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Explore the Cape of Good Hope on foot
The Cape of Good Hope evokes immense drama as massive waves carve away at the base of 700 foot high cliffs. It’s a corner of the globe steeped in cultural & maritime history, but even more so it is famous for its raw natural beauty: both terrestrial as well as marine.
Our journey will begin at my favourite bakery in Kalk Bay for a coffee & pastry before we drive to Simon's Town for encountering our precious, endangered African Penguins.
By mid-morning we’ll arrive at the Cape of Good Hope section of the Table Mountain National Park where our trail shoes can be of use. We’ll hike a mix of rugged mountain trail & stretches of white sand beach. During our hike I will share my knowledge of our botanically rich & diverse Fynbos biome, looking out for wildlife, insects, birds & reptiles along the way too.
We will do a 2.5-3 hour circular hike of an easy to moderate difficulty covering 6 km / 4 miles as well as a 2 km / 1.3 mile exploration of the Cape Point & Dias Beach area on a linear or out-and-back trail of a moderate nature.
We end the day back in Kalk Bay where you can get a drink, grab an early dinner or just head home after ordering an Uber.
Join me for a memorable day exploring the Cape of Good Hope on foot :)
Private Bookings:
- Please get in touch if you are 4+ people to confirm availability.
- Direct pick up/drop off is possible.
- Flexibility on itinerary.
Amazing Cape Town in a day
You'll be exploring the best of Cape Town in a jam-packed day. Relax in privacy and comfort while I show you some of the best of what my city has to offer. Eat & explore like a local, with a local!
We start off exploring the Western slope of Table Mountain National Park along the Atlantic Seaboard heading towards Cape of Good Hope. Passing through Hout Bay, Chapmans Peak and more. You'll have an opportunity to take in the breath taking views while hiking down to the Cape of Good Hope or ride the fernicular up to the Cape Point light house.
We then depart to Boulders Beach for PENGUIN SPOTTING! You'll have the opportunity to visit the sanctuary and the beach while exploring at your leisure.
After saying goodbye to the penguins, we make our way to our lunch venue at one of THE BEST locations in the Constantia wine district.
The oldest wine producing region in the country where you'll enjoy great food, wine, views and conversation.
This experience is more that just the landscape and natural beauty of Cape Town. I'll discuss the rich history of the city from personal life experience having grown up here. From the dark past, post apartheid legacies and challenges, to the endless potential for this beautiful city and country.
**NB** Entry fees (Cape of Good Hope and Boulders Beach), lunch and the wine tasting will be for your own expense
Other things to note
PRIVATE tours & BIGGER groups can be accommodated. (DM for enquiries)
Entry fees at point of interest (Cape of Good Hope, Boulders Beach) & food are for your own account.
Pickup & drop off can be arranged if close by.
Boulders Beach - African Penguins home
I will take you to Boulders Beach the most remarkable viewing point of the African Penguins. These African Penguins have colonies from Southern Namibia and all the way around the South African coast. I will will make your experience rewarding as this is the only place where you will be able to swim with the Penguins in close proximity. Penguins are living in the wild and therefore although you get to see them up close and personal there will be no direct contact as I am committed to protecting the welfare of these little guys. The Penguin numbers are fast declining because of over fishing and marine pollution and my goal is teach tourists about our Penguin population, as they are now classified as an endangered species.
As this is a private tour, there is flexibility in photo opportunities along the way, and including stopping to take pictures with the seals.
Other things to note
Bring your camera to take lots of pictures.
⭐ Lion's Head Sunrise/Sunset Hike
We will be hiking up Lions Head, Cape Town's most Instragram'able hike. We plan to either catch the sunset over the Atlantic Ocean or sunrise from the Hottentots Holland mountains. We enjoy some amazing photo opportunities before our descent. During a sunset hike, we descend in the dark using our flashlights (provided). During a sunrise hike, we may hike the first part in the dark using our flashlights (provided).
This hike has been an age old tradition for locals especially during the full moon and on clear/windless nights/mornings where the lights of the city below dazzle and the moon and stars show off its beauty in the night sky.
Other things to note
Wear clothing you are comfortable hiking in. Ensure you wear descent pair of hiking/walking shoes. A fair level of fitness is required. You need to be comfortable with heights. Start times vary based on Sunset and Sunrise and it is critical that we start on time in order to witness Sunrise/Sunset
Hike Table Mountain with a Guide
We will hike to the summit of the iconic Table Mountain and experience why it's one of the New7Wonders of Nature.
We will take our favorite more easily missed paths to the top. There are many routes that go up and together we will find one that suits your skill and confidence level. The trails all include a combination of hiking, varied levels scrambling and exposure to heights that will allow us to reach incredible viewpoints of Lion's Head, Twelve Apostles,
Camps Bay, Back Table, and the Mother City. If you have a specific route in mind we can help you determine if it is suitable for you. The trails we do include India venster, Kasteelspoort, Skeleton gorge, and platteklip gorge but if possible and you are able we can do some more wild options.
En route, we will take you into the world of the breathtaking Fynbos Floral Kingdom and the very first occupants of Southern Africa who named the mountain 'Hoerikwaggo' or Mountain in the sea.
Once we reach the summit we will go to one of the awesome viewpoints to take some summit photos or just enjoy the view from the top.
If the Cable Car Station is open then the hike will finish there, where you can then spend some more time at the top and soak in some more views or go and enjoy a well-deserved treat from the restaurant, my recommendations being their coffee, cold beer, appletiser, and milk tart.
Other things to note
Experience duration is dependent on the route and guests fitness and should take between 3-5 hours. The experience ends at cable car, if its closed then please add another 1-2 hours for the hike down.
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Explore the Cape of Good Hope on foot
The Cape of Good Hope evokes immense drama as massive waves carve away at the base of 700 foot high cliffs. It’s a corner of the globe steeped in cultural & maritime history, but even more so it is famous for its raw natural beauty: both terrestrial as well as marine.
Our journey will begin at my favourite bakery in Kalk Bay for a coffee & pastry before we drive to Simon's Town for encountering our precious, endangered African Penguins.
By mid-morning we’ll arrive at the Cape of Good Hope section of the Table Mountain National Park where our trail shoes can be of use. We’ll hike a mix of rugged mountain trail & stretches of white sand beach. During our hike I will share my knowledge of our botanically rich & diverse Fynbos biome, looking out for wildlife, insects, birds & reptiles along the way too.
We will do a 2.5-3 hour circular hike of an easy to moderate difficulty covering 6 km / 4 miles as well as a 2 km / 1.3 mile exploration of the Cape Point & Dias Beach area on a linear or out-and-back trail of a moderate nature.
We end the day back in Kalk Bay where you can get a drink, grab an early dinner or just head home after ordering an Uber.
Join me for a memorable day exploring the Cape of Good Hope on foot :)
Private Bookings:
- Please get in touch if you are 4+ people to confirm availability.
- Direct pick up/drop off is possible.
- Flexibility on itinerary.
Amazing Cape Town in a day
You'll be exploring the best of Cape Town in a jam-packed day. Relax in privacy and comfort while I show you some of the best of what my city has to offer. Eat & explore like a local, with a local!
We start off exploring the Western slope of Table Mountain National Park along the Atlantic Seaboard heading towards Cape of Good Hope. Passing through Hout Bay, Chapmans Peak and more. You'll have an opportunity to take in the breath taking views while hiking down to the Cape of Good Hope or ride the fernicular up to the Cape Point light house.
We then depart to Boulders Beach for PENGUIN SPOTTING! You'll have the opportunity to visit the sanctuary and the beach while exploring at your leisure.
After saying goodbye to the penguins, we make our way to our lunch venue at one of THE BEST locations in the Constantia wine district.
The oldest wine producing region in the country where you'll enjoy great food, wine, views and conversation.
This experience is more that just the landscape and natural beauty of Cape Town. I'll discuss the rich history of the city from personal life experience having grown up here. From the dark past, post apartheid legacies and challenges, to the endless potential for this beautiful city and country.
**NB** Entry fees (Cape of Good Hope and Boulders Beach), lunch and the wine tasting will be for your own expense
Other things to note
PRIVATE tours & BIGGER groups can be accommodated. (DM for enquiries)
Entry fees at point of interest (Cape of Good Hope, Boulders Beach) & food are for your own account.
Pickup & drop off can be arranged if close by.
Revel in the Cape Peninsula and African Penguins
We get an early start to avoid the big tour buses as we head to one of only 2 places on the continent where you can experience the African Penguin. These friendly little guys have been kind enough to share their spectacular beach with us. We'll make our way through a secret passage among the boulders and vegetation to get close to these gentle and curious birds without being intrusive. Our next stop is the historic Cape Point National Park in search of Ostriches, Eland and the illusive Cape Mountain Zebra, you'll also have the chance to experience two must have moments: The visit to the Cape of Good Hope Corner and the Lighthouses of Cape Point. A tram trip to the top lighthouse costs 85 ZAR extra if you'd prefer not to walk.
We then head to one of the world's most beautiful coastal roads; Chapmans Peak Drive where we'll prepare a craft gin tasting of our very own award winning Pesky Hobbit Gin born during the global hardships of 2020. Our final stop is at a destination synonymous with Capetonian foodie culture. The local fisherman of Hout Bay have long been regarded as the best in the business when it comes to delivering the tastiest Fish and Chips in SA. This is a real winner and a must do for lunch during your time here. Our last stretch after a memorable day is along the coastal road via Llandudno Beach and Camps Bay back to your accommodation or drop-off point.
African Food and Storytelling Tour
The experience includes about around 5 to 7 stops, where we visit, celebrate and get to listen to African (mainly) food entrepreneurs. We’ll listen to their stories about how they managed to create unique and meaningful community spaces despite harsh and challenging economic and social conditions in a rapidly gentrifying city with little affordable trading spaces available.
This is your invitation to an off-the-beaten-path tour through downtown Cape Town to discover its hidden African food gems — a window, which allows you to explore our diverse Mother City from a unique perspective. This tour focuses on community kitchens and restaurants, which showcase the role of food in different African communities across the diaspora.
What we'll do.
In roughly 3 hours, we showcase how food has the power to hold communities together as we guide you through Cape Town's best hidden African kitchens and restaurants. Let us take you on a culinary journey all the way from South Africa up to Mali, sho't left to Ethiopia and the Horn of Africa, and share insights about the incredibly diverse and complex traditions of Somali food culture and the fragrant spices used in African countries that border the Red Sea. Share some fresh Injera, steaming soft pap, and floral cafe touba with us, while listening to stories about food and community from East-, West, and South Africa.
Boulders Beach - African Penguins home
I will take you to Boulders Beach the most remarkable viewing point of the African Penguins. These African Penguins have colonies from Southern Namibia and all the way around the South African coast. I will will make your experience rewarding as this is the only place where you will be able to swim with the Penguins in close proximity. Penguins are living in the wild and therefore although you get to see them up close and personal there will be no direct contact as I am committed to protecting the welfare of these little guys. The Penguin numbers are fast declining because of over fishing and marine pollution and my goal is teach tourists about our Penguin population, as they are now classified as an endangered species.
As this is a private tour, there is flexibility in photo opportunities along the way, and including stopping to take pictures with the seals.
Other things to note
Bring your camera to take lots of pictures.
⭐ Lion's Head Sunrise/Sunset Hike
We will be hiking up Lions Head, Cape Town's most Instragram'able hike. We plan to either catch the sunset over the Atlantic Ocean or sunrise from the Hottentots Holland mountains. We enjoy some amazing photo opportunities before our descent. During a sunset hike, we descend in the dark using our flashlights (provided). During a sunrise hike, we may hike the first part in the dark using our flashlights (provided).
This hike has been an age old tradition for locals especially during the full moon and on clear/windless nights/mornings where the lights of the city below dazzle and the moon and stars show off its beauty in the night sky.
Other things to note
Wear clothing you are comfortable hiking in. Ensure you wear descent pair of hiking/walking shoes. A fair level of fitness is required. You need to be comfortable with heights. Start times vary based on Sunset and Sunrise and it is critical that we start on time in order to witness Sunrise/Sunset
Hike Table Mountain with a Guide
We will hike to the summit of the iconic Table Mountain and experience why it's one of the New7Wonders of Nature.
We will take our favorite more easily missed paths to the top. There are many routes that go up and together we will find one that suits your skill and confidence level. The trails all include a combination of hiking, varied levels scrambling and exposure to heights that will allow us to reach incredible viewpoints of Lion's Head, Twelve Apostles,
Camps Bay, Back Table, and the Mother City. If you have a specific route in mind we can help you determine if it is suitable for you. The trails we do include India venster, Kasteelspoort, Skeleton gorge, and platteklip gorge but if possible and you are able we can do some more wild options.
En route, we will take you into the world of the breathtaking Fynbos Floral Kingdom and the very first occupants of Southern Africa who named the mountain 'Hoerikwaggo' or Mountain in the sea.
Once we reach the summit we will go to one of the awesome viewpoints to take some summit photos or just enjoy the view from the top.
If the Cable Car Station is open then the hike will finish there, where you can then spend some more time at the top and soak in some more views or go and enjoy a well-deserved treat from the restaurant, my recommendations being their coffee, cold beer, appletiser, and milk tart.
Other things to note
Experience duration is dependent on the route and guests fitness and should take between 3-5 hours. The experience ends at cable car, if its closed then please add another 1-2 hours for the hike down.
Eating Cape Town like a local -Food & city tour
Experience Cape Town like a local and eat, drink, and explore the city through your taste buds. This walking tour combines 2 tours into 1. A city tour and food tour. Includes all food and drinks consumed at a minimum of 6 stops in central Cape Town and the Bo-Kaap. During this tour you’ll get to walk the city streets and discover its rich cultural history, traditional and modern-day food culture and learn about where to eat and drink during your stay in Cape Town.
Many of the food stops are curated specifically for us and you’ll get to meet some of the passionate purveyors who will explain the origin and preparation of dishes. Food stops may vary but will include stops for the famous Cape Malay koesusters and samoosas, a visit to the Company Gardens, a chocolatier, traditional Afrikaans cuisine, and many more. Some of the stops include alcoholic beverages such as local beer and boutique South African wine. Walking food tours are considered ideal opportunities to orientate first time visitors to a city and show repeat visitors some of the hidden gems. Join us to show you Cape Town’s history, culture and food.
Other things to note:
Avoid the tourist traps and get to experience Cape Town with a local guide, and of course, Eat Like a Local! *Unfortunately not suitable for gluten free or vegan diets.
Peninsula Roadtrip
Cape Town has one of the most scenic drives in the world! Enjoy the breath-taking views as we give you a local’s perspective of the must-see locations that our beautiful Cape Coastline has to offer!
Experience a unique version of a Peninsula Tour as we take our guests to some of Cape Towns' bucket-list locations as well as a few of the best hidden gems that this route has to offer! Join our Peninsula road-trip and let the ‘locals’ show you how to travel the Cape the right way. Our goal is to create a 'road trip with new friends atmosphere'. So book now to join the fun :)
Highlights: St. James beach and the colourful houses (photo opportunity), Kalk Bay (local fish and chips), Boulders Beach penguin colony (viewing deck and beach walk), Cape Point hike (lighthouse and cliff lookout), Cape of Good Hope, picnic & local craft beer tasting at Buffels Beach, Chapmans Peak Drive & viewpoint (secret sundowners - local gin and tonic) and much more.
Includes: Transport and driver, local host (accredited guide), entrance fees at all locations, fish n chips, packed lunch, kombucha, water, craft beer tasting & craft gin sundowners drink.
Please note: This tour will only commence if 3 or more guests have booked.
Ocean Wildlife Encounter from a boat
This is a very different boat experience from those offered by the yacht companies in the Waterfront. There's no set route and the emphasis is on finding and safely and respectfully watching the amazing creatures in this spectacular environment.
After a short safety briefing, our route is dictated by where I expect to encounter dolphins, whales, seals, penguins, sunfish, and other amazing ocean wildlife.
These trips are a photographers dream. Always safe, respectful and legal, the encounters are close and very exciting with jaw-dropping views of Cape Town and Table Mountain.
The boat is an exhilarating 7.2m power boat that allows us to move nimbly as needed. It's fully equipped with safety equipment that goes beyond the SAMSA requirements for these trips.
Bring warm clothes, sun cream cameras and an adventurous spirit.
Please feel free to contact me for exclusive boat charters and group bookings.
Hike Lions Head in Cape Town at Sunrise or Sunset
The experience I offer (*strictly MINIMUM 2 persons*) is a Sunrise or Sunset hike to the summit of Lions Head - one of the challenging but fun trails that is part of Table Mountain.
We will start at: Lions Head carpark on Signal hill road;
You will: Experience a 360 degree view of Cape Town and it's stunning surroundings - the City / V&A Waterfront / Robben Island / Twelve Apostles and Camps Bay / Clifton beaches.
Witness beautiful scenery, nature at its best, with a description of everything that lies beneath you;
Have the chance to take stunning photographs and receive all the ''action shots'' I take as part of the experience so the memories will last forever;
Receive my personal knowledge regarding the diverse races, cultures and history of the Mother City;
View the beautiful sun rising or setting over the Atlantic seaboard.
We finish at the start point by the carpark (transport is offered)
*Weather dependent, safety is a priority**
**A MINIMUM of 2 persons unless advised otherwise**
*Always message before booking*
Other things to note
*It is always good to confirm beforehand via WhatsApp message.
*Bring warm clothes because after sunset it gets cold/ can be windy.
*Transport offered = R50 per person if within the City area
Cape of Good Hope Tour
You will be picked up from your accommodation, then we will start by driving through Sea Point, Clifton, Camps Bay. These suburbs are also known as Millionaires Paradise, with the mountains on one side and the Atlantic ocean on the other. We will stop at Maidens Cove for photos.
Then we will continue to Hout Bay harbor, where you can do the boat ride to Seal Island. We will then continue via Chapman's peak drive. This is one of the most beautiful scenic drives in the world, which also makes it perfect for pictures . Then we will continue through the town of Noordhoek, a perfect place to some local roasted coffee. Next stop will be the amazing sight of the African penguins at Boulders Beach and then on to one of the Worlds most famous view points at the CAPE OF GOOD HOPE NATURE RESERVE.
From there we will take a drive back to your accommodation.
Other things to note:
Entrance fees is on own account:
- Boat Ride to Seal Island R120 per person
- African penguins at Boulders Beach R176 per person.
- Cape Point Nature Reserve R376 per person
- Fanicular R90 per person
You can pay with cash or card
Leave Passport in your room.
Don't go on tour with a big bag.
Put on comfortable shoes
Snorkel the magical African Seaforest
Hello and welcome!
HOSTS: JP, Marina, Jayd, Calley, John, Daniela
You are about to snorkel the magnificent Great African Seaforest, recently voted one of the SEVEN NATURAL WONDERS OF THE WORLD.
There are only 9 kelp forest ecosystems globally & only ONE along the African continent.
OVERVIEW:
1. We start with a warm welcome & introduction. Next we will brief you on the snorkel location for the day and answer questions / provide information as to what to expect at the snorkel site.
2. We provide you with a high-quality wetsuit & snorkel gear to keep you snug & warm.
3. We bring a big yellow buoy for safety & for you to hold on to if a little more reassurance is required.
THE SNORKEL ADVENTURE:
We will be in the ocean (snorkelling) for about 1 hour.
We access each location from shore (not a boat) & choose the location with your utmost enjoyment, safety & ease in mind. We will explore the incredible kelp forest floating/gliding on the ocean surface. The kelp forest is an incredible sight to see and some of the things we may encounter include kelp forest landscapes, schools of fish, sea stars, seals, penguins, small sharks, octopus & other curious sea creatures. The kelp forest is truly wild so come with an open & curious mind, be inspired & leave feeling refreshed & in awe.
SEA YOU SOON!
We can't wait to meet you & share this snorkel adventure with you!
Experience the Stellenbosch Winelands
A celebration of smaller vineyards driven by passion, honesty and quality. Our first stop is on the Eastern side of Stellenbosch at the foot of the Helderberg Mountains. This is a special location tucked away in the most northern corner of Paradyskloof (Paradise Valley). Pockets of special vines produce a superlative and memorable first tasting.
A journey through the vibrant and tree lined streets of Stellenbosch town is up next. Steeped in history and charm we'll tell a few stories from the time we spent here during our youth before we reach the Banghoek Valley. Breath-taking views set the tone for an unforgettable experience with the focus on letting our guests understand the sense of place and taste. These award winning wines are brilliantly crafted and produced with the help of the location's very own microclimate. I struggle to believe there is a better setting to taste wine anywhere in the country.
Lunch then takes place at Boschendal's Farm Deli Restaurant on the oldest estate in the region dating back to 1865.
The final destination is at a quaint family owned and run vineyard where we host the tasting privately in their underground cellar below their family home or in their garden often with one of the true matriarch's of the industry and her 5 doggos. 3 different wineries all unique in location, style and charm combining for a true Stellenbosch Winelands experience.
Organic Lions Head Hike
sunset or sunrise
With a warm welcome and a overview of our route,
you will soon see why Lions Head is arguably one of the best most beautiful views Cape Town has to offer, as it gives you a 360 degree view of the peninsular and city
We will engage you with interesting insights into nature, local knowledge, tips on climbing and all-round awesome company to be with.
We plan to be up just before sunset/sunrise to capture the one-of-a-kind colour phenomena.
Each time is different, and each time is unique, so enjoy and let us WOW you with expert guiding and trails less traveled.
Hot chocolate or coffee/tea will local rusks (optional) can be arranged will enjoying the rewarding views.
We descend/accent in the dark with the use of head torches which offers a whole new exciting dynamic to hiking.
While the beautiful city lights set the scene, and if you lucky enough a “Moon Rise”
We have all seen a sunrise but have you seen a moon rise? Truly something special.
If you have any other days available and are up for a challenge, join us to concur “Table Mountain” for probably the best hiking experience out of them all. https://www.airbnb.co.za/experiences/148769
Other things to note
Once booked, I will create a Whats App group for us to better communicate, I will then send you the exact details and times of our Hike.
Dino is my co-host and both our numbers will appear once you have booked.