Summer is rapidly approaching, and you’re slowly but surely working your way out of hibernation mode. You’re making this shift by keeping an eye on what you can do once the brighter days are here. So let us meet you halfway with this list of fun parks in Cape Town you can visit once the December holiday arrives.
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1. Play, laugh and learn at Bugz Playpark
Very first on our list of fun parks to visit in Cape Town is none other than the well-known Bugz Playpark. Located in Kraaifontein, this park comes with a twist – here, little minds learn through fun. These rides help develop children’s problem-solving skills and reinforce their wild imaginations. They will also be challenged physically to build their little muscles.
Take your kid, of any age, to Bugz Playpark, where the play areas are specific to the varying age groups. This ensures safety for each and every Bug. So if your child is fond of exploring and learning, this playpark would be an absolute treat!
Price:
Children from 3 – 12 (all rides) – R160
Rainy day pass (rides closed) – R100
Adults and teenagers (choo choo and swinghorse rides) – R55
Pensioners (choo choo and swinghorse rides) – R45
Operating hours: 10 am – 4 pm (Weekends and certain public & school holidays)
Address: 56 Tarentaal Street, Joostbenbergvlakte, Cape Town
2. Playstation by Rush
Photo courtesy of Playstation by Rush
Okay, maybe you haven’t fully recovered from your hibernation, but your kids have, and now they’re pumping with built-up energy. Luckily, Playstation by Rush can be your saving grace. This indoor fun park in Cape Town is facilitated by highly-trained floor staff – referred to as court monitors – to run after and care for your kids on your behalf.
But what will the little ones be up to while spending time at Playstation by Rush? Have a look:
- High-Line Course
- Super Slide
- Rock Climb
- Bike Pump Track
- The Pitch
- Adventure Maze
- Little Kids City
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Price:
Off-Peak (Monday – Thursday and Friday & Saturday after 6:00 pm)
Kids under 1 – Free
Kids under 2 – R30 (first hour) & R20 (every additional hour thereafter)
Kids 2 and older – R80
Unlimited play – R130
Supervised play for six and over – R125
Drop & Go – R110 per hour
Peak 9:00 am – 6:00 pm (Friday – Sunday and Public & School holidays)
Kids under 1 – Free (first hour) & R20 (every additional hour thereafter)
Kids under 2 – R30 (first hour) & R20 (every additional hour thereafter)
Kids 2 and older – R90 (first hour) & R60 (every additional hour thereafter – billed every 15 minutes at R15)
Unlimited play – n/a
Supervised play for six and over – R125
Drop & Go – R110 per hour
Operating Times:
10:00 am – 6:00 pm (Monday – Thursday)
9:00 am – 10:00 pm (Friday – Saturday)
9:00 am – 6:00 pm (Sunday)
Address: 10 Honeywell Road, Kirstenhof, Cape Town
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3. Blue Rock Adventure Park
Photo courtesy of Blue Rock Cable Waterski Resort
We love granting you options to make an informed decision on what goes onto your holiday itinerary; that’s why we’re including a water fun park just 45 minutes from Cape Town. But, of course, we’re talking about Blue Rock Adventure Park, alternatively referred to as Blue Rock Cable Waterski Resort, along the Hottentots-Holland mountainside. There is a clear freshwater lake with cable systems ready to take you on a memorable adventure.
You can choose to confront these waters through the obstacle course or take things easier by wakeboarding, waterskiing, kneeboarding or kitesurfing. You can go diving, too! Take a break from the water and have your share in rock jumping, zip-lining and paintball activities.
Price:
Entry fee
Per person – R110
Skiing ticket
Introduction Course (15 minutes) – R100 per person
Group Beginner Course (minimum of 4 people for 1 hour) – R280 per person
Private Wakeboard Lesson (4 people or less for 1 hour) – R420 per person
Equipment hire requires additional varying costs
Operating hours:
8 am – 6 pm (September to October – Tuesday to Sunday)
10 am to 6 pm (November to April – Monday to Sunday)
Closed from May to September
Address: Sir Lowry’s Pass Road, Somerset West
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4. Freedom Adventure Park
Freedom Adventure Park is one of the latest arrivals on the scene of fun parks in Cape Town and prides itself on offering the best outdoor activities indoors. Specifically designed for those aged 3 – 12, this playpark and pizzeria will leave your children entertained and happy with the following features:
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- Adrenaline Pumping Hi-Line Indoor Rope’s Course
- Trampoline Dodgeball Arena
- Large Foam Pit
- Multiple Climbing Walls
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Get this – they even have facilities for the working mom and dad! We love Freedom Adventure Park’s attention to detail… and the available UV Cosmic Glow Party option! So if you plan for your child’s birthday party to be hosted here and select the mentioned option, partygoers will each receive a glow-themed cupcake, flute-filled slush, glowsticks and more!
Price:
Children under 1 – Free
Children 1 to 2 – R45 per hour
Children 3 and over (1st hour) – R100
Children 3 and above (2nd hour) – R85
Operating Hours:
11 am – 7 pm (Tuesday – Thursday)
11 am – 8 pm (Friday)
9 am – 7 pm (Saturday)
9 am – 6 pm (Sunday)
Monday – Closed
Freedom Adventure Park will operate during government school holidays & public holidays
Address: 333 Main Road, Tokai, Cape Town
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5. Acrobranch
Let your kid climb, jump and run the grounds of Acrobranch Constantia. Maybe you have an inner Tarzan spirit waiting to be unleashed, too? No matter your age, anyone can embark on a treetop adventure with Acrobranch. You can do anything from taking on zip-lining or overcoming obstacle courses. Of course, children can do the latter, too, and spend time at the designated play areas and jungle gyms. This is one of the fun parks in Cape Town that allows you to connect with nature.
Prices:
Acro-twigs (3 – 6 years) – R160
Monkey Moves (7 years and older) – R200
Swinging Tarzan (7 years and older & 1.3 m and taller) – R240
High Flying (9 years and older & 1.3 m and taller) – R300
Operating Times:
9 am – 6 pm (September to April – Wednesday to Sunday)
9 am to 5 pm (May to August – Wednesday to Sunday)
Acrobranch will operate during government school holidays & public holidays
Address: 1 Hout Bay Main Road, Constantia Nek, Cape Town
