Cape Town City Walking Tour
When you book, you give the full names of all guests and accept the tour indemnity on behalf of each of them.
370 years of Cape Town in a morning: the VOC garden, slavery, the Castle, the Bo-Kaap and the balcony where Mandela spoke on the day of his release.
The day
- 09:30 · Company's GardenThe Dutch East India Company's vegetable garden of 1652; Parliament and the Slave Lodge (1679).
- 10:15 · St George's Cathedral and Greenmarket SquareDesmond Tutu's cathedral; the old market square.
- 10:45 · Bo-KaapCobbled streets, the Auwal Mosque (1794), the oldest in South Africa, and Cape Malay heritage.
- 11:30 · Grand Parade and City HallWhere Mandela gave his first speech after release, on 11 February 1990.
- 12:00 · Castle of Good HopeThe 1666–1679 pentagon fort (entry included).
- 12:30 · FinishCoffee stop recommendation; drop-off or walk back to your hotel.
Cape Town City Walking Tour is a private tour in Cape Town (City centre) for up to 3 guests: half day (3 h), starting at your hotel, from R950 per person.
Questions about this tour
What if the weather is bad?
Every tour has a weather alternative. Geoff checks the forecast the day before and adjusts the plan if needed.
Where is pick-up?
Pick-up and drop-off at your hotel, in the Jimny.
Do we sign an indemnity?
Yes. When you book, you give the full names of all guests and accept the tour indemnity on behalf of each of them. Parents or guardians accept it for anyone under 18.
What time do we start?
Flexible, agreed when you book.
Can more than three of us come?
Larger vehicles can be arranged on request.
What guests say about Geoff
“Geoff was also always helpful, patiently took photos and answered every question. We highly recommend him!”
“We really enjoyed the climb up Lion's Head, and it was definitely a highlight of our stay in Cape Town.”
“Geoff made me feel very comfortable, guided me calmly through all the tricky sections and was so patient!”
Price per person
Included
Private registered guide (licence WC14954, Wilderness First Responder)Pick-up and drop-off at your hotel, in the JimnyWalking guideCastle of Good Hope entryNot included
LunchGratuitiesCancellation and weather
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start. Bookings close 24 hours before the start.
Private tours: one group per day. Geoff is the only guide, so once a date is booked, no other tour runs that day.
Every tour has a weather alternative. Geoff checks the forecast the day before and adjusts the plan if needed.
Safety
Registered guide (WC14954), Wilderness First Responder, route chosen for the day's conditions.