Kirstenbosch Gardens Walk
When you book, you give the full names of all guests and accept the tour indemnity on behalf of each of them.
South Africa's most famous garden on a private walk: proteas, the tree-canopy walkway, Van Riebeeck's hedge and the rarest cycad on earth.
The day
- 09:00 · Pick-upDrive round the back of Table Mountain to Kirstenbosch.
- 09:30 · The gardenFounded in 1913, the first botanical garden devoted to a country's own flora.
- 10:00 · Boomslang walkwayThe tree-canopy walkway built for the garden's centenary.
- 10:30 · Van Riebeeck's hedgeWild almond (Brabejum stellatifolium) planted in 1660 to mark the edge of the Dutch settlement.
- 11:00 · Protea and cycad gardensKing proteas (Protea cynaroides) and Wood's cycad (Encephalartos woodii), extinct in the wild.Read: The Loneliest Plant in the World →
- 12:00 · Tea at the gardenOptional; drop-off by 12:30.
Kirstenbosch Gardens Walk is a private tour in Cape Town (Kirstenbosch) for up to 3 guests: half day (3.5 h), with pick-up and drop-off included, from R1,450 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 JimnyKirstenbosch entryNot included
LunchGratuitiesNewlands Forest Walk (+2 hours, R500 per person)
A forest and stream walk on the slopes above Newlands, including the park gate fee.
Cancellation 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.