Vandan & Reena
Things To Do
⏳ Half Day Trips
🚠 Table Mountain: A must-see! Whether you take the cable car or hike to the top, the views are unforgettable. It’s just a short drive from the city and perfect for a few hours of adventure. 🌳 Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens: A peaceful spot for a stroll, a picnic, or simply relaxing surrounded by nature. Located at the base of Table Mountain, it’s a perfect half-day outing. 🐧 Boulders Beach: Meet the famous penguins! This beautiful beach offers a relaxing afternoon by the water with some charming penguin friends. Perfect for families and nature lovers. ⛴️ Robben Island Hop on a ferry from the V&A Waterfront and explore the island where Nelson Mandela was once imprisoned. Tours are led by former inmates, mixing powerful stories with stunning views of Cape Town from the water. A meaningful half-day trip—just book ahead!
🌍 Full-Day Trips
🍷 Stellenbosch Wine Estate Day Trip: Not just for wine lovers! A full day exploring the stunning scenery of Stellenbosch, with charming streets, amazing food, and of course, beautiful vineyards. Just an hour from Cape Town. 🌊 Cape Point & Cape of Good Hope: Drive to the southernmost tip of Africa for breathtaking coastal views and wildlife. A full-day adventure with unforgettable landscapes.
🚗 Couple of Day Trips
🐋 Hermanus: For a truly special experience, head to Hermanus for a couple of days of whale watching (in season), coastal views, and charming seaside vibes. A two-hour drive from Cape Town. 🌾 Ceres Valley Road Trip: This scenic route is a two-hour drive from Cape Town, offering rolling hills and beautiful landscapes for a peaceful, relaxing couple of days exploring.
🏔️ Nature
🦁 Hike Up Lion’s Head A classic Cape Town experience! This relatively short but steep hike spirals around the mountain with 360° views of the city, ocean, and Table Mountain. It takes about 1.5 to 2 hours round-trip. For an extra treat, hike at sunrise for a golden start to your day. 🏖️ Clifton 4th Beach Arguably Cape Town’s most beautiful beach — soft white sand, turquoise water, and a wind-sheltered cove perfect for lounging. It’s lively but never overcrowded, and ideal for a post-lunch nap in the sun. 🏖️ Llandudno Beach Tucked away just outside the city, Llandudno feels like a hidden gem. Surrounded by dramatic boulders and mountains, it’s a little wild, a little romantic, and a local favourite for sunsets and surf. 🌄 Pipe Track Trail Running along the side of Table Mountain, this flat and scenic trail offers sweeping views over Camps Bay and the Atlantic Ocean. No steep climbs — just wide skies and peaceful walking.
👶 Kid-Friendly Things to Do
🦁 Safari & Wildlife Experiences If your kids are animal lovers, they’ll be thrilled at the opportunity to see African wildlife up close. Try a family-friendly safari at Aquila Private Game Reserve, where you can spot the "Big Five" in a safe, guided environment. Perfect for a half-day trip! 🦒 Giraffe House Wildlife Awareness Centre Located just outside Stellenbosch, an educational and fun stop for kids. It’s home to giraffes, zebras, and a variety of other animals. The little ones can interact with and learn about the animals in a safe, controlled environment. 🚣♂️ Canal Walk Boat Ride Take a peaceful boat ride through the canals at Canal Walk Mall. The kids will love the gentle cruise, and the scenic views make it a relaxing family activity. 🎤 The Scratch Patch (Gemstone Mining) A fun and unique activity where kids can dig for beautiful gemstones. They can find and collect their own stones, making it a fun, hands-on experience.
🦁 Safari Trip
Just about two hours from Cape Town, Aquila offers an unforgettable Big Five safari experience—perfect for a day trip or overnight adventure. If you’re looking to see elephants, lions, rhinos, and more without heading too far from the city, this is the spot.
☀ Sunset Spotting
We both have always loved a good sunrise or sunset — there’s something grounding and beautiful about watching the sky shift. On my first trip to South Africa, Vandan took me to some of these exact spots. They’ve stayed with me ever since, and they feel extra special to both of us now. Here are a few of our favourite places to watch the day begin or end! Lion’s Head – Beautiful at both sunrise and sunset. Hike up for panoramic views, or paraglide down at sunrise for something unforgettable. Signal Hill – An easy, iconic spot to drive up for a relaxed sunset picnic overlooking the city and ocean. Llandudno Beach – A tucked-away gem with golden sands and a dramatic coastline. Pure magic at sunset. Chapman’s Peak Drive – One of the most scenic drives in the world. Stop along the way for stunning golden hour views. Clifton 4th Beach – Calm, beautiful, and wind-sheltered — a lovely place to unwind by the sea as the sun sets.