You’re known for taking things a step further, so the ordinary just won’t cut it. This one is for you – feast your eyes on this list of 20 adventurous things to do in Cape Town. Take your pick and let the journey to creating exhilarating memories begin!
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1. Hike up Lion’s Head
According to The Ultimate 50 Best Things to do in Cape Town, this hike is a must-do. After all, this would be the best way to pause and take in panoramic views of the Cape and the Atlantic Ocean. So challenge yourself and see how fast you can complete this hike!
Address: Lion’s Head Hiking, Signal Hill Road
Operating Times:
Sunrise hike – 5 am to 7 am
Morning hike – 8 am to 11 am
Afternoon hike – Anytime between 12 pm to 3 pm
Sunset hike – 4 pm to 6 pm
2. Take a chance on Abseil Africa
Abseil Africa is providing you with an opportunity to experience Table Mountain unforgettably. So take up abseiling and explore every inch of the mountain that is six times older than the famous Himalayas!
Address: Top of Table Mountain National Park
Operating times: Sunday to Monday – 9 am to 3:30 pm
3. Sandboarding with OnTours
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Can you hear the soft white sands of the Atlantis dunes calling? Then book a sandboarding session with OnTours today – we even have a discount on this experience for you!
Address: Witzands Aquifer Nature Reserve
Operating hours: Sunday to Monday – 8 am to 12:30 pm & 1 pm to 3:30 pm
4. A wine tour in a Jeep
Yes, you can have the luxury of tasting wine without worrying about driving a car! Contact Jeep Tours Cape Town to go on the Constantia Premium Wine Tour or Peninsula & Wine Combo Tour.
Address: 7 Armadale Street, West Beach
Operating hours: Sunday to Monday – 8 am to 5 pm
5. Ziplining and more at Acrobranch
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Let your inner Tarzan out, swinging from one treetop to the other. Then, if you’ve been longing to unleash this, head to Acrobranch Constantia – but don’t forget to purchase a voucher first!
Address: 1 Hout Bay Main Road, Constantia Nek
Operating hours:
Sunday to Wednesday (September to April) – 9 am to 6 pm
Sunday to Wednesday (May to August) – 9 am to 5 pm
This fun activity would be great for you to enjoy with your kids. If you’re thinking about what else there is to enjoy in the Mother City, check out the top things to do in Cape Town with kids!
6. Tour on a motorcycle with Cape Bike Travel
Want to know why this activity made our list of adventurous things to do in Cape Town? You can pick an on or off-ride motorbike tour spanning from 1 to 14 days – and even explore beyond the borders of the Cape! You can’t run out of options with Cape Bike Travel.
Address: 125C Buitengracht Street, Cape Town City Centre
Operating hours:
Sunday – 9 am to 10 am
Monday to Friday – 8:30 am to 6 pm
Saturday – 9 am to 12 pm
7. A scenic drive with Cape Sidecar Adventures
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You can even tour the Mother City in a side-car courtesy of Cape Sidecar Adventures! Just imagine the adrenaline rush of being SO close to the road!
Address: 1 Dickens Road, Salt River
Operating hours:
Monday to Friday – 9 am to 5 pm
Saturday – 9 am to 1 pm
8. Soar with Cape Sky Adventures
The best part of microlight flying with Cape Sky Adventures is after this breathtaking experience; you can learn how to control this aircraft! Are you up for this challenge?
Address: R302, Cape Farms
Operating hours: Open 24 hours
9. Go quad biking with Thrill Seekers
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The dunes can’t seem to leave you alone, hey? So this time, you can hop on a quadbike and take on each dune courtesy of Thrill Seekers. We have a special price waiting!
Address: Dassenberg Road, Atlantis
Operating hours: Sunday to Monday – 8 am to 6 pm
10. Take lessons at Bellville Archery Range
Whether you want pure enjoyment or to turn things up a notch by getting competitive, Bellville Archery Range allows for it all! Can you already hear the “twang” of the bowstring?
Address: Hoheizen Crescent, Hoheizen
Operating hours: Sunday to Monday – 6 am to 6 pm
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11. Spend time at Aquila Safari
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One of the most adventurous things to do in Cape Town would be to see the Big 5 in real life! With Aquila Safari, you can have this experience on a half or full-day basis.
Address: 2 Highfield Road, Green Point (Head Office)
Operating hours: Sunday to Monday – 9 am to 5 pm
12. Tick your bucket list with Skydive Cape Town
What’s been stopping you from taking this leap? With Skydive Cape Town, you wouldn’t have to worry about freefalling from the sky as a Tandem Master will be securely strapped to you.
Address: Brakkefontein Road, Cape Farms
Operating hours: Sunday to Monday – 8 am to 6 pm
13. Shoot your shot with AJ’s Running Guns
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Grab the opportunity to handle an M1911 pistol and carbine subcompact rifle courtesy of AJ’s Running Guns. This is a great way to release built-up tension.
Address: 29 Military Road, Schotsche Kloof
Operating hours:
Monday to Friday – 9 am to 5 pm
Saturday – 9 am to 1 pm
14. Join Cape Albatross Hang Gliding Club
Kickstart a new hobby and sign up for the Cape Albatross Hang Gliding Club! First, you will learn how to hang glide, get licensed and ultimately soar the skies of the Mother City.
Address: Strand Street, Foreshore
Operating hours: Mainly Weekends
15. Go underground with Good Hope Adventures
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Get a historical view of Cape Town with Tunnel Tour Goodhope Adventures. These tunnels date back to the 1800s and run from Table Mountain all the way to the Castle of Good Hope. If you’re feeling extra adventurous, do this tour at night!
Address: Darling Street, Foreshore
Operating hours: Open 24 hours
16. Mountain biking with Daytrippers
The team at Daytrippers Bicycle and Hiking Tours allows you to get acquainted with the lower slopes of Table Mountain, the Cape Point paths, and so much more! This is one of the best ways to reconnect with nature.
Address: 414 Voortrekker Road, Maitland
Operating hours: Open 24 hours
17. An experience with Square 1 Paragliding
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Take advantage of Cape Town’s favourable weather and paraglide through endless mountain ranges and coastal cliffs. Let Square 1 Paragliding take you on this adventure and allow us to make it more affordable for you.
Address: 1 Signal Hill Road, Signal Hill
Operating hours: Sunday to Monday – 7 am to 6 pm
18. Go-karting at Century Karting
Channel your inner Lewis Hamilton (or Max Verstappen) and let loose on the track at Century Karting. This thrilling ride will have your heart skipping a beat!
Address: Century Avenue, Century City
Operating hours:
Sunday to Friday – 9 am to 9 pm
Saturday – 9 am to 10 pm
19. Powerboating with Waterfront Charters
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Feel the wind rush through your hair aboard one of Waterfront Charters’ Rigid Hulled Inflatables (RIBs). If you’re looking to cruise along the Cape’s coastline at a faster pace, this is the way to do it!
Address: Quay 5, V&A Waterfront
Operating hours: Sunday to Monday – 9 am to 7 pm
20. Take a drive with Status Luxury Vehicles
The last entry on our list of adventurous things to do in Cape Town is especially for the speed queens and kings of the city. Have a chauffeur drive or get behind the wheel of a supercar, courtesy of Status Luxury Vehicles. From Maserati to Ferrari, you are spoilt for choice!
Address: 38 Neptune Street, Paarden Eiland
Operating hours:
Sunday – 9 am to 1 pm
Monday to Friday – 8 am to 8 pm
Saturday – 9 am to 5 pm
