Cape Town has something for everyone, especially families. Whether hiking up Table Mountain, splashing in the waves at our beautiful beaches or getting up close with the wildlife, there is no shortage of things to do. With so much to do, booking a tour is one of the best ways to get the most out of your stay. This guide will give you the best Cape Town family tours alongside some tips and hotspots to keep you and your family entertained the whole way through.
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The list below is in no particular order. Each entry is equally celebrated for their achievements, and the sequence of names is arbitrary, not indicating any ranking or preference.
Cape Town Family Fun Day 🚕

Coming up with a perfect itinerary is one of the most challenging parts of a visit to Cape Town, as there is so much to see! If you’re looking for a fun-filled itinerary with a relaxed vibe, BeyondAfrica Safaris offers the perfect solution. Their private Cape Town family tour includes pick-up and drop-off with your own tour guide and driver. The tour begins at Two Oceans Aquarium, where you and the kids can enjoy interacting and observing hundreds of Cape Town’s marine life.
The next few stops take you to the Giraffe House in Muldersvlei and Drakenstein’s Lion Park, where you can observe Cape Town’s fauna, such as meerkats, springbok, and eland. For the parents and adults, there are two stops at Fairview Wine and Cheese and Vergenoegd Wine Estate for premium wine tastings (juice for the kiddos!) and delicious pairings; Vergenoedg is also known for its Duck Run at 3.30 pm, where hundreds of the estate’s ducks parade around for your children’s enjoyment.
Cost: R1800 per adult, R900 per child (Entrance fees not included)
Website: https://www.privatetourscapetown.com/tours/full-day-cape-town-family-fun-with-kids-private-tour
Contact: 061 503 8219 / +1 (702) 648 5873
City Sightseeing Bus 🚌

Cape Town has almost too much to see in one go, which makes the Hop-on-Hop-off Red Bus Tour one of the most popular ways to navigate the city. There are over 20 stops on the circular bus route, and you can spend as much time as you want at each. Just be sure to check the schedule to catch the next bus. The Premium passes include walking tours, a harbour/canal cruise and a sunset bus tour.
The Family Classic Bus offers separate routes to explore the city. The Red City Tour has 11 stops, including Table Mountain. The Blue Mini Peninsula route offers 14 scenic stops, including Hout Bay and Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens. Lastly, there is the Purple Constantia Valley Wine Tour, where parents can enjoy wine and chocolate pairings while children can run about beautiful lawns
Cost: R965 for 2 adults and 2 children
Website: https://citysightseeing.co.za/en/cape-town/classic
Contact: 021 511 6000
Cape Town for Children: Family Tour 🦜

If you’re looking for a family getaway that is both educational and fun, then look no further. This fantastic tour invites families to explore Cape Town’s best kid-friendly attractions. The tour begins at the World of Birds Wildlife Sanctuary, Africa’s largest bird park. Not only can you visit over 3000 bird species, but kids can also meet some of the park’s many other residents, such as monkeys, tortoises and skinks.
The next stop is the Cape Town Science Centre, which features interactive exhibits and cutting-edge technology. This family tour also includes strolls at Wynberg Park, Cape Town’s state-of-the-art Iziko Planetarium, and the famous Two Oceans Aquarium. This curated experience offers a great mix of education and adventure for every family member.
Cost: R1700 pp (excluding entrance fees)
Website: https://www.getyourguide.com/cape-town/cape-town-for-children-family-tour
Shark Cage Diving Tour 🦈


Cape Town’s marine life tours are an excellent way to have fun with the whole family. Sharks are a highlight on the Cape’s coast, particularly around Gansbaai. Marine Dynamics is an ocean wildlife tour agency focusing on ecotourism and conservation. This agency offers some of Cape Town’s best shark cage diving experiences, which are safe and well-equipped and guarantee a great ocean experience.
The trip begins at Dynamics’ Great White House, where you will be registered and wetsuit-ed! You can learn a lot about the Cape’s ocean life from Dynamic’s excellent marine biologist tour guides. The trip is around 2-3 hours, giving you ample time to have a face-to-face experience with these apex predators. And if you’re not eager to get in the ocean, binoculars are a must with the boat’s dedicated deck positions for viewing.
Cost: R1900 – R3050 per adult || R935 – R1730 per child
Address: 5 Geelbek Street, Kleinbaai, Gansbaai
Website: https://sharkwatchsa.com/
Contact: 082 380 3405
Family Fun Around the Cape 👪


Hotspots2c designs the Family Fun Around the Cape tour to showcase the best family-friendly activities in Cape Town and surrounding areas. This 3-day adventure is highly customisable to your interests. Still, the standard itinerary gives you a good Cape Town experience with stops at Table Mountain, Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens, the Company’s Garden and more!
Day 2 moves away from the city centre, with adventures around Hout Bay and Chapman’s Peak. You can also make stops at Boulder’s Beach, Duiker Island, and more. The tour has a local guide, with pick-ups, drop-offs, and transport included. It is curated with families in mind and gives you a well-rounded Cape Town adventure.
Cost: Available on request
Website: https://hotspots2c.co.za/tour/capetown-family-fun#faq
Contact: 079 983 0812
Aquila Game Reserve Safari 🐾

Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa is a family-friendly safari tour just two hours from Cape Town’s city centre. The game reserve offers drives, a spa, child facilities, and an infinity pool. Aquila provides a genuine wildlife experience with added luxury, whether you’re looking for a fun day out or an overnight stay. Most safari-day packages include welcome drinks, buffet meals, and guided 4×4 game drives.
Aquila safaris prioritise fun and enjoyment for the whole family. It is also one of the few game reserves in the Western Cape, home to the Big 5! These tours are great for wildlife lovers, with a Junior Ranger programme and childminding services (if you decide to stay the night), a Kids Adventure Zone, and family-friendly activities such as chess, mini golf, and a spa for the parents!
Cost: Available on request
Address: R46, Touws River
Website: https://aquilasafari.com/
Contact: 021 430 7260
Private Family-Friendly Cape Town Highlights 🍷


This tour is perfect for wine-loving parents who want to explore Cape Town and the Cape Winelands while ensuring the kids are thoroughly entertained. Wine Flies Wine Tours offers this full-day experience, starting with a trip around the city in the morning and stopping at Noordhoek Village farmyard and Cape Point Vineyards later in the day. The tour also includes stops at Cape Town’s biggest attractions, such as Bo-Kaap, Table Mountain’s Cable Car, Simon’s Town, and Boulder’s Beach.
The vineyard stops include wine tastings, food pairings for the adults, and kiddies juice tastings with snacks. Wine Flies’ tour is a fantastic option to experience the Cape’s legendary wines in a relaxed and curated way, mainly because you don’t have to worry about kids getting bored or driving back to your hotel! The tour ends with a serene, slow drive along Chapman’s Peak during sunset.
Cost: From R2327 pp
Website: https://wineflies.co.za/private-family-friendly-cape-town-highlights-tour/
Contact: 021 462 8011
The Family Friendly Cape 🐧

Cape by Design Tours offers customisable private tours for families, focusing on fun for the kids. You can swim with the penguins at Boulder’s Beach, learn about Cape Town’s wildlife at the World of Birds, or quadbike in the Cape Winelands. These tours also include more adventurous activities like horse riding on 3-mile Beach, half-day surf school experiences, and acrobranching in forested areas.
If you want lesser-known wildlife encounters, such as a visit to the Alpaca Farm or Butterfly World, Cape by Design is happy to provide them. The best part about this tour is its adaptability. The tour spot options are curated, but you can decide where and when to go! Whether you’re more interested in adventure, food, or wildlife, there is something for everyone.
Cost: Available on request
Website: https://www.tours-capetown.co.za/the-family-friendly-cape
Contact: 083 564 6179
Self-Guided Tours ✍️

Sometimes, you don’t want to depend on tour guides and drivers. However, Cape Town is such a tourist-friendly city that you can find many guides online, as well as self-guided tour tips! Here are some curated self-guided family tours and suggestions!
The Unconventional Route🗺️
This guide provides stops in and around Cape Town with a focus on beaches and wildlife. With stops at Kalk Bay, Boulder’s Beach and Simon’s Town, you get to see penguins, ostriches and more!
Mahlatini Self-Drive Tour📍
This self-drive tour is a popular Cape coastal route with 4 stops. Including the Grootbos Nature Reserve, marine explorations, adventures in the Garden Route and a Big 5 Safari. The tour provides meals, accommodations, car hire and more!
The World on My Necklace Self-Drive Trip🚘
A visit to Cape Town is complete with a trip to Cape Point and the Cape of Good Hope, and this self-drive online guide takes you through the many attractions on the way. From Chapman’s Peak drives to Cape Point hikes, this is a lovely family road trip experience.
Walking Tours👣
If you and your family are really into history, the City of Cape Town has curated self-guided tour pamphlets with stops at the city’s most popular historical landmarks for the whole family to learn.
GPS My City App🤳
This app offers 7 expertly designed self-guided walking tours to explore Cape Town at your own pace. From a Cape Town shopping tour to Beer and Foodie tours, there is a wide selection to choose from.
Cape Town is a hot spot for family-friendly activities. With so many to choose from, it can be difficult to get your fill. These tours offer the perfect itineraries to meet your tastes and interests with ease. Have fun with the whole family whether you’re relaxing with wine whilst the kids play or you decide to join them on the many wildlife and kid-friendly activities in store.