10 Historical & Heritage Tours in Cape Town Central That You Shouldn't Miss

We are descendants from the slaves brought to the Cape by the early Dutch settlers to Bo-Kaap, & feel connected to the rich history of the area. It's this deep love that fuels our desire to share with you this beautiful and intricately woven culture that is unmatched anywhere in the world. As residents and qualified tour guides with many years' experience, we will show you Bo-Kaap beyond the postcard pictures.

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Discover Cape Town, Cape Town City, Table Mountain, Boulder's Penguins colony, Cape of Good Hope and Cape Winelands all in one day in a private vehicle with your very own tour guide. Your tour guide will ensure that you have explored the city, the Cape Peninsula or Cape of Good Hope as well as the Cape Winelands in a single day. For a maximum wine tasting experience, we highly recommend the exclusive Constantia Wine Route.

Inclusions: Chapman's peak toll fee, Private Tour guide/driver, Vehicle and Fuel, Pick up and drop off at accommodation in Cape Town, Bottled water onboard the vehicle

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities (optional), Entrance Fees: Table Mountain cable car @ R360.00 per adult; R180.00 per child, Entrance Fees: Cape of Good hope main gate @ R320.00 per adult; R160.00 per child, Entrance Fees: Boulder's penguins colony @ R160.00 per adult; R80.00 per child

Join us on one of the most popular heritage tours in South Africa and experience more about South African history by taking a boat trip to Robben Island museum and see the prison cell where former president Nelson Mandela was incarcerated as a political prisoner. Then, take a tour to the Penguins main colony at Boulder's beach, finish the day with full exploration of the Cape of Good Hope and Cape Point nature reserve. Peace of mind as your Robben Island Tickets are pre booked in advance  soon after we have received your booking. This is truly one of the most amazing tours you will ever embark on. You will have a private vehicle at your disposal just for you and your party for the entire day. You will share the boat to Robben Island with other guests. A tour at the island will be conducted by an ex prisoner. 

Inclusions: Private Tour Guide/Driver, Vehicle and Fuel, Hotel pick up and drop off, Bottled water onboard the vehicle, Robben Island boat trip & museum tour admission ticket.

Exclusions: Meals, Drinks and Gratuities (optional), Entrance fees to Boulders penguins colony @ R160.00 per adult; R80.00 per child, Entrance fees to Cape of Good Hope main gate @ R320.00 per adult; R160.00 per child, Optional Funicular to Cape Point light house @ R80.00 per adult; R40.00 per child

Spend a day exploring the iconic Table Mountain and the famous Robben Island prison famed for hosting Nelson Mandela. African Xplora understands that the outbreak of the Corona Virus (Covid-19) raises many questions regarding travelling as well as planning travel in the near future and we recognise the uncertainty this may cause. Many countries have issued preventative responses to the Corona Virus, but that doesn’t mean you have to cut your trip short or cancel it altogether. Rest assured, we are monitoring the situation closely as it evolves and we are following Government travel advice. We will be providing as much assistance as possible. Your safety is our biggest concern.

Inclusions: Return Ferry Ride to Robben Island, Return Table Mountain Cableway Ride, Private Transportation to visits, Registered & Qualified Tourist Guide

Exclusions: Lunch, Fees to optional visits

We visit and see every important tourist attraction that Cape Town has to offer literally in one day, ideal and especially for tourists with time constraints Warm water proof clothing in winter is a must though even in the middle of summer it can get very cold on top of Table Mountain and suntan lotion is recommended.

Inclusions: Cost of Cable Car up and down Table Mountain, Cost of all entrance fees to Museums

Exclusions: Lunches additional alcohol, drinks coffee and tea

Discover Cape Town on a shared Half Day City tour of our Mother City and explore the monuments in Adderley Street; visit the Castle of Good Hope and the Bo-Kaap; experience the Noon Gun and take the Cable Car up to the top of Table Mountain. This is a fun-filled morning of city discovery in Cape Town.

Inclusions: Shared Tour Guide/Driver and Vehicle, Bottled water onboard the vehicle, Entrance fees to Castle of Good Hope

Exclusions: Table Mountain ticket (Available for pre-purchase online) [R360.00 per adult; R180.00 per child], Food and Drink, Gratuities (optional)

Enjoy a full day shared tour of the Cape Peninsula with highlight stops in the Bo-Kaap, Camp's Bay, Hout Bay, Chapman's Peak, Boulder's Penguins colony, Cape of Good Hope and Cape Point. Marvel at the spectacular Atlantic Seaboard as you travel along the scenic coastline between the mountains and the ocean. See the best of Cape Town on a fun-filled, scheduled tour while sharing the experience with a small group with personal guided interaction.

Inclusions: Shared tour guide/driver, vehicle and fuel, Hotel pick up and drop off, Chapman's Peak toll fees, Bottled water in the minivan

Exclusions: Seal Island ticket @ ZAR 110.00 per adult; ZAR 60.00 per child, Cape of Good Hope ticket @ ZAR 340.00 per adult; ZAR 170.00 per child, Boulder's Penguins colony @ R170.00 per adult; R80.00 per child, Lunch, Drinks and Tips (optional)

Robben island boat trip and museum tour is one of the most popular tourist attractions in South Africa. Visitors can take advantage of return ferry boat trips to and from the V&A Waterfront; Experience a guided tour of Robben Island Maximum Security Prison with an ex-political prisoner and take the Long March to Freedom in the historical footsteps of former president Nelson Mandela;

Inclusions: Shared Tour Guide/driver, vehicle and fuel, Robben island boat trip & museum tour ticket, Entrance into the Diamond Museum tour, Bottled water onboard the vehicle, Hotel pick up and drop off

Exclusions: Meals, Drinks and Gratuities (optional), Items of personal nature

Robben Island boat trip and museum tour is one of the most popular tourist attractions in South Africa and is likely to sell out in advance. Secure your shared boat trip and museum tour tickets and skip the ticketing line by booking this tour and receiving return transfers between your hotel and the Nelson Mandela Gateway to Robben Island. Embark on a unique opportunity to take the Long March to Freedom in the historical footsteps of former President of South Africa - Nelson Mandela. See the prison cell that held Nelson Mandela incarcerated for 18 years of his 27 year imprisonment. Listen to the true life experiences on the island as told by ex-political prisoners who will give you a live guided tour of the island. This is one of the most enlightening tours you will ever experience in South Africa.

Inclusions: Private transportation, Air-conditioned vehicle, WiFi on board, Bottled water, Parking Fees, Fuel surcharge, Entry/Admission to Robben Island.

Exclusions: Lunch, Gratuities

Join us on a sightseeing trip to the south western tip of African continent in a small group. Experience the scenic beauty and natural landscapes of South Africa’s Cape Peninsula on this full-day tour from Cape Town.You can explore the Cape Point/Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve at your leisure, and check out playful families of African penguins within the vicinity. You will be picked in your hotel or accommodation lobby.Be ready 10mins before agreed pick up time and be expectant for a great day ahead of you.Wear comfortable clothes and they will be casual walking and optional hikes now and then :)

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Professional qualified english guide, Bottled Water, Fuel Surcharge and Toll fess, Pick up at your convenient location

Exclusions: Brunch, All entrance fees into national parks and boat trip to seal island, Gratuities