WHERE TO PADDLE · SOUTH AFRICA KAYAKING TOURS
This is the shortlist you would send a friend: 15 south africa kayaking tours worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.
Kayak from Cape Town’s V&A Waterfront for Table Mountain views, ocean wildlife, stable boats, and friendly guides in a small group.
“Definitely go kayaking here when you're in Capetown. Great, smiling and friendly guides with a good vibe! Very nice experience to spot dolphins and seals very close to your kajak. You can take your phone with you, you won't capsize.”
Paddle Hout Bay with a small guided group, spot seals and dolphins, and learn local history on this family-friendly Cape Town adventure.
“Easy to find meeting point and free parking close by. Friendly welcome and booking in. Our guide, Clarence, was amazing, knowledgeable and patient. We saw dolphins as well as seals. Would definitely recommend!”
Kayak Cape Town’s Atlantic coast for two hours with guides, gear, Table Mountain views, and a chance to spot dolphins, seals, and penguins.
“It was incredible. There were also dolphins and seals in the ocean next to us whilst we were kayaking”
Kayak Cape Town’s Atlantic coast beneath Table Mountain, with expert guides, sea life, safety gear, and flexible weather rescheduling.
“My teenage son and I decided to go kayaking when we were on our vacation in Cape Town. It was our first time in Cape Town. A friend of mine who is from Cape Town recommended this to get a different perspective from water to see Table Read more”
Paddle from Plettenberg Bay’s Central Beach with a guide, mountain views, marine life, and a fair $24 price for two hours.
“Great afternoon! Guide was brilliant with people in the group who were a little scared, kayaked alongside a pod of dolphins for a long time- brilliant! Good knowledge and passion for the sea”
Try stand-up paddleboarding on Cape Town’s calm V&A Waterfront canals, with a lesson, equipment, great views, and flexible cancellation.
“It was easier than I thought. Such a nice way to start the day and a very helpful instructor !”
Kayak Cape Town’s Atlantic coast for two hours with dolphins, penguins and mountain views, plus showers, a garden lounge and a health bar.
“An absolute vibe from start to finish! The guides were absolute legends, kept the energy high, had us laughing the whole time and ended up hanging out afterwards with a matcha and bagel. Obviously the views of Cape town from the water are unreal but getting to see dolphins and even some whales on this particular outing was extra special. Honestly, couldn't recommend it enough.”
Review of Stormsrivier’s 3-hour tubing and SUP forest adventure, with practical tips on price, river conditions, access, guides, and value.
“Derrin and luciene made this activity totally worth it. It was a great experience paddling and tubing our way through the Stormsrivier.”
Paddle Knysna Lagoon at your own pace with a stable kayak, safety briefing, beach stops, and flexible one-hour hire for $15.
Paddle Clifton’s clear waters past kelp forests, rock pools, seals, and mountain views on this friendly 90-minute Cape Town kayak tour.
“It was fantastic! Guides were very nice! Saw plenty of wild life too. It got a bit windy at the end but not much they can do about that. Great experience!!”
Review of guided kayaking in Hout Bay, Cape Town, with Chapman's Peak views, wildlife sightings, practical tips, price, and booking advice.
“Activity was canceled due to strong winds. The manager contacted me to explain the bad weather condition which let to the activity being cancelled.”
Kayak from Simon’s Town to see African penguins, with gear, instruction, and a guide included in this active two-hour Cape Town outing.
“Never got the service and havent refunded us, drove an hour for nothing. What a waste of time and energy.”
Paddle Clifton Beach’s clear shallows, kelp forests, and rock pools with mountain views, beginner-friendly kayaks, and flexible weather rescheduling.
“To be honest I was quite petrified 🤣 but the guides really calmed me down saying all will be good. It was a beautiful day with stunning weather conditions and it ended up being such a treat and amazing experience with my kids. I highly recommend Kayak Adventure at Clifton Beach.”
Kayak Jeffreys Bay’s quiet lagoon for two hours, with easy boats, flamingos, nature reserve views, and practical weather tips.
“Dies ist keine geführte Tour! Es werden Kajaks ausgehändigt und man kann 2 h paddeln. Der Guide erklärt wo man paddeln und ist zum Ende wieder am Ausgangspunkt. Es gibt kein Büro oder Ähnliches am Treffpunkt. Der Guide kommt aber zur vereinbarten Uhrzeit.”
Paddle beneath Chapman's Peak in Hout Bay, spot seals and dolphins, and enjoy a guided two-hour ocean adventure for $54.31.
“My son and I went kayaking with Gravity Micro Adventures at the end of September when the weather was great and the bay was calm. We were guided by Brent who was friendly and welcoming. The kayaks we used were tandem sit-on-tops Read more”
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