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Day trips from Cape Town

Cape Town is a brilliant base for exploring further afield — vineyards forty minutes away, Big Five safari lodges within a few hours, and one of the world's great coastal drives.

Winelands Day Trip
Day Trips

Cape Winelands Day Trip: Stellenbosch, Franschhoek & Paarl

Stellenbosch, Franschhoek and Paarl compared, and how to plan the day.

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Safari Day Trips
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Safari Day Trips from Cape Town

Malaria-free Big Five reserves reachable from Cape Town, and how they compare.

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Garden Route
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The Garden Route from Cape Town

How to plan a Garden Route trip, and how many days you actually need.

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Hermanus Whale Watching
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Hermanus Whale Watching Day Trip

The best months, land-based viewing spots, and boat tour options for whale watching.

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Shark Cage Diving
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Shark Cage Diving from Cape Town: An Honest Guide

What to actually expect — including why great white sightings have shifted in recent years.

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