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The Great Cape Escape

The Ultimate Escape to Iconic Destinations across Southern Africa
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A Little Bit of Everything

Explore the diversity of Southern Africa with breathtaking views and exciting activities. This journey will take you on the greatest escape.

Overview

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Overview

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1. Cape Town

Cape Town, South Africa

2. Table Mountain

Table Mountain, Table Mountain (Nature Reserve), Cape Town, South Africa

3. Cape of Good Hope

Cape of Good Hope, Cape Peninsula, Cape Town, South Africa

4. 5 Lion St

5 Lion St, Schotsche Kloof, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa

5. Cape Point Nature Reserve

Cape Peninsula, Simon's Town, 7995, South Africa

6. Boulders Beach

Simon's Town, Cape Town, 7995, South Africa

7. Ocean Safari

41 Victoria Ave, Hout Bay, Cape Town, 7806, South Africa

8. Chapmans Peak Drive

Chapmans Peak Dr, Outside, Cape Town, South Africa

9. Langa

Langa, Cape Town, 7456, South Africa

10. Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden

Rhodes Dr, Newlands, Cape Town, 7735, South Africa

11. Stellenbosch

Stellenbosch, South Africa

12. Franschhoek

Franschhoek, 7690, South Africa

A Note from our founder

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SAFFA believes that the greatest luxury is experience. We take you on a deep exploration of our home, embracing all its elements as you discover new paths.

Whilst in Cape Town your knowledgeable, reliable, authentic, flexible, and spontaneous Private Guide will showcase the extraordinary, provide a dynamic and customised adventure, and reveal the mother city, uncovering her hidden gems. With the on-the-ground support of our HQ, your guide will take care of you from the start of each day until the end—whenever that may be.

Exploring Africa is a part of our DNA, and we make every moment an exceptional memory.

Your Journey Awaits!

Regards,

Josh Searle

Founding Director

What to Bring

What to pack for your Cape Town adventure
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4 Seasons in a Day

The beautiful Mother City is known for her fickle weather and one can experience all four seasons in a day. While SAFFA Tours goes out of their way to cater for their guests, we also recommend that our guests pack accordingly. Dress in layers so that if the weather changes from hot to cold or vice versa you can remove or add layers.

Other suggestions for outdoor activities:

- Windbreaker

- Comfortable walking shoes

- Sandals

- Bathing costume

- Hat

- Sunglasses

Your SAFFA Private Guide will always have sunscreen, towels, and refreshments for all activities, and will stay on top of the weather forecast to keep you informed.

Welcome to Cape Town

06 February 2026
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Day 1 - Cape Town Arrival & Sundowners

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Pick up at Airport

Your SAFFA Guide will meet you at the airport.

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Table Mountain Sundowners

Take the scenic, exhilarating, rotating cable car up to the summit of the 7th Natural Wonder of the world - Table Mountain. Boasting breathtaking views and more plant species than the entire UK, your private SAFFA host/guide will ensure you have everything you need and the best-kept secret spots with the most secluded views, enjoyed with a morning coffee or an evening drink.

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Drop off at your hotel.

Your SAFFA guide will drop you off at your hotel.

Cape Town City

07 February 2026
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Day 2 - The Mother City

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Pick up at Hotel

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Hike A Hidden Gem

It is our best-kept secret, and the summit is our hidden gem! Known to only a few enthusiastic local hikers and hardcore trail runners, this route boasts exclusivity and a lookout point all to yourself that stretches over the Mother City and the Atlantic Ocean with Table Mountain and Lions Head on guard. Earn these views on an easy 2-3 hour hike.

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A Taste of Cape Malay Cooking Class

The Cape Malay Cooking Class takes you on a voyage into the life, food, and culture of the Cape Malays in Bo-Kaap whilst offering you a hands-on lesson on how to cook like a real Malay local! Learn to make a variety of Cape Malay favourites and how to mix Masala for that perfect pot of curry!

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City Exploration

Along with your expert guide of SAFFA Tours, explore and unfold the layers of the Mother City we call home. From the deep history, diverse culture, and vibrant streets to the local stores and delectable tastes. You will uncover the true feeling of Cape Town from a local perspective and experience all it has to offer, from the major sights to the underground gems.

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Drop off Hotel

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The Peninsula

08 February 2026
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Day 3 - The Deep South

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Pick up at Hotel

Departure08h00

Your SAFFA guide will pick you up from your hotel.

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Foraging & Interactive Lunch

Join us and a local wild food artist on a seasonal-inspired, wild food adventure in and around Cape Point. Meet at the V&S headquarters, located at an indigenous plant nursery in the South Peninsula opposite the Nature Reserve - deliciously situated in between the Fynbos mountainside and the Atlantic Ocean.

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Cape Point Nature Reserve

Explore Cape Point Nature Reserve (Cape of Good Hope), the most south-western tip of Africa, and its majestic mountains that lead onto secluded beaches. Here, you will find Cape Wildlife roaming the land amongst a rich diversity of Fynbos. Take the time to enjoy an exclusive gourmet picnic or braai amongst it all, served by your Private Guide and Host of Saffa Tours.

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Boulders Beach & The African Penguins

Meet the inquisitive and fascinating African penguin, commonly known as the Jackass Penguin - a species of penguin confined to southern African waters. We take to the magnificent Boulders Beach or Stoney Point to enjoy a close encounter with these playful, furry friends. On a warm day, take it one step closer by swimming with them among the granite boulders and rock pools.

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Drop off at Hotel

Departure17h00

Your SAFFA guide will pick you up from your hotel.

The Peninsula

22 September 2026
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Day 4 - The Deep South

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Pick up at Hotel

Departure08h00

Your SAFFA guide will pick you up from your hotel.

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Ocean Safari

Embark on a "Marine Big 5" experience, hoping to find whales, dolphins, seals, sharks, and African penguins on each trip. Also, expect to spot our incredible seabirds (albatross, petrels, skuas, etc) while you admire the breathtaking, unspoiled scenery.

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Chapmans Peak Drive

Experience one of the world’s most breathtaking coastal drives, carving along dramatic cliffs with sweeping ocean views. A scenic journey perfect for photo stops, golden sunsets, and unforgettable moments on the open road.

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Drop off at your hotel.

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Your SAFFA guide will drop you off at your hotel.

Cape Town City

07 February 2026
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Day 5 - The Mother City

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Local Farmer's Market

The underground craftmanship talent in South Africa and Cape Town is incredible. Explore the maze of these craft markets and learn about the culture and meaning behind many of the unique creations that are often made from waste and recycled materials. Experience the everyday hustle of a local South African and enjoy the vibrant atmosphere these markets provide.

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Langa Excursion Innovation Hub

iSiviwe and Nela specialise in eye-opening guided tours of Langa, Cape Town’s oldest black township. On a typical walking tour, you’ll see four housing and socio-economic areas, including worker hostels and informal settlements. You will have the chance to greet residents along the way in isiXhosa, our language.

We also try to incorporate cultural entertainment, including traditional music and gumboot dance, into an after-school programme called Happy Feet Youth Project for local children in Langa Township.

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Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens

Kirstenbosch is one of the great botanic gardens in the world. Few gardens can match the sheer grandeur of the setting of Kirstenbosch against the eastern slopes of Cape Town’s Table Mountain. Explore the beauty with your private SAFFA guide as you are led through the enchanted gardens.

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City/Promenade Biking

Take in the Mother City, its deep history, diverse culture, vibrant atmosphere, and colourful streets by bicycle, which allows you to explore more with your time and observe everything around you as your SAFFA private guide takes you from interesting, iconic spots to local hangouts and beautiful vistas.

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Drop off Hotel

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Winelands Day

12 May 2026
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Day 6 - Stellenbosch

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Pick up at Hotel

Departure08h00

Your SAFFA guide will pick you up from your hotel.

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Dylan Lewis Sculpture Garden

Located between two worlds, one wild and one tamed, the Dylan Lewis Sculpture Garden is found within the rugged mountain wilderness of the Winelands, where leopards still roam. In this garden of private myth, the artist explores the Jungian notion of ‘the wilderness within.' More than 60 sculptures of his artistic development are carefully sited along 4 km of paths.

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Stellenbosch Exploration

Alongside your expert guide from SAFFA Tours, discover the natural charm of Stellenbosch, South Africa’s second-oldest town. Enjoy a scenic nature walk along the Art Mile, following peaceful riverside paths beneath oak trees, before stopping to relax with a locally roasted coffee at one of the town’s cosy cafés.

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Wine Drive Safari

The Wine Drive Safari is a unique 3-hour trip in our safari-style vehicle through the estate on the slopes of the Helderberg Mountain. This experience allows you to taste our award-winning wines amongst the vineyards of their origin, and you will be expertly guided through the aspects that make this area so biologically diverse and viticulturally unique.

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Drop off at your hotel.

Destination17h00

Your SAFFA guide will drop you off at your hotel.

Winelands Day

12 May 2026
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Day 7 - Franschhoek

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Pick up at Hotel

Departure08h00

Your SAFFA guide will pick you up from your hotel.

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Franschhoek E-Biking

Cycling through the vineyards from farm to farm is a unique experience. Our comfortable e-bikes make it possible not only to cover relatively large distances without getting tired but also to bring you closer to the environment, so you have a fuller experience. We have designed the routes we take on our tour with two things in mind – beauty and taste!

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Explore Babylonstoren

Meandering through the Babylonstoren Farm. Situated in the Franschhoek wine valley, Babylonstoren is one of the oldest Cape Dutch farms where you can explore vast and verdant maze-like vegetable and fruit gardens, a bakery, a winery, a cheesery, a scent room and more. Babylonstoren is always buzzing with life and new experiences to indulge in.

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Afternoon Wine Tasting

Wine tasting: With over 500 vineyards in the Cape alone and the absolute optimal climate, you are assured that you will taste some of the best wines in the world.

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Drop off at your hotel.

Destination17h00

Your SAFFA guide will drop you off at your hotel.

Cape Town Departure

09 February 2026
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Day 8 -Cape Town Departure

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Pick up at Hotel

Departure08h00

Your SAFFA guide will pick you up from your hotel.

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Airport Transfer

Your private SAFFA guide will meet you at your Hotel and safely transfer you to the Cape Town International Airport where you will embark on your next adventure or go back to the comfort of your own home.

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Terms and Conditions

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Terms and Conditions

  • Please note that a 20% Peak Festive Season Supplement will be applied to touring and transfers booked between December 20 and January 5.

  • Full-day touring is from dawn to dusk and includes flexible hours with unlimited travel.

  • SAFFA Tours does not offer half-day touring.

  • Complimentary AIRPORT TRANSFERS are included if two or more touring days are booked, and the transfer comes before or after a touring day. The transfer is only eligible between one location and the Cape Town International Airport.

  • Point-to-point transfers will not qualify as complimentary and are defined as transfers from one point to another, excluding leisurely lunch stops.

  • Transfers can be included in touring days and, therefore, can make up part of a touring day at no additional cost.

  • In the event of any confirmed bookings being cancelled by the counterparty for any reason whatsoever, including the cancellation as a result of a Force Majeure Event, the following cancellation fees will be incurred:

  • Bookings are confirmed upon receipt of a 30% deposit of the total booking value, with the remaining funds due 30 days prior to the tour start date. Bookings are held as provisional until a deposit is made to secure the booking.

  • Cancellations made 30 days or more prior to the tour will incur a 30% cancellation fee.

  • Cancellations within 30 days of the touring start date will result in a 100% cancellation fee, which is charged at the total booking value.

  • Bookings made within 30 days of the tour must be paid in full at the time of booking.

  • All cancellation percentages refer to the total booking value.

  • The counterparty indemnifies SAFFA Tours and holds it harmless against all or any claims, loss, liability, damage, and/or costs that may arise out of the counterparty's failure to obtain comprehensive travel insurance.


INCLUDED

  • Expert Private Guide, Luxury Adventure Vehicle & Premium Adventure Gear

  • Range Of Local Drinks And Snacks Onboard the Vehicle

  • Amenities and Wi-Fi on board the Vehicle

  • All Entry Fees into Nature Reserves, Museums, and Fast Track Table Mountain Cable Car Tickets

  • Picnic and Deli Lunches

  • Unlimited Tastings Per Day

  • All Sundries and Treats (Coffees, Croissantes, Ice Creams, Etc)

  • Any Activities Less Than R1000 pp

  • Flexible Hours With Unlimited Travel Throughout the Cape

  • Saffa Hq On-The-Ground Support

  • Full On-The-Ground Insurance

  • Complimentary Airport Transfers if 2+ Full Days Are Booked


EXCLUDED

  • Restaurant Meals

  • General Lunch Allowance of R850 Per Person Per Lunch May Be Applied

  • Winelands Lunch Allowance of R1100 Per Person Per Lunch May Be Applied

  • Dinner Transfers

  • R2500 Per Return Transfers

  • Big Ticket Specialist Activities of R1000 pp or More

  • Ebikes, Cooking Experiences, Helicopters, Etc

  • Purchases of a Personal Nature