Cape Town is home to various activities for those seeking thrilling experiences while exploring the city.
Here, simplicity meets adventure. No frills, just straightforward experiences to suit every taste. Whether you fancy the rumble of a Harley, the bird’s-eye views from a helicopter, or navigating quad biking trails, Cape Town keeps it real. Get ready for a day of straightforward fun.
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Here are five ways to explore the City:
Roar along the coast on a Harley
Experience the power and freedom of a Harley-Davidson on the Cape’s coastal roads. On this tour, you’ll get to explore iconic spots like the 12 Apostles, Boulders Beach, and Chapman’s Peak. Feel the roar of the engine and the wind in your face as you cruise through the scenic beauty of Cape Town’s coastal landscape. These guided tours ensure everyone can enjoy the thrill of a Harley adventure, even if you don’t have a licence.
- Location: Victoria Road, Camps Bay, Cape Town
- Contact: 082 967 0085 | [email protected]
Cape {town} Etc discount: Tick this Harley-Davidson coastal tour off your bucket list for R599 (valued at R2 000). Get the deal here.
Experience Cape views from above
Departing from the V&A Waterfront, this quick yet breathtaking experience offers stunning aerial views of the Atlantic Ocean, Robben Island and Table Mountain. Fly over Green Point Stadium, then take in a bird’s-eye view of Robben Island and Table Mountain, the Atlantic coast, the Cape Town City Bowl and more before returning to the V&A Waterfront to finish the journey.
- Location: East Pier Road, Waterfront, Cape Town
- Contact: 021 425 3868 | 063 808 4141 (WhatsApp) | [email protected]
Cape {town} Etc discount: Enjoy magnificent views of Cape Town in a Hopper for R1 565. Get the deal here.
Quad biking down Atlantis Dunes
Take a quad bike ride down the Atlantis Dunes just outside Cape Town. The dunes have soft white sand reaching up to 50 metres high. No experience is required; the instructor will guide you. You’ll get to ride a fully automated quad bike down the West Coast of South Africa, exploring the conservation area that protects the Atlantis Aquifer.
- Location: Unit C4, CTX Freight Park, Freight Road, Matroosfontein
Cape Town - Contact: 021 824 3387
Cape {town} Etc discount: Get an adrenaline rush with a one-hour Quad Bike experience for one person in Atlantis for R599. Get the deal here.
Indulge in coastal elegance with a Cadillac tour
Experience a drive along the Cape coastline in a classic Cadillac from the 50s or 60s. The journey is simple but classy, whether with family, a partner, or alone. Enjoy the open-top ride with a picnic basket in the back. Sit in the leather seats, smell the leather, and let the V8 engine take you back in time.
- Location: Victoria Road, Camps Bay, Cape Town
- Contact: 082 967 0085 | [email protected]
Cape {town} Etc discount: Experience a once-in-a-lifetime Cadillac drive for four people for just R1 799 (valued at R 3500). Get the deal here.
Quad biking, paintball, and segway rides
Van Schoorsdrif Road in Philadelphia is where you can have an adventurous day at Fun Forest with quad biking trails, paintball games and Segway rides. Follow guided quad biking trails that twist through trees and around bends. These trails are suitable for first-time riders with easy-to-ride automatic quad bikes. You can immerse yourself in the Fun Forest experience, which provides various exciting activities for a day filled with adventure.
- Contact: 082 066 1197
- Location: wildx.co.za/find-us/
Cape {town} Etc discount: Only pay R299 (valued at R600) for an exciting Segway tour. Get the deal here.
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