Let our local experts craft authentic private activities in Cape Town. Unforgettable home dinners, mind-blowing cooking classes, exciting wildlife escapades, relaxed leisure activities, mouthwatering food tastings, and workshops that spark creativity. Let our locals hook you up with exclusive activities. Ready to dive in? Your adventure is just a click away!
Top 3 activities in Cape Town
Make your stay in Cape Town complete with these things to do
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Cape Town From the Water: Snorkeling & Penguins
10 reviews
3 hours | wildlife & nature | Cape Town
With some many beautiful beaches and waterfronts in Cape Town, it's a must to discover the city from the water. I'm a professional scuba & skin diver, and I want to share my passion with you. Join me on a private snorkeling experience in Kelp Forest and let's spot some penguins along the way!
Scuba Diving Experience in Simonstown with an Expert
10 reviews
3 hours | sports & leisure | Cape Town
Have you always wanted to try scuba diving? Then Cape Town is the best place to try! I'm a professional scuba diving instructor, and I want to share my passion with you. Join me on a private beginner scuba diving experience and let's discover how beautiful Cape Town is under the water.
Conquer the Table Mountain and feel like on top of the world on a rewarding private hike. Spend half a day in nature and hike up Cape Town's most iconic mountain. Reach the top and enjoy a stunning view surrounded by natural gems. Hike down or take the cable car, the choice is yours!
"I had such a great hike with Veliswa and I really appreciated all the safety measures she took to ensure a safe hike. I also enjoyed learning a lot about the land and it\u2019s culture. And she was generous enough to ensure a convenient pickup and drop off and also answer all my curious questions about SA culture. "
MaryamAbout local VeliswaCape Town, January 6, 2025
5.0
Nice experience in nice weather
"Thanks, for a nice experience, receiving fantastic view on top of Lionshead. Veliswa also is a nice person to spend time with. She is strongly recommended as a tourguide."
Jan \u00C5keAbout local VeliswaCape Town, December 20, 2024
5.0
Cool experience! Very attentive guide
"Kobus was a great guide! From picking us up and dropping of on time, getting the gear that fitted well to a super nice experience in the water - he was very attentive to my mom during snorkeling and dived with me to slightly deeper depth! Cape Town from the underneath the service is as gorgeous! Highly recommend!"
ValeriyaAbout local KobusCape Town, October 7, 2024
5.0
Perfect end to my too short trip to ZA
"I booked the snorkeling with Kobus towards the end of my stay in South Africa - and it was the perfect end to my trip. He was a perfect host and guided me safely and relaxed through the water and the kelp forest - despite the not perfect visibility underwater ;). \n\nI added a dive afterwards as I felt very comfortable and wanted more. \nThanks to the tips for the rest of my short stay and the conversations out of the water between snorkeling and diving, I quickly felt welcome and like I was among friends. \n\nDefinitely recommendable!"
AlexandraAbout local KobusCape Town, January 21, 2024
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Enjoy the Best of the Cape Town Like a Local
Private & Personalized Activities in Cape Town with a local
Hey, fellow adventurer! As you step into Cape Town, get ready to dive headfirst into a world of local activities that redefine exploration. We're all about personalized adventures that showcase the best of Cape Town through activities that reflect its beating heart.
Imagine having a local buddy eager to show you the ropes of the city's activities scene. That's what our local experts bring to the table. They're the ones who'll take you to hidden home dinners that'll make your taste buds sing, cooking classes that'll turn you into a culinary wizard, wildlife and nature escapades that'll make you one with the outdoors, sports and leisure experiences for those chill vibes, food and drink tastings that'll make your belly do a happy dance, and workshops that'll spark your creativity. Whether you're a foodie, a nature enthusiast, a sports junkie, or an art lover, our local guides have got a whole range of activities up their sleeves to make your Cape Town experience uniquely yours.
Here's the best part – it's all about you. No cookie-cutter agendas or places you're not vibing with. With personalized activities, you're calling the shots. Whether you're clicking Instagram-worthy shots, diving deep into local history, or getting artsy, the activity adapts to your groove and pace. Consider it your express pass to the awesomeness of Cape Town, guided by a local who knows the city like the back of their hand.
So, next time you're in Cape Town, forget the usual routine. Dive into local activities and unlock the city's real magic – the flavors that'll make your taste buds cheer, the stories that'll tug at your heart, and the experiences that'll make Cape Town, well, Cape Town. It's time to explore like a local – ready to dive in?
"My wife and I did the discover scuba dive experience with Kobus in Long beach in Simon\u2019s Town. He made us feel at ease with the gear and what we were doing, we went 6 meters deep and practised the basic skills needed for this experience. He was very patient with us as it is really really hard work to deal with to inexperienced people underwater and he did it the best i could imagine, my wife tended to float and he was with her all the time, calming her down and helping her get the right breathing to stay down and she loved it! We even saw an octopus and three puffadder shysharks!. I would definitively recommend him to any of my friends who are scuba divers or anybody who wants to try the experience coming to Cape Town! Thank you so much Kobus!"
EduardoAbout local KobusCape Town, October 2, 2023
5.0
Pleasent hike to The Table Mountain
"Veliswa made hike to Table Mountain unforgettable. She is a nice person hiking with, and we reached the top in nice weather and pleasent pace."
Jan \u00C5keAbout local VeliswaCape Town, September 26, 2022
5.0
Table Mountain Climb
"Veli was great and did her best to keep our spirits up as the weather closed in. Unfortunately it wasn't safe enough to complete the hike, but I look forward to my next CT trip to hook up with her again and finish it!"
DanAbout local VeliswaCape Town, September 30, 2019
5.0
Awesome snorkelling tour with Kobus
"We had a great day with Kobus. The snorkelling in Simon's Town was amazing - the kelp forest is so beautiful and snorkelling through it feels like being in another world. We saw some sharks and a shy octopus:) Kobus gave us all the equipment for the snorkelling and explained everything to us beforehand. After the snorkelling, we visited the famous penguins of Simon's Town before heading back to Cape Town. We can highly recommend the tour with Kobus!"
MariekeAbout local KobusCape Town, October 19, 2025
5.0
Excellent tour guide for Table Mountain
"Veliswa made us feel really comfortable on the Table Mountain hike. She was warm, knowledgeable, helpful and just generally a great guide. \n\nWe would recommend her for any tours around Cape Town! \n\nThank you Veliswa! "
JasmineAbout local VeliswaCape Town, February 13, 2025
5.0
Excellent guide for table mountain hike
christian.irlbeckAbout local VeliswaCape Town, January 4, 2025
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