Cape Town has always been the ultimate destination for thrill-seekers and adrenaline junkies alike.
The high mountains and diverse terrain are the adventurist’s ultimate playground and to get you inspired, we’ve compiled a list of crazy activities that you can experience in Cape Town.
1. Paragliding
With paragliding specials from Daddy’s Deals, you can take in breathtaking views whilst being airborne.
- Skill Required: None
- Safety Level: Generally safe (as long as one partners with an accredited paragliding company)
- Additional Information: Paragliding Deals
2. Quad Biking
Quad biking is a fun and exciting group activity that people of all ages can enjoy. This fast-paced, high-energy activity will have tourists zooming through Cape Town’s beautiful natural terrain.
- Skill Required: Some experience using a similar vehicle would be advantageous
- Safety Level: Typically very safe. Just ensure that safety precautions are implemented and always follow instructions.
- Additional Information: www.saforestadventures.co.za
3. Surfing the Sand Dunes
While Cape Town is famous for its beautiful beaches and gnarly waves, it does provide a different kind of surfing experience for tourists looking to catch some waves.
The Atlantis sand dunes are renowned around Cape Town as many thrill seekers utilise its terrain for dirt biking, quad biking, and even dune surfing!
If the ocean is not your style or, if you want to experience a new way of surfing, dune surfing might be what you’ve been looking for.
- Skill Required: None. Whether you’re surfing like a pro or sliding down the hills on your belly, the dunes are for everyone to enjoy.
- Safety level: Extremely Safe. Just exercise caution.
- Additional Information: sandboardingcapetown.com
4. Abseiling
If you are brave enough to dangle off the edge of Cape Town’s massive Table Mountain, at 1000 metres above sea level, then abseiling down one of the world’s seven wonders should be an essential item on your list or any adventurer’s bucket list.
Take a vertical descent down the face of the mountain and enjoy a view of the incredible city below.
- Skill Required: Adequate experience in abseiling and a decent fitness level.
- Safety Level: Typically safe, just make sure all safety precautions are implemented and that instructions are dutifully followed.
- Additional Information: abseilafrica.co.za
5. Ziplining
Ziplining is a fantastic way to admire the beauty of Cape Town and get your much-needed fix of an adrenaline rush.
There are many locations around Cape Town where one could take the dive and soar through the African sky. This particular zipline is located in Silvermine Estate, which is a private estate offering tourists a safe and secure experience.
- Skill Required: None
- Safety Level: Very Safe
- Additional Information: www.saforestadventures.co.za
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