from the back of an open 4×4 safari vehicle. See San rock art and photograph the Big Five (Lion, Rhino, Buffalo, Leopard and Elephant) on a game viewing drive in Aquila Game Reserve near Cape Town.

2. Bartholomeus Klip - Smell the Cape Floral Kingdom at Bartholomeus Klip natural heritage site a short helicopter ride from Cape Town. Picnic, walk, windsurf and relax as you enjoy the rich flora, fauna and bird life at Bartholomeus Klip.

3. Cape Peninsula & Stellenbosch - Hear the ocean as you travel along the Cape Peninsula, over Chapman’s Peak along the stunning coastline and on to Stellenbosch for wine tasting in the Cape Winelands.

4. Cape Town Townships - Feel the spirit of the people of South Africa as you visit townships and interact with local people. Experience the diverse cultures and lives of the South African peoples.

5. Cape Town Winelands - Taste the fine wines of the Cape Winelands in Stellenbosch, Paarl and Franshoek. Take a cellar tour and surround yourself with breathtaking mountains.

6. Hermanus Whale Watching - Witness Southern Right Whales in the waters of Walker Bay at Hermanus. After whale watching and sightseeing, visit Fernkloof nature reserve for the botanical splendour of South African’s fynbos.  

7. Kagga Kamma Private Game Reserve - Fly over Bainskloof pass, Ceres and the scenic Cedarberg Mountains. Drive in an open 4×4 vehicle on a guided game safari in the Kagga Kamma Private Game Reserve and experience San culture.

8. Shark Cage Diving - Dive into the waters with Great White Sharks in Shark Alley of Dyer Island off the coast of Gansbaai. Shark cage dive or watch the Great Whites from a shark-viewing deck and see the seal colony at Seal Island.

9. Robben Island - Ferry off Cape Town’s shores to Robben Island, the place where Nelson Mandela spent 27 years as a political prisoner under the apartheid regime. For an interesting cultural experience and a guided tour through the maximum security prison museum and back in time.

10. Table Mountain - Rise above the city of Cape Town and up the famous Table Mountain for amazing views by night (stars and city lights), or by day, (ocean meets city and mountains). Walk, picnic, bike or dine on top of Table Mountain in Cape Town to feel on top of the world.

Take time to enjoy South Africa’s mother city, Cape Town, and the stunning surrounds this festive season. Contact us for ideas on fun things to do in Cape Town or for help choosing from the world-class attractions the Cape has to offer.  

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