Outdoor and Adventure
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Classic outdoor pursuits such as golf and horse riding are well catered for in and around Cape Town. A number of scenic and top-quality courses and golfing estates are open to the public for a quick round, while horsing adventures include long rides along Noordhoek Beach.
Scuba diving is a year-round sport in the Western Cape, flanked as it is by the Indian and Atlantic oceans, both teeming with myriad marine species. For the fit, there are nature walks in the Helderberg, or hiking on Table Mountain or in the Steenbras River Gorge, among many other options.
Cape Town has many more adrenalin-rush inducing options for those with a wild sense of adventure. Whether it’s the thrill of paragliding from mountains, sandboarding down giant sand dunes or quad biking along scenic nature trails, a variety of more extreme and exciting sports is on offer.
A-Z of Outdoor and Adventure
Blaauwberg Beach and Kite Surfing
Blouberg beach, also known as Bloubergstrand and Blaauwberg Beach, is the place to take picture-postcard shots of Cape Town and Table Mountain and it’s also a great place to go kite surfing. Read more.
Blue Rock Cable Waterski
BLUE ROCK is situated on the beautiful slopes of the Helderberg Mountains, a stone’s throw away from Sir Lowry’s Pass, Somerset West and Gordon’s Bay. Read more.
Boat and yacht charters
One of the advantages of being on a peninsula is that the sea is rarely more than a few kilometres away in any direction, so why not take advantage of this and view Cape Town from a different perspective? Read more.
Cape Hunt and Polo Club
Drag Hunting is an exciting cross-country equestrian sport, where drag hound packs use foxhounds that are trained to follow an artificially laid scent trail. Read more.
Caves
The steep slopes of the Cape Peninsula are home to more than 100 caves, ranging in size from overhangs to deep fissures with underground tunnels. Read more.
Cycling and mountain biking
The varied topography of Cape Town, from its soaring mountains to long, flat beaches, forested slopes and challenging mountain passes, presents the keen cyclist with an array of routes to choose from. Read more.
Erinvale Golf Course
Said to be one of the best residential golf courses in South Africa, Erinvale Golf Course is one of Cape Town’s golfing treasures. Read more.
Fish Hoek
Fish Hoek is a quaint coastal town set between ocean and mountain at the mouth of the Silvermine River on the False Bay side of the Cape Peninsula. Read more.
Fishing
Whether it’s the excitement of fighting a large game fish out at sea or the more sedate art of fly-fishing that appeals to the angler in you, Cape Town offers a wide choice of saltwater and freshwater options. Read more.
Golf
Cape Town and the greater Western Cape Province offer golfing enthusiasts some of the most majestic and scenic championship-status courses in South Africa. Read more.
Great rides
Feel the kiss of the salty wind astraddle a classic car or motorcycle, while taking in the magnificence of Cape Town’s mountain and ocean scenery. Read more.
Helderberg and Nature Reserve
The beautiful Cape Helderberg region offers a wonderful combination of nature and winelands just 45km (28mi) from Cape Town. Read more.
Helicopter and aeroplane trips
Soaring in a helicopter or plane over the broad expanse of Cape Town, from its majestic mountain ranges down to its sparkling ocean, is a wonderful introduction to the diversity offered by South Africa’s Mother City. Read more.
Horse riding in Cape Town
For those who enjoy seeing the countryside at a gallop with the wind blowing through their hair, horse riding in Cape Town can be a pleasant and affordable experience. Read more.
Hout Bay
Scenic Hout Bay is a lively coastal town with a lovely swimming beach and a picturesque harbour where you can buy the best fish and chips in the world. Read more.
Indoor Rock Climbing Gym
Contrary to popular belief, climbing is not a pursuit limited to the very strong. It has a lot more to do with mental ability and technique, so put your skills to the test at CityROCK Indoor Climbing Gym in Observatory, Cape Town. Read more.
Killarney Race Track
Watch the speed freaks tear up the tar at Cape Town’s Killarney Race Track. Read more.
Lion’s Head
Lion’s Head forms part of the Table Mountain range and provides a scenic backdrop to the City of Cape Town. Read more.
Microlighting
See the world from a new perspective – from the windswept harness of a microlight, more fondly known as “the motorbike of the skies”. Whether you’re soaring above the waves or skimming overland with the rush of wind in your ears and adrenline-filled ozone in your nostrils, nothing can equal the intense sensory experience of microlight flight. Read more.
Newlands cricket stadium
Newlands cricket grounds, officially known as Sahara Park Newlands, with its spectacular views of Table Mountain, is full of sports history and atmosphere. Read more.
Newlands rugby stadium
Newlands rugby stadium, officially known as DHL Newlands, is where the Springboks play their international matches in Cape Town. The stadium is also the home ground of the Stormers and Western Province rugby teams. Read more.
Noordhoek Beach horse riding
Noordhoek is popular for horse rides along a white, sandy beach that stretches for miles. Read more.
Paragliding
It has long been a human dream to soar like a bird on lofty thermals – and paragliding comes pretty close. There couldn’t be a better place to experience the thrill of paragliding than high above the beaches of Camps Bay and Clifton, and the Twelve Apostles. Read more.
Quad biking
Traversing the beautiful Cape countryside on a quad bike offers a unique perspective on local flora and fauna, with a little excitement thrown in for good measure. Read more.
Ratanga Junction
Picture this ... You’re strapped into your seat, hanging under the track of a looping roller coaster that’s hurtling down a twisting track at about 100km/h. Screams fill the air, and you’re not sure you’ll live to savour the memories ... If that sounds like fun to you, then Ratanga Junction’s the place you need to be! Read more.
Sandboarding
Sandboarding is one of the most exciting adventure sports offered in South Africa. It requires the same skills as snowboarding but is generally easier to learn and needs a lot less clothing. Read more.
Scarborough
Along the winding road from Kommetjie past Witsands and Misty Cliffs, approximately an hour’s drive from Cape Town city centre, you’ll come upon a pretty seaside village flanked by pristine beaches, scenic mountains and a camel-shaped rock formation – this is Scarborough. Read more.
Scuba diving in the Cape
The best thing about diving in Cape Town is that you have two oceans to choose from – the warmer Indian Ocean to the east and south, and the colder Atlantic Ocean to the west. Read more.
Sea kayaking
Sea kayaking is a year-round activity that can be enjoyed by reasonably fit people of all ages. Read more.
Silvermine Nature Reserve
Silvermine Nature Reserve forms part of the Table Mountain National Park and encapsulates part of the Cape Peninsula mountain range, from Kalk Bay through to Constantiaberg. Read more.
Skydiving in Cape Town
Taking in the beauty of Cape Town from altitude is a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Read more.
Steenbras River Gorge Hiking Trail
The Steenbras River Gorge near Gordon’s Bay will be closed for restorations and rehabilitation until June 2012 at the earliest. Read more.
Surfing
If you’ve always harboured a desire to master the art of surfing, a holiday in Cape Town is the ideal time to learn this most enjoyable sport. Read more.
Swimming in Cape Town – beaches and pools
South Africa’s Mother City offers an array of beautiful, white, sandy beaches and a refreshing, crystal-clear ocean set against an azure sky. The Cape Peninsula separates two of the great oceans of the world, the cold Atlantic Ocean and the slightly warmer Indian Ocean, which meet officially at Cape Aghulas. And if the ocean’s too cold, there’s also a great choice of public swimming pools in Cape Town. Read more.
Table Mountain
On November 11, 2011, Table Mountain was named among the New7Wonders of Nature, following a lengthy international public voting process. You can get to the top of Cape Town’s most famous icon in just five minutes by taking a cable car up, or spend the better part of your day hiking it. Read more.
Table Mountain National Park and Hoerikwaggo Trail
The Hoerikwaggo Trail in the Table Mountain National Park takes in all the natural attractions of the park – beaches and mountains – as well as some city highlights. Read more.
Walks
Walking is one of the best ways to enjoy the sights, sounds and smells of Cape Town. As long as it’s not raining, any weather will do. Read more.
Whales, sharks and seals
The ocean and small islands around Cape Town are teeming with marine life. Keep your eyes on the water to ensure you don’t miss the whales, sharks, seals and dolphins that frequently put on a show for visitors. Read more.
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