Kayak & canoe · CAPE TOWN KAYAKING TOURS
The 7 best cape town kayaking tours you can book today, with what each costs, how long you are on the water and who it suits. Number one is top for a reason; start there.
Join Atlantic Outlook for a two-hour sea-kayak trip from the V&A Waterfront. Guides such as Ande, Zak, Jordan, and Renier help beginners handle stable kayaks while you look for dolphins, seals, penguins, whales, and sunfish. The small group reaches open water, passes Table Bay sights, and includes an experience photo.
“Great guides maybe slightly pricy as it’s more like 1 hour.”
Join Atlantic Outlook at the V&A Waterfront for a guided ocean kayak trip toward Sea Point. You’ll paddle with a professional guide, use provided kayaks and safety gear, and look for dolphins, penguins, seals, whales, and sunfish while viewing Table Mountain, Lions Head, Signal Hill, and Cape Town Stadium. Minimum age is 8.
“Wonderful time kayaking with the dolphins. Great bunch of guys leading the business. Thanks for a fun time.”
Set out from Three Anchor Bay with Cape Kayak Adventures for a guided two-hour tandem-kayak trip along Cape Town’s coast. You’ll paddle 3 to 4 km toward Clifton or the V&A Waterfront, with views of Lion’s Head, Table Mountain, Signal Hill, and the Twelve Apostles. Guides such as Dylan, Leon, and Josh provide safety instruction, while dolphins, seals, penguins, and sunfish may appear offshore.
“The whole experience was amazing. Being out on the water and the scenery from a different viewpoint was exceptional. We felt safe and in good hands. Thank you for a wonderful experience.”
Spend an hour learning stand-up paddleboarding on the calm, protected canals of Cape Town’s V&A Waterfront. You’ll receive a short English lesson, equipment, and time to practice with staff nearby. The setting suits first-timers, families, and couples, though bad weather can force a postponement or cancellation.
“A relaxing hour spent on the water. How to "row" was explained to us beforehand and some of the staff were always out on the water should you need any help.”
Join Truth Kayaking at Mouille Point for a two-hour Atlantic paddle in stable surfski kayaks. Guides such as Vincent and Shanti lead you past Green Point Lighthouse, with chances to see dolphins, seals, penguins, whales and sunfish. Afterward, use the showers and settle in the tropical garden with a smoothie, matcha or coffee.
“Such a peacfull activity to do, expecting to only see dolfins and seals, we also saw penguins and other birds. I was not expecting the views of the incredible mother city.”
Meet your English-speaking guide at Clifton 4th Beach, choose a single or double kayak, and paddle across Clifton Bay toward Clifton 1st Beach. You’ll see Lion’s Head, Table Mountain, and the Twelve Apostles, then explore kelp forests and rock pools near Maiden’s Cove. A mask, phone case, safety gear, and beginner instruction are included.
“Simply fabulous! Will do it again next time we here.”
Paddle a two-person kayak from Hout Bay beach beneath the harbor jetties, where the Green Room and Cape Fur seals are the main attractions. English-speaking guides such as Jesse, Liv, and Dan lead the two-hour outing. You may also see dolphins, and warm showers, changing rooms, and Wi-Fi are available afterward.
“We had a great time kayaking - we saw some dolphins and seals also the instructur was so lovely! Would recommend anybody to try it!”
Pick a coast, a cave or a river.
