Beyond the City: Unforgettable Day Trips from Cape Town

While Cape Town itself has enough to keep you busy for weeks, some of the region's most beautiful sights lie just a short drive from the city.

Cape Peninsula

The full-day Cape Peninsula tour is the most popular day trip from Cape Town, and for good reason. Chapman's Peak Drive, the Cape of Good Hope, and Boulders Beach penguins make for an unforgettable day.

Hermanus Whale Watching

From June to November, the coastal town of Hermanus offers the best land-based whale watching in the world. Southern Right Whales migrate to Walker Bay to mate and calve.

West Coast National Park

During spring (August-September), the West Coast National Park transforms into a carpet of wildflowers. The Langebaan Lagoon offers excellent kayaking and kiteboarding.

Elgin Valley

This lesser-known wine region produces exceptional cool-climate wines and is home to some of the country's best craft breweries. The scenic drive through Sir Lowry's Pass is an added bonus.