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Easy to Moderate
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2-15
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Private and personalised Cape Town tour
Overview
Spotting the Big Five—lion, leopard, rhinoceros, elephant, and Cape buffalo—is a priority for many visitors to South Africa and this tour is ideal for those with limited time. Travel from Cape Town by upmarket air-conditioned vehicle, enjoying views of the Breede River, Hex River Wine Valley, and Table Mountain along the way, then join a group safari drive at a private game reserve and enjoy some incredible wildlife-watching opportunities.
Highlights
- Express tour from Cape Town: ideal for those short on time
- Guided game drive: maximize your chances of spotting the Big Five
- Delicious buffet lunch including a glass of champagne
- Round-trip transport from Cape Town by upmarket air-conditioned vehicle
08h30 pick up from your hotel/accommodation. Start your tour in an upmarket vehicle with a professional tour guide at the helm. Leave the city and drive along the N1 highway past the Language Monument outside Paarl.
Travel up through the majestic Du Toitskloof Pass with impressive scenery all around you. Stop at the top to take in the view and admire Table Mountain from a distance.
Enjoy the beautiful scenery of the famous winelands of the Breede River Valley and the Hex River Valley on your way to the game reserve.
Stop at Du Toitskloof Wines for winetasting & the Ou Meul Bakery & Cafe next door for coffee and a treat surrounded by the majestic Du Toitskloof mountain range. Du Toitskloof Wines offer a wide variety of wines from 6 different surrounding farms in the Breede River Valley and are well known for their award winning Chenin Blanc. Their Fairtrade initiative has seen more than 3000 people directly benefitting from all their various projects annually. Wine tasting = R60pp If wine is not your thing, you can enjoy a cup of Bootleggers coffee and a mouthwatering homemade pastry next door at the famous Ou Meul Bakery & Cafe. Browse through their lovely gift shop and delectable array of home baked specialities.
Arrive at the 10 000 hectare private game farm. Their entrance fee is extra, but includes a complimentary glass of champagne, a lavish buffet lunch and a 2-3 hour game drive with a professional game ranger (approximately 14 pax per vehicle). A private game drive is available at an additional cost of R3555 for the vehicle (maximum 8 pax). This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to possibly see all of the Big 5 i.e. lions, elephants, buffalo, leopard & rhino plus other animals all in one day. The game park entrance fee= R1890pp low season/R2365pp mid season/ R2580 pp peak season, children half price. Prepayment is required to get access. We will book on your behalf and send you a payment link (credit cards are accepted). Prices are subject to change without notice.
Stop for a comfort break (coffee optional extra) at the Du Kloof Lodge situated on the Molenaars River with the spectacular Witteberg Mountain backdrop.
Travel back to Cape Town via the famous Huguenot Tunnel. Drop off at your hotel/accommodation at approximately 18h30.
Cost
The Cost Includes
- Professional guide
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Transport in an upmarket vehicle
The Cost Excludes
- Game park charge (R2365pp low /R2555 mid /R2785pp peak season - includes lunch & game drive)
- ZAR2,365.00 per person
- Gratuities
- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
Big Five Safari and Breede River Valley Guided Day Trip
Map
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Infant seats available
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
- Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
- Infant seats are available on request if advised at time of booking (cost excluded)
- Infant meals not included
- Wheelchair/walker by prior arrangement only
- Wheelchair/walker by prior arrangement only
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
FAQs
General
November to March for beach weather and long days. February to April is the sweet spot: still warm, slightly calmer, fewer crowds. Winter (June to August) is cheaper and moodier.
Four to five covers the highlights without rushing. Three works if you stick to the city and one day trip. A week lets you add the winelands and the coast properly.
Layers, always. Mornings can be cool even in summer, and the wind can drop the temperature fast. Bring a light jacket, comfy walking shoes, sunscreen and a hat.
Summer brings the southeaster, which can be strong. It can shut the cable car and cancel boat trips, so plan flexible days.
Yes, but know that the Atlantic side (Clifton, Camps Bay) is cold even in summer. The False Bay side (Muizenberg, Boulders) is noticeably warmer. Always check for lifeguards and flags.
For Robben Island and sunset cruises, book early in peak season, December to February. For most other things, a few days ahead is plenty.
Wind and swell are the usual reasons. Operators normally offer a reschedule or refund. Don’t schedule your must-do on your last day.
Uber and Bolt are the easiest in the city. Rental cars suit the peninsula and winelands. Hop-on hop-off buses and organised tours cover the main sights if you’d rather not drive.
Yes, with the usual care. They drive on the left. Lock doors, keep valuables out of sight and park in busy or guarded spots.
Millions visit without trouble. Stick to busy, well-lit areas, don’t flash phones or jewellery, and use a ride app instead of walking at night. Ask your accommodation which areas to avoid.
In busy areas like the V&A Waterfront and parts of Long Street, usually yes. Elsewhere, take a ride-hail even for short trips.
Yes, if you prepare. Go in a group, tell someone your route, carry water, check the weather and start early. Don’t hike alone on remote trails.
Safe to drink across Cape Town, so bring a refillable bottle.
South African rand. Cards work almost everywhere, but carry a little cash for tips, parking attendants and small vendors.
About 10 to 15% in restaurants, and a small tip for guides, drivers and car guards. Check whether a service charge is already included.
South Africa uses its own three-pin plug (Type M, with some Type N). Bring an adapter.
It depends on your passport. Many nationalities can visit visa-free for a set period. Check the official government site before you book flights.
Usually not for Cape Town, which is outside the malaria zone. Requirements depend on where you’ve travelled from, so check official health advice for your own situation.
Yes, signal is good in the city and on most main routes. Local SIM cards and eSIMs are cheap if you want data. Cafés and accommodation usually have wifi.
It has been far less of a problem recently, but it can still happen. Many hotels and cafés have backup power, so charge your phone and power bank whenever you can.
Winelands (Stellenbosch, Franschhoek) if you like food and wine. The Cape Peninsula (Boulders Penguins, Cape Point) if you want scenery and wildlife. Both are easy from the city.
Roughly June to November, peaking around September and October. Hermanus and the coast near Gansbaai are popular spots, and you can sometimes spot whales from shore too.
Yes, at Boulders Beach in Simon’s Town, year-round. Go early to avoid crowds, and don’t touch them, because they bite.
Very. Beaches, penguins, easy hikes, the aquarium and plenty of family-friendly restaurants. Kids’ prices and age limits vary by activity, so check each booking page.
Yes. It’s easy to meet people on group tours, in hostels and on day trips. Use common sense after dark, as you would anywhere.
Seafood on the coast, braai (barbecue) if you’re invited, and Cape Malay dishes in the Bo-Kaap. Ask locals where they actually eat.
Aim for three hours before an international flight and two for domestic. Allow extra time for traffic on the N2, especially at rush hour.
