If Cape Town is on your itinerary, these are the tours and experiences we’d recommend booking first to make the most of your time there.

Cape of Good Hope and Boulders Beach Full Day Private Tour

For travelers who’d rather trade streets for scenery, this Cape Town experience heads straight for the outdoors. Sturdy footwear and weather-appropriate clothing are worth packing for this one.

Cape of Good Hope and Boulders Beach Full Day Private Tour

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Cape of Good Hope Full Day Tour from Cape Town

This is an efficient way to see more than just Cape Town in one go, with an experienced driver or guide handling the logistics. This is a popular choice for visitors who want breadth over depth in a single day.

Cape of Good Hope Full Day Tour from Cape Town

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Big Five Safari Guided Day Tour from Cape Town

This full day out covers a lot of ground, using Cape Town as one of the highlights along a broader route. Comfortable seating and a good playlist help, since there’s a fair amount of travel time involved.

Big Five Safari Guided Day Tour from Cape Town

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If any of these catch your eye, it’s worth locking in dates for Cape Town sooner rather than later, especially in high season.