Experiences in Cape Town | Timbuktu Travel

What to do in Cape Town

Ever heard the phrase, “a world in one country”? Well, Cape Town is a world in one city! Surrounded by craggy mountains, ocean, plenty of lush greenery and rolling countryside, but also a bustling city scene, vivacious cultures and history, you won’t be short of things to do. We recommend starting in the city with a guided tour. Choose your focus from history, food or art (or all three), and discover the spots away from the guidebooks. If a guide isn’t your thing, wander the streets and seek out your own gems. Follow it all up with a connoisseur gin tasting and dinner in an award-winning restaurant and you have Cape Town in a nutshell. Then there’s the great outdoors. Table Mountain dominates the landscape and with several hiking routes to choose from (guided or un-guided), and the cable car, there’s no excuse for not reaching the top. Other highlights around the city include the Southern Peninsula, home to African penguins, cliff-carved roads, lighthouses and incredible views, and the sun-kissed beaches of the Atlantic Seaboard. And we haven’t even started on the markets, paragliding activities, surfing or shopping yet…

Ice cream & push scooter tour at sunset

This jaunt is fun for everyone, includes amusing anecdotes of Sea Point’s past and is the perfect way to end your day on a sweet note!

The idea is not to eat a massive amount of ice cream, but rather to have tastings at each stop and enjoy exploring the promenade with a guide. In total, we will eat 1.5 scoops on the tour (you can have more if you want) and taste a variety of delicious ice creams.

We meet at Queen’s Beach and take an e-scooter towards the Green Point Lighthouse.

Finishing near where we started, 1.5 hours later.

Go on a cocktail & speakeasy tour in Cape Town

We know it can be tricky — and even intimidating — to know where to go for a sophisticated drink in Cape Town.

We also know that going out with a local, in a group, is the best way to discover the city's best spots. And luckily, there are some truly phenomenal cocktail bars and speakeasies to choose from.

We’ve been to all of Cape Town’s best bars and have curated a route and schedule that showcases the city's best on each night of the week.

Go on a cocktail & speakeasy tour in Cape Town

Listen to unique stories on a guided walk in Cape Town

Discover the natural diversity of Cape Town on this fun tour that is the perfect introduction to the city’s hidden wonders. While exploring, you’ll hear fascinating stories about Cape Town’s history and legends – from indigenous heroes to modern-day icons.

The Constantia Wine Walk

A sip-and-stroll storytelling journey through Cape Town’s most iconic vineyards.

Lunch with a private chef in Cape Town

An exclusive gourmet lunch experience awaits, hosted by the esteemed Chef Nicky Gibbs in her personal home. Chef to renowned rockstars, she crafts a delectable 6-course set menu, thoughtfully paired with botanical teas, each ingredient foraged from her own garden. A feast for the senses in a beautiful setting with panoramic views of Noordhoek Valley.