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Pinnacle Point Golf Course

One of South Africa's most dramatic golf courses, with a number of its holes perched on the edge of...

Face Adrenalin Bloukrans Bungee

Bloukrans Bridge Bungee Jump is recognised by the Guinness World Records as the highest bungee jump...

Wallendair Paragliding

Wallendair provides paragliding flights for passengers, courses for pilots and a variety of other...

Shark Cage Diving

White Shark Diving Company's shark cage dives take place out at Dyer Island, roughly 15 minutes by...

Cango Caves

The 20 million year-old Cango Caves system, located 30 kilometers from Oudtshoorn at the start of...

Dullstroom Bird of Prey Flight Displays

Stellenbosch | Get a close up view of how raptors fly and hunt.

Stellenbosch On Foot Tours

Stellenbosch | Art and history tours through Stellenbosch’s oak tree-lined streets.

Bites and Sites Cultural Food Tours

Stellenbosch | Exploring South Africa’s rainbow nation via its cultural flavours and cuisines.

Archery Adventures Tour

Archery Adventures in the Howberry Hills of Plettenberg Bay teaches the art of archery to beginners...

Marimba Jam Experience

Newlands | Fun social lessons in marimba playing for beginners and music lovers.

Cape Town Fynbos Experience

Robertson | Exploring South Africa’s botanical heritage through the ancient indigenous fynbos.

Eve Art Studio

An art studio run by international artist Madeleine Eve, who teaches pottery and art classes

Urban Safari by Kiff Kombi Tours

By arrangement | Alternative Cape Town experience, with District Six, Bo Kaap, Chapman’s Peak,...

Hermanus Whale Watching Walking Tour

Hermanus Whale Watching Walking Tour keeps guests on solid ground while getting a close viewpoint...

Die Letterhuis Calligraphy Workshops

Die Letterhuis on Aswater Farm invites calligraphers and hobbyists for a karoo retreat and art...

Exotic Animal World

Klapmuts | A sanctuary for over 700 animal species.

Cool Runnings Toboggan Rides

Tygervalley | Africa’s first downhill tobogganing track.

The African Art Workshop

The African Art Workshop is a painting experience and history lesson led by Tozamile Mnapu, an...

Steenbras Crystal Pools Hike

The Steenbras Crystal Pool Hiking Trail starts on the R44, between Gordon's Bay and Rooi Els, just...

Table Mountain Hikes

Professional guided hikes up the mountain, on a variety of routes.

Cape of Good Hope Hiking Trail

Cape Point | A two-day, one-night trail following a circular route through the reserve

Hot Air Balloon Cape Town

Hot air balloon rides, helicopter flights, and off road 4X4 and wine tours.

Cape Canopy Zipline Tour

An exhilarating adventure experience located in the heart of the Western Cape

NAC Helicopters Cape Town Tours

V&A Waterfront | Scenic helicopter tours and private flights.

Table Mountain Aerial Cableway

Kloof Nek, between City Bowl & Camps Bay | Revolving cable car to the top of the mountain.

Cape Lion E-Bikes

No matter your fitness level or ability to cycle, pedal-assisted E-Bikes or eMTBs allow you to...

Clay Cafe Hout Bay

An array of unfired bisque as well as a wide selection of colourful paints to create crockery that...

Deep South Distillery

Kommetjie | Producer of small batch, hand-crafted spirits

Into The Blue

Sea Point | A scuba diving centre which offers a range of courses from beginner to advanced.

Surf Big Bay

A surf school providing equipment and professional coaching, for a group or private lessons.

Cape Town Freediving

Muizenberg | Learn to snorkel and freedive with experienced instructors to make your ocean...

African Shark Eco-Charters

African Shark Eco-Charters is very much safety first and ‘shark forward’, managing the...

Atlantic Surf Co SUP Lessons

Atlantic Surf Co is a surf shop in Cape Town specialising in a wide offering from holiday clubs,...

Kayak Cape Town

Kayak Cape Town provides a view of the penguins on boulders beach from atop the water in a sea...

Vinebikes Wine Farm Tours

Stellenbosch | An off-beat way to explore the hidden pathways within the Winelands.

Deckle Edge

The Deckle Edge is an art-supply megastore in Salt River, offering a wide range of paper, art...

LifeArt Studio and School

An art school that provides long-term learn-how-to-paint classes, evening classes, weekend and...

Rush: The Ultimate Indoor Adventure Park

Claremont | The go-to destination for high-energy fun.

Photography Workshops

A range of photography courses for both beginners and professionals.

Paradiso Academy

A dance studio that teaches Afro-Latin dances and many more

Higgeldy Piggeldy Farm

Kommetjie | Opportunity to feed and touch friendly farmyard animals.

Jolly Roger Pirate Boat

V&A Waterfront | The full-blown pirate experience.

Vergenoegd Duck Parade

Stellenbosch | A chance to see 1200 Indian Runner Ducks go to work.

Vredenheim Big Cat Park

Stellenbosch | Face to face encounters with the big cats, with the option of a game drive.

Giraffe House

Between Durbanville & Paarl | Giraffes, wildlife, farmyard animals, creepy crawlies and birds.

Cape Town Ostrich Ranch

Cape Town Ostrich Ranch provides guided tours of ostrich rich encounters

Cape Point Ostrich Farm

Cape Point | Cape Dutch style family farm home to more than 40 breeding ostriches

Le Bonheur Reptile Adventures

Simondium | A guided tour and viewing of various reptiles

Artjamming

Somerset West | A chance for people of all ages to connect, relax, and express themselves through...

Acrobranch

Constantia | Outdoor activities with a scenic view.

Acrobranch

Stellenbosch | Adrenaline inducing tree-top obstacle courses.

Karoo Birding Safaris in Prince Albert

Karoo Birding Safaris is owned and run by Japie and Ralie Claassen, both passionate about nature...

Let’s Go Bowling

Claremont | Fun and entertainment for functions, kids' parties, team building activities and more.

CK Ramics

Monthly pottery classes and workshops for everyone regardless of experience.

Monkey Town

A sanctuary for exotic monkey species from all over the world

The Hand Printing Studio

Handprinted artistic designs on fabric classes, all courses are led with hands-on guidance.

Kaskazi Kayaks and Adventures

Three Anchor Bay | Guided kayaking for beginners.

SUP Cape Town

V&A Waterfront | Lessons, parties and general hire.

Raapenberg Bird Sanctuary

Observatory | A 10-hectare bird sanctuary with parkland, trees, lawn, and picnic sites.

Rollercade Cape Town

Table Bay Mall | An indoor roller-skating park.

E-lectric Ventures

E-lectric Ventures provide unique and exclusive tours for individuals, couples or group trips....

Franschhoek Wine Tram

Franschhoek | A hop-on hop-off tour of the area's picturesque vineyards.

Maiden’s Cove Tidal Pools 1 & 2

Camps Bay, Clifton | Tidal pools with mountain and sea views, and picnic facilities nearby.

Camps Bay Tidal Pool

Camps Bay | A large tidal pool with two beaches, changing facilities and family friendly...

Saunders Rock Tidal Pool

Sea Point | Popular tidal pool built into a rocky crevice next to Saunders Beach.

Wooley’s Tidal Pool

Kalk Bay | Two pools, of which the smaller one is perfect for younger kids.

Dalebrook Tidal Pool

Kalk Bay | Popular tidal pool with an outdoor shower and a changing room.

St James Tidal Pool

St James | Cape Town’s most iconic tidal pool

Miller’s Point Tidal Pool

Simon's Town | Tidal pool set with a grassed area, braai pits and changing rooms

Glencairn Tidal Pool

Glencairn | Beautiful tidal pool, expansive and well protected from the elements

Monwabisi Tidal Pool

Monwabisi Tidal pool is an enormous pool which has many picnic and braai sites close by, set out on...

Scootours

Gardens | Downhill freewheeling on non-motorised scooters.

Mamba Sandboarding

Atlantis | A family-run business specialising in kids’ sandboarding parties.

Bubble Soccer

Green Point & Various | An exciting game of soccer in which players compete in a bubble.

World of Birds

Largest bird park in Africa

Drakenstein Lion Park

Visit a Lion Sanctuary and Chimp Haven with scheduled lion feeding times available.

Surf Emporium

Muizenberg | Learn to surf like a champion.

DanceCraft Dance Lessons

For both experts and beginners to enjoy

HangTime Climbing Gym

HangTime offers something for everyone.

Baikt Ceramics

Kloof St, Gardens | A pottery studio that offers unique ceramic experiences

Soma Fusion Bellydance Company

Woodstock | Middle Eastern bellydance fusing old and new styles

The Cape Wheel

V&A Waterfront | A 360-degree panoramic view of Cape Town.

Dawn: Waterfront Adventures

V&A Waterfront | Short guided cruises to look at the ships in the harbour and docks.

SA Forest Adventures: Cape Town Ziplines

Constantia | Multiple platforms, with lines up to 500 metres long, offering a birds' eye view of...

Ghenwa’s Culinary Club

A true and authentic Lebanese experience

Mirage Yacht

V&A Waterfront | Day cruises, sunset cruises, parties and private charters.

Total Ninja Obstacle & Inflatable Park

Observatory | Inflatable obstacle course park

Battlefield Live

Durbanville | An interactive laser combat simulation game.

Chommies

Premium collection of pet accessory and lifestyle items

Paint by Numbers

Experience the joy of painting

Silwood Kitchen

Rondebosch | Award-winning, internationally rated 'Best Chef School in Africa'.

Ginger & Lime Cooking Experience

Interactive cooking courses and intimate event venue

Waterfront Charters Clifton Cruise

V&A Waterfront | Coastal adventures to the iconic Clifton Beach

Secret Sunrise

A silent guided dance and meditation community

The Gallivanting Goose

The Castle, Waterfront, Kirstenbosch & other venues | An app-driven scavenger hunt.

Marine Big 5 Trip

A cruise trip of educational viewing and exploring the Marine Big 5

Two Oceans Aquarium

V&A Waterfront | Entertainment with a commitment to marine conservation.

Perfume Prive Workshop

Perfume workshops where guests can create a signature scent

Africa Padel

Camps Bay, Claremont, V&A Waterfront, Stellenbosch | The fastest growing sport in the world, in SA.

Sky-Hi Ride

Foreshore | Amusement park ride offering a bird's eye view of Cape Town.

Archery Adventures

Archery trail or target archery

Hint Hunt Escape Rooms

V&A Waterfront | Escape and adventure games for small groups

Bottelary Hills Conservancy MTB Trails

Stellenbosch | MTB trails in and around working wine farms and conservation areas.

Cape Town Abseil

The ultimate adventure activity for thrill-seekers looking to experience Cape Town from a whole new...

Sport Helicopters

Scenic flights and adventure flights.

Hiking at Mont Rochelle

Walks and hikes for all fitness levels.

Hi5 Paragliding

Ends in Sea Point | A tandem paragliding flight offering breathtaking views of the city.

Kizomba, Salsa, Bachata classes

Beginner and improver lessons in Latino dance styles

Cape Shark Adventures

Multiple daily trips for guests to experience a thrilling shark cage diving adventure.

Axe-O

Salt River | South Africa's first axe-throwing lounge.

ArtJamming

Gardens, Somerset West & Sandton | The most fun you can have with a paintbrush.

Fives Futbol

A platform for players to play-out their dream and enjoy the beautiful game in all its glory.

De Hoop Nature Reserve

One of the Cape's best whale-watching destinations

UpCycles

Sea Point, V&A Waterfront, Camps Bay | Bicycle rentals along the Atlantic Seaboard.

Cape RADD

Simon's Town | Snorkelling and scuba diving for science.

Atlantic Surf – Surf and SUP Lessons

Atlantic Surf Club offers specific surf and stand-up paddleboard (SUP) lessons for children, women,...

Sensagria SBK Dance Classes

A renowned dance studio based in Cape Town.

Salsa Cape Town

Salsa, Bachata and Kizomba dance classes.

Waterfront Charters Sunset Cruise

V&A Waterfront | Champagne cruise under sail (or motor)

Alpaca Loom

Alpaca Loom offers an experience with nature, animals and the outdoor beauty that is a real escape...

Blue Mountain Trail

Exceptional 3 day guided trial that leads you through the beautiful and abundant fynbos slopes.

Trail’s End Bike Hotel

A cyclist-centric accommodation that is Africa’s first bike hotel.

Elgin Grabouw Quad Bike Experience

User-friendly, high-class machinery suitable for families and small corporate groups.

Fairview Wine and Cheese Estate

Explore a wider range of wines using grapes grown in optimal conditions

Stir Crazy Cooking School

V&A Waterfront | Cooking meets socialising

Green Mountain Trail

A bucket list 60km hike through the natural beauty of the Kogelberg Biosphere Reserve.

High Five Kite surfing

A high flying activity to grab some airtime

Waterfront Charters

V&A Waterfront | Exciting boat cruises aboard multiple vessels and luxury yachts.

Cape Kayak Adventures

Three Anchor Bay | Paddle-along fun and scenic water routes

Sea Point Pavilion

Sea Point | An Art Deco destination with pools for all levels

Simon’s Town Boat Company

Simon's Town | Close encounters with nature's marine life

Constantia Wine Walk

Constantia | A private-access walking tour across three renowned wine farms in the Constantia...

The Lion Trail

Green Point | A private, 5-hour guided walk that explores Cape Town’s biodiverse nature.

Strandfontein Tidal Pool

Strandfontein Tidal Pool is the largest tidal pool in the southern hemisphere, it forms part of...

The Little Pink Chef

Durbanville | A cooking experience in a fun environment

Ginger & Lime Food Studio

Interactive cooking lessons in a beautiful private home, masterchef parties, special occasion dinner

The Chef’s Studio

Bree St | A unique concept space for interactive dining

African Relish

A variety of cuisines to make

The Lipizzaner Experience

Mon to Fri | An interactive experience with the famous dancing stallions.

SA Lipizzaners Lunge Lesson

Mon to Sat year round | A chance to focus on on the fundamentals of correct seat position.

Food Jams: Soute Studio

Culinary experiences, connecting people through food

Cape Town Craft Club

17 June 2026 | A social circle for creative crafters, from seasoned makers to first timers.

Sessions Billiard Club

Bellville | A lively pub sports bar with a dedicated U18-friendly zone equipped with top-notch...

Waterfront Duck Tour

V&A Waterfront | South Africa's first all-in-one land and water tour.

CapeLUG – Lego User Group

A Lego-fan community.

For The Love Of Cacao

Discovering the art of ceremonial cacao preparation

Atlantis Dunes Quadbiking & Sandboarding

The longest-running quad bike tour operator in SA

Buffelsfontein Game & Nature Reserve

A unique wildlife experience within the serene West Coast.

Museum of Dogs

Gardens | A first-of-its-kind museum dedicated to celebrating dogs.

Hermanus Whale Watchers

A front row seat to view a big marine wonder

Oceans Africa

High cliffs of the Western Cape provide an ideal vantage point for seasonal whale watching

Southern Right Charters

Whale- watching in close proximity

Marine Dynamics Whale Cruises

Experience the ocean’s marine big 5, including the Southern Right Whales

Hermanus Whale Cruises

Daily | Explore marine life while cruising

Green Cape Tours

By arrangement | Experience the wonder of nature through whale watching

Ocean Wonder

Green Point | Engaging owner-led cruise to view marine life.

Ivanhoe Sea Safaris

An exceptionally safe and stable vessel from which to view whales

Captain Jack’s

Sighting creatures of the ocean as they feed on the bounty of fish that this region offers.

Quiz Nights – Tiger’s Milk

Every Wed 6pm | Quiz nights hosted by some branches of Tiger's Milk

SANCCOB African Penguin Tours

A chance to explore the world of African Penguins.

Craft Nights at Labia Theatre

Selected Wed evenings | Cosy crafting while watching films at the Labia Theatre.

Skateboarding with Kent

Sea Point | Private longboard skateboard lessons with Kent Lingeveldt.

Eseltjiesrus Donkey Sanctuary

McGregor | A donkey haven with a café and gift shop

Robertson Horse Adventures

Robertson | Horse riding lessons and trails for all ages and skill levels

Kolgans River Barge Restaurant

Robertson | Authentic Afrikaans food on a river barge

Flying Feet

Robertson | Guided tours of Montagu, hikes and bicycle rentals

Clay Cafe in the City

Bree Street | A ceramic painting venue and tapas bar.

Stitch Forward Creative Studio

Sunnydale | Sewing classes and creative workshops for all levels.

Lipped Studio

Stellenbosch | Workshops in creating your custom lipstick shade

Cape Sidecar Adventures

An exciting way to explore Cape Town

Waterfront Kayak

V&A Waterfront | An exciting way to explore the Waterfront coastline.

Milnerton Aquatic Club

Milnerton | Water-based sports for all levels and all ages, with a restaurant, a bar, and social...

Boulders Beach

Simon's Town | The host to a unique penguin colony

Cat Heaven

Somerset West | The first cat cafe in Africa

Learn 2 Surf/Surfer’s Corner Surf School

Muizenberg | Child-friendly surfing lessons with experienced instructors

ShuShu Sauna

Various beaches and tidal pools | Experience a mobile sauna by the ocean

Hot Huts Mobile Sauna

Various beaches and tidal pools | Warm up after your ocean swim

Mojo Karaoke Mondays

Every Monday | Rock the mic at this free weekly karaoke session

Mojo Salsa Sundays

Every Sunday | Learn to salsa dance with Salsa Cape Town

Bokeh Karaoke

Sea Point & Claremont | Sing your heart out at this exciting karaoke bar

Save Our Seas Shark Education Centre

Kalk Bay | Child-friendly shark and marine education centre.

Kayamandi Township Tours

Stellenbosch | Walking tour of the country's second oldest township.

Adventure Shop Tours

Various | Cape Town's premier adventure hub.

Elderflower Nursery Workshops

Wynberg and Stellenbosch | Nature-based DIY craft experiences.

Acrobranch

Stellenbosch & Constantia | Adrenaline inducing tree-built obstacles with varying levels of height...

Paws-a-While Pet Fair & Market

First Sunday of the month | Monthly pet fair with adoptions, wellness stalls and live music

Spier Guided Segway Tours

Stellenbosch | Explore the winelands in style

Spier Self-Guided Audio Tours

Stellenbosch | Fascinating deep dives into the history of one of the country's oldest wine farms

Liesbeek River Walk

Observatory | Short riverside walking trail

Bit by Bit Mosaic

Observatory | Mosaic art studio offering workshops and commissions

Create.Hobby Studio

Observatory | Sewing studio offering classes and machine sales

Rage Room

Paarden Eiland | A chance to destress and let loose

Cederberg Hiking Weekend

Cederberg | Two-day hiking experience in the heart of the mountains

Beach Horse Rides

Noordhoek | Exciting way to explore the Noordhoek coast

Beach Horse Rides

Noordhoek | Exciting way to explore the Noordhoek coast

Veld & Sea

Cape Point | Wild food foraging experience

Veld & Sea

Cape Point | Wild food foraging experience

Curiosity Cat Café

Noordhoek | A tea experience among Siberian cats

Curiosity Cat Café

Noordhoek | A tea experience among Siberian cats

Sip & Paint with Thabo Makhetha

29 May 2026 | Guided textile experience with an award-winning Basotho designer.

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