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[Villa Austral](/en/) 2. Things to Do in Cape Town: 26 Day Trips | Villa Austral [Villa Austral ](/en/) [THE RETREAT](/en/#das-haus)[THE REGION](/en/#die-region)[WELLNESS](/en/#wellness)[ABOUT US](/en/#ueber-uns)[GALLERY](/en/bilder)[JOURNAL](/en/journal) FR[INQUIRE](/en/buchen) ![Kommetjie coast aerial view — Day trips around Cape Town](/assets/kommetjie-kueste-aerial-CbhEx53A.webp) [JOURNAL](/en/journal) EXCURSIONS GUIDE · KOMMETJIE · CAPE TOWN # Day Trips from Kommetjie Cape Point, Table Mountain, Winelands and penguins — 12 day trips for every taste. All from Villa Austral, 13 Gannet Close, Kommetjie. From the dramatic drive along Chapman's Peak to the Cape of Good Hope, from wine tastings in Stellenbosch to shark encounters in Gansbaai — the Cape Peninsula offers day trips unmatched anywhere in the world. [→ Wine Estates Guide](/en/journal/weingueter-kapregion)[→ Chapman's Peak Sundowner](/en/journal/chapmans-peak-sundowner-spots) All🌿 Nature🏛️ Culture & City🍷 Winelands⛳ Golf🦈 Adventure👨‍👩‍👧 Families 🌊 ## Cape Peninsula — Right on Your Doorstep The most spectacular excursions are just minutes from Villa Austral ★ ### Cape Point & Cape of Good Hope Where two oceans meet ~25 km ⏱ Half to full day The south-westernmost point of Africa: dramatic cliffs, the historic lighthouse, the Flying Dutchman Funicular and wildlife including baboons, ostriches and zebras. Dias Beach below is one of the most remote beaches on Earth. Lighthouse with panoramic views Dias Beach Cape of Good Hope Fynbos hiking trails Baboons & Wildlife 💡 Go in the morning (fewer tourists) and take the scenic route back via Scarborough — with a lunch stop at Amura or the Foodbarn. 01 ### Chapman's Peak Drive One of the world's most beautiful coastal roads ~5 km (start point) ⏱ 1–2 hours 114 curves along 600-metre cliffs above the Atlantic — Chapman's Peak Drive is one of the most spectacular coastal roads in the world. Numerous viewpoints for stopping and photographing. Perfect as a sundowner drive in the late afternoon. 114 Kurven · 9 km 600m cliffs Hout Bay Panorama Sunset Viewpoint 02 ### Boulders Beach — Pinguine 3,000+ African Penguins ~25 km ⏱ 2–3 hours Swim alongside African Penguins in a sheltered granite cove. Boardwalks lead through the colony, and at Foulden's Beach you share the turquoise water with the curious birds. Unique in the world. Penguin colony Swimming with penguins Boardwalks Simon's Town Waterfront 03 ### Table Mountain — Cable Car or Hike New 7 Wonder of Nature ~35 km ⏱ Half day Cape Town's landmark: 1,085 m above the city, reachable by rotating cable car or on foot via Platteklip Gorge. On top: hiking trails, rock hyraxes (dassies), fynbos flora and a 360° panorama from Robben Island to the Cape. Rotating cable car Platteklip Gorge Summit plateau with café Dassies 360° panorama 💡 Buy tickets online in advance — queues on site are long. Morning usually has the best visibility. 🏙️ ## Cape Town — World-Class City by the Sea 35 km away — one of the most exciting cities in the world 04 ### V&A Waterfront & Zeitz MOCAA Africa's largest art museum ~35 km ⏱ Half to full day The V&A Waterfront combines 450 shops, restaurants, the Two Oceans Aquarium and the spectacular Zeitz MOCAA (Museum of Contemporary Art Africa) in converted historic grain silos. A whole day is worthwhile. Zeitz MOCAA Two Oceans Aquarium 450+ Shops Robben Island Nobel Square 05 ### Robben Island UNESCO World Heritage · Mandela's Prison ~35 km + ferry ⏱ 4 hours The island where Nelson Mandela was imprisoned for 18 years is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The tour led by former political prisoners is one of the most powerful experiences in South Africa. Mandela's cell Tour by former inmates UNESCO Ferry from V&A Waterfront 💡 Book tickets online weeks in advance — ferries are often sold out. 06 ### Bo-Kaap & City Bowl Walking Tour Colourful houses · Cape Malay Culture ~33 km ⏱ 3–4 hours The colourful Cape Malay quarter Bo-Kaap, the historic Company's Garden, Bree Street with its restaurants and Long Street — a walking tour through Cape Town's heart connects 350 years of history with vibrant city life. Bo-Kaap colourful houses Company's Garden Bree Street Food Castle of Good Hope 🍷 ## Cape Winelands — Stellenbosch, Franschhoek & Paarl South Africa's most famous wine regions — 45–90 km from Villa Austral 07 ### Stellenbosch Wine Route 150+ wine estates · Historic university town ~55 km ⏱ Full day Stellenbosch is the heart of South African wine production: over 150 wine estates in a stunning mountain landscape. The historic university town with Cape Dutch architecture, oak-lined avenues and first-class restaurants is the perfect day trip destination. Delaire Graff Estate Tokara Wine & Olive Farm Waterford Estate Church Street Rupert Museum 08 ### Franschhoek — Gourmet Capital South Africa's Gourmet Capital ~90 km ⏱ Full day Franschhoek, founded by French Huguenots in 1688, is South Africa's culinary capital: top wine estates (La Motte, Boschendal, Babylonstoren), Michelin-worthy restaurants and the Franschhoek Wine Tram — a historic tram that runs between wine estates. Franschhoek Wine Tram Babylonstoren Huguenot Memorial Museum The Tasting Room Boschendal Picknick 💡 The Franschhoek Wine Tram is the best way to explore the wine estates — and the driver gets you back safely. 🦈 ## Adventure & Outdoor For adrenaline junkies and sports enthusiasts 09 ### Surfing in Kommetjie Outer Kom = World-Class Reef Break ~1 km ⏱ 2–3 hours Kommetjie is one of South Africa's best surf spots: the Outer Kom is a legendary right-hand reef break for advanced surfers, while the Inner Kom and Long Beach offer more accessible waves. For beginners we recommend Muizenberg (22 km) with shallow water and surf schools. Outer Kom (Advanced) Inner Kom (Intermediate) Long Beach (Beginners) Surf schools in Muizenberg Wetsuit 10 ### Golf — Clovelly & Steenberg World-class golf courses with ocean views ~12–15 km ⏱ 4–5 hours The Cape Peninsula offers some of the world's most beautiful golf courses: Clovelly Country Club (12 km, overlooking Fish Hoek Valley) and Steenberg Golf Estate (15 km, on a historic 1682 wine estate). Both are accessible to guests. Clovelly Country Club · ~12 km Steenberg Golf Estate · ~15 km Royal Cape Golf Club · ~22 km Green game year-round 11 ### Paragliding from Lion's Head ~35 km ⏱ 1–2 hours Tandem paragliding from Signal Hill or Lion's Head with landing on the beach at Sea Point or Camps Bay. The flight offers an unparalleled view of Table Mountain, the city and the Atlantic. No experience needed. Tandem Beach landing Table Mountain panorama From R1,800 per flight 12 ### Cape Peninsula Scenic Drive The most beautiful day tour at the Cape ~120 km round trip ⏱ Full day The grand tour around the Cape Peninsula: Kommetjie → Chapman's Peak → Hout Bay → Camps Bay → Table Mountain Cable Car → Kirstenbosch → Muizenberg → Simon's Town → Boulders Beach → Cape Point → Scarborough → back to Kommetjie. All in one day, with stops to marvel. Chapman's Peak Drive Table Mountain Cable Car Kirstenbosch Gardens Muizenberg Beach Huts Boulders Beach Penguins Cape Point Lighthouse 💡 Start around 8 AM clockwise (Chapman's Peak first) — you'll have the best views and less oncoming traffic. 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