Beyond the luxurious comfort of your villa to rent in Cape Town, the city pulsates with a thrilling array of things to do and adventures to embark on. From exhilarating encounters with marine life to breathtaking aerial explorations of its stunning natural landscapes, Cape Town offers something for every type of traveler. Discover some of the most popular things to do in Cape Town, ensuring an unforgettable stay.
Shark Cage Diving
For those seeking a truly unforgettable experience, gaining a profound understanding of the legendary Great White Sharks that inhabit our waters, shark cage diving in Cape Town awaits. Get up close and personal and observe these magnificent creatures from the surface of a boat, or for the brave and adventurous, lowered into a protective cage to witness them swimming freely in their natural habitat. This is a thrilling addition to your list of things to do in Cape Town.
VIEW WEBSITEKite Surfing in Blouberg
Bloubergstrand is renowned globally as a premier destination for kite surfing, offering consistent winds and ideal conditions for this exhilarating water sport. With an expansive beach and stunning views of Table Mountain, kite surfing in Blouberg is a must for seasoned pros or curious beginners. Consider our luxury accommodation in Blouberg for easy access to the waves.
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Taking to the skies for a hot air balloon ride in the Winelands offers a unique and breathtaking adventure through the picturesque Boland region. Balloons typically depart from the Berg River Valley near Paarl, moving towards Malmesbury. These early morning flights (before thermal activity rises) offer stunning aerial views of the Cape Winelands, making this one of the most memorable activities in Cape Town.
VIEW WEBSITEHelicopter Trips Around Cape Town
Cape Town offers a magnificent cityscape with diverse surrounding landscapes. Taking a helicopter trip in Cape Town is the best way to take in an aerial view of the beautiful winelands, seemingly endless beaches, and the breathtaking coastline. We have stunning V&A Waterfront apartments, which put you in close proximity to the start of a helicopter ride around Cape Town.
VIEW WEBSITESurfing the Cape Coast
Cape Town has an extensive coastline with a variety of sheltered coves and expansive beaches, boasting gentle swells and powerful waves. For this reason, Cape Town has become one of the biggest surfing hotspots in the world. Interestingly, the typically cooler Cape Peninsula water temperatures often rise during the winter months (June, July, August), making it an ideal time for surfing in Cape Town. Before hitting the waves, however, it’s important to always monitor the weather forecasts, wind directions, and swell predictions to choose the perfect surf spots. Some of the best beaches for surfing in Cape Town include Muizenberg, Blouberg, Llandudno, Noordhoek, and Big Bay. Each surf spot has certain conditions that make it an ideal choice (this is largely related to wind direction). Muizenberg, for example, is off-shore on a north-westerly wind. This means that the wind blows from the direction of the beach onto the sea, creating clean, long lines of waves, rather than flat, white water.
VIEW WEBSITEWhale Watching
Hop on a chartered boat for some of the most exceptional whale watching the world has to offer. When whale watching in Cape Town, boats are permitted within close proximity (50m) of the magnificent sea giants. The deep waters surrounding Cape Town offer fantastic opportunities for land-based and boat-based viewings. Typically, between the months of July to November, is the best time to add whale watching to your list of things to do in Cape Town.
VIEW WEBSITEHorse Riding on Noordhoek Beach
Experience the unique charm of horse riding on Noordhoek Beach, where you can visit the Kakapo shipwreck on horseback and observe indigenous bird life as you ride along one of Cape Town’s most beautiful and pristine white sandy beaches. The Noordhoek Beach stretches 8 kilometres long, offering a truly wonderful experience for both novice and expert riders. If you’re seeking things to do in Cape Town with a touch of explorative adventure, choosing one of our villas to rent in Noordhoek, and roaming the area on horseback is a great choice.
VIEW WEBSITEHop-on, Hop-off Bus Tours
Plan your own perfect Cape Town sightseeing adventure with the convenient Hop-on, Hop-off bus Cape Town Tour. With over 30 strategically located stops, this flexible option ensures you see the very best of the city at your own pace, making it an ideal way to explore the city during your stay.
VIEW WEBSITEParagliding
Paragliding in Cape Town is usually launched from the iconic Lions Head and Signal Hill duo. The specific paragliding launch site is determined according to the prevailing wind direction. More often than not, however, first flights commence from Signal Hill, and move to Lions Head as the winds shift throughout the day, offering breathtaking aerial perspectives of the city and the coastline.
VIEW WEBSITESea Kayaking
The most popular sea kayaking trips in Cape Town embark from Simon’s Town and Mouille Point. Here you can enjoy a relaxing paddle with spectacular views of Signal Hill, Lion’s Head, and Table Mountain. There’s also always a chance to encounter seals, penguins, dolphins, and even the occasional whale while on your trip. Choose from 1-hour, half-day, and sunset excursions - a unique way to experience the coastline and marine life around Cape Town.
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