Cape Town is widely regarded as one of the most beautiful cities in the world — and it is not hard to see why. Framed by the iconic flat-topped Table Mountain on one side and two glittering oceans on the other, Cape Town offers a breathtaking combination of natural beauty, vibrant culture, world-class cuisine, and remarkable wildlife.
At Kega Safaris, we combine Cape Town with a Kruger safari for the ultimate South Africa experience — and it remains one of our most popular itineraries.
⭐ Did you know? Cape Town is where the Atlantic and Indian Oceans meet. At Cape Point, you can stand on the southwesternmost tip of Africa — an extraordinary feeling that stays with you forever.
Top Things to Do in Cape Town
Table Mountain
No visit to Cape Town is complete without ascending Table Mountain. The cable car ride to the summit takes just a few minutes and rewards you with a 360-degree panorama of the city, the Atlantic Ocean, and the Cape Peninsula. Go early in the morning before the famous tablecloth cloud rolls in.
Cape Peninsula Drive
The Cape Peninsula is one of the world's great scenic drives. Starting from the city and winding along the Atlantic Seaboard through Hout Bay, Chapman's Peak, and down to Cape Point, this full-day experience is simply breathtaking. Stop at Boulder's Beach to see the African penguin colony — a genuinely magical encounter.
Cape Winelands
The Winelands towns of Stellenbosch, Franschhoek, and Paarl sit just an hour from Cape Town, surrounded by mountain scenery and some of Africa's finest wine estates. A full day of wine tasting and farm-to-table dining here is an unforgettable experience.
Robben Island
The island where Nelson Mandela was imprisoned for 18 of his 27 years in captivity is one of South Africa's most important historical sites. The boat trip across Table Bay and the tour of the prison — often led by former political prisoners — is deeply moving.
Best Time to Visit Cape Town
Cape Town is best visited from November to April — the Southern Hemisphere summer. This period offers warm, dry weather perfect for outdoor activities, beach days, and the peninsula drive.
The winter months from June to August bring rain and cold winds — though this is also whale season, with southern right whales visible from the shore at Hermanus and other coastal spots.
Combine Cape Town with Kruger
The classic South Africa itinerary pairs Cape Town with a Kruger safari for a 10–14 day trip that covers both the city and the bush. Fly into Cape Town, spend 4–5 days exploring the city and peninsula, then fly to the Kruger region for 4–5 days of Big Five game drives.
Kega Safaris arranges the complete package — flights between cities, accommodation, game drives, and all transfers.
Top Cape Town Travel Tips
- Book Table Mountain cable car online — queues can be very long in peak season
- Check the weather before ascending — the mountain is often cloud-covered; wait for a clear day
- Rent a car — Cape Town's attractions are spread out; a car gives you the most flexibility
- Visit the V&A Waterfront — the best area for restaurants, shopping, and evening entertainment
- Try Cape Malay cuisine — the Bo-Kaap neighbourhood offers authentic Cape Malay food unlike anything else in Africa
- Book whale watching for June–November — Hermanus is the world's best land-based whale watching destination
📞 Plan your Cape Town trip with Kega Safaris. We arrange complete South Africa itineraries combining Cape Town, Kruger, the Garden Route and more. Contact us for a free quote today.