Booze Cruise Trike Tour Cape Town

Cape Town looks best from three wheels. This six-hour private outing combines a motorcycle trike ride with four pub stops, taking you from the V&A Waterfront along some of the Cape Peninsula’s most scenic roads. I like the open-air 360-degree views and the chance to visit distinctive local pubs rather than simply ticking off major sights. I also like that Willem, the host and driver, adds personal stories and local facts along the way.

The main catch is simple: alcohol and driving need careful planning. One beer or glass of wine per person is included, but extra drinks and all food cost more. Since the trike returns to the starting point, you should arrange a separate ride back to your hotel or guest house if you plan to drink beyond the included serving.

This is a private tour for up to two people, priced at $265.78 per group. For two, that works out to about $132.89 each for a full day with a dedicated driver, scenic transport, and a flexible pub-crawl format. It is not the cheapest way to see Cape Town, but it offers a playful, personal alternative to a standard sightseeing bus.

Key points at a glance

• A private two-person trike ride: Only your group participates, so the day feels more personal than a large pub crawl.
• Four very different pub stops: You visit Hout Bay, Glencairn Beach, Kalk Bay Harbour, and Newlands Forest.
• The smallest pub in Africa: The Workshop in Hout Bay is presented as one of the tour’s unusual stops.
• A scenic coastal route: The drive includes a marine road rated as the second most scenic in the world.
• Local storytelling from Willem: His old stories, local facts, and friendly manner are a major part of the appeal.
• Plan your ride home: The tour ends at the V&A Waterfront, but the operator strongly advises arranging transport after drinking.

Why a trike makes this pub crawl different

A conventional pub crawl usually puts the focus on the bars. Here, the ride between them is a large part of the experience. You sit in an open trike with wide views, rather than behind the windows of a minibus or inside a car.

That matters in Cape Town. The route links several places that feel quite different from one another, and the road itself becomes part of the day. You get the sea, harbour views, forest surroundings, and passing coastal scenery without spending the entire tour inside a vehicle.

The trike also attracts attention. Willem’s spotless machine drew looks from people along the route, and some stopped to take photographs. If you enjoy unusual transport and do not mind being visible, that adds to the fun. If you prefer to blend into the background, this is not your ride.

The experience is private, which is another strong point. You are not sharing the day with a large group, and the format suits a couple or two friends who want their own pace and conversation. The published price covers up to two people, so the value is best when both seats are filled.

Starting at the V&A Waterfront at 11:00

The tour begins at 11:00 am at the V&A Waterfront. This is a practical meeting point, close to shops, restaurants, and public transport. You should arrive ready for a six-hour outing, since the day includes several stops and a substantial amount of driving.

The end point is the same as the start. That makes the tour easy to join if you are staying near the Waterfront, but it creates an important evening-planning issue. The experience provider recommends arranging transport to your hotel or guest house rather than driving yourself after drinking. Take that advice seriously. Driving under the influence is dangerous and illegal.

The tour description gives each named stop about 30 minutes. That is enough time for a drink and a quick look around, but not enough for a long meal or extended visit. The day is best understood as a moving scenic tour with pub breaks, not as four leisurely pub sessions.

Hout Bay and the Workshop pub

The first pub stop is in Hout Bay, at the Workshop. It is described as the smallest pub in Africa, which gives the opening stop a quirky sense of place. A tiny bar can be more memorable than a polished venue, especially at the beginning of a day built around unusual stops.

You get about 30 minutes here, with admission free. One alcoholic drink per person is included in the tour price, and you can buy additional drinks at your own expense. Food is not included, so do not count on this stop as lunch.

Hout Bay also helps set up the coastal character of the route. The ride is not simply taking you from bar to bar through central Cape Town. You are moving into the peninsula and seeing parts of the city that many short city tours skip.

The practical limitation is the short stop. If you want to sit down for a full meal or spend time exploring Hout Bay, this schedule will feel rushed. The pub visit is a taste, not a complete Hout Bay excursion.

The marine drive between Hout Bay and Glencairn

One of the best parts of the day may be the road between the stops. It is described as the second most scenic marine drive in the world, and the trike gives you an unobstructed position for taking in the views.

The exact appeal here is not a single attraction. It is the combination of open road, ocean-side scenery, and the feeling of moving through the Cape Peninsula rather than stopping at fixed viewpoints. From a trike, you have a broad view in several directions, and the ride itself becomes a photo opportunity.

The trade-off is exposure. An open vehicle leaves you more affected by wind and weather than a closed car. Since the tour requires good weather and may be canceled if conditions are poor, you should check the forecast and dress sensibly for an outdoor ride. The supplied details do not specify protective clothing, so it is wise to ask the operator what is provided before booking.

This section is also where the experience separates itself from a standard pub crawl. You are not spending six hours in bars. You are using the pubs as stops on a scenic route.

Glencairn Beach and the Hotel Glencairn

At Glencairn Beach, the tour calls in at the Hotel Glencairn for a drink or two. The stop lasts about 30 minutes and admission is free.

This is a useful middle stop because it breaks up the ride without turning the day into a long restaurant visit. You can have a drink, take in the setting, and continue along the coast. The name of the stop also makes clear that the tour is using established local venues rather than generic roadside bars.

Keep the included drinks in mind. The description says one beer or glass of wine per person is included for the experience. The phrase drink or two describes the stop, not a promise of unlimited drinks. Any additional beer, wine, or other drink is on your own account.

You should also plan around lunch. Food is specifically excluded, and each stop is short. You may need to buy food separately, but the information provided does not confirm which venues serve meals or how much time is available for lunch. Ask before departure if eating a proper meal matters to you.

Kalk Bay Harbour and The Brass Bell

The third stop takes you to Kalk Bay Harbour and The Brass Bell, described as one of Cape Town’s most iconic pubs. This is likely to be one of the most atmospheric stops because it combines a well-known drinking venue with a harbour setting.

Kalk Bay gives the crawl a different feel from Hout Bay and Glencairn. Instead of a tiny pub or hotel bar, you get a famous harbour-side venue with a strong connection to the coast. The setting makes this a good place to pause, have your included beer or wine, and watch the scene around the harbour.

Again, the 30-minute schedule keeps things moving. You will not have time for a long meal, a slow harbour walk, and several drinks all at once. I would treat the stop as a quick taste of Kalk Bay rather than a full visit.

For someone who has visited Cape Town many times, this format can reveal places that are easy to miss. Peter, who had been visiting Cape Town for more than 15 years, said he had visited at least five pubs on this trip that were new to him. That is a useful clue about the tour’s value: it is not only for first-time visitors.

Newlands Forest and the Foresters Arms

The final named stop is the Foresters Arms near Newlands Forest, where the tour ends its pub route. It is described as Cape Town’s oldest pub, giving the last stop a more historic character than the earlier coastal venues.

Ending in the Newlands area creates a change of mood. After the sea roads and harbour, you move toward a greener, more settled part of the city. The Foresters Arms provides a fitting final stop because it is presented as a long-established local institution rather than another modern bar.

The schedule again allows about 30 minutes. You can have a final drink, listen to more of Willem’s stories, and then return to the V&A Waterfront. Since the whole activity lasts about six hours, the timing should bring you back in the late afternoon, though the exact return time may vary with road conditions and the pace of the day.

The return to the Waterfront is convenient, but it also means you need a plan for the rest of your evening. Do not assume the trike will take you back to your accommodation. The stated end point is the original meeting point.

Willem brings the local character

The host is Willem, and his role is more than driving. He is described as easy to talk to, full of interesting facts, and willing to share old stories from his life. That personal contact seems to be a key reason the experience works.

His long friendship with one couple also shows how warm and personal his hosting style can be. Another pair described him as a host, driver, and new friend for the day. Those words point to an outing that depends heavily on rapport. You should book this if you enjoy conversation and storytelling, not if you want a silent transfer between bars.

Willem also appears to take pride in the trike. It was described as beautiful, spotless, and comfortable, and the wide seating position helped make the scenery easy to enjoy. One couple said they could have stayed on the bike all day. That is strong praise for the ride itself, not just the pubs.

The personal style can cut both ways. If you prefer a tightly scripted tour with formal commentary and exact timings, this may feel relaxed. If you like a host who talks naturally, adjusts to your interests, and adds personal stories, it should suit you well.

What the $265.78 price really buys

The price is $265.78 per private group of up to two people. It includes the trike tour, the driver and host, and one beer or glass of wine per person. Food and extra drinks are not included.

For two people, the cost is about $132.89 each. That is a serious price for a pub outing, but the comparison should not be with simply buying four drinks. You are also paying for a six-hour private ride, scenic transport, a dedicated host, and access to four different parts of Cape Town.

The value improves if you care about the ride and the personal guiding. It is weaker if your main goal is to drink cheaply or spend long stretches inside pubs. The 30-minute stops and included single drink make clear that this is a sightseeing experience with alcohol, not an all-you-can-drink crawl.

You should also budget for lunch, extra drinks, and transport home. The tour can be good value when split between two people, but the final cost will rise if you buy at every stop.

Who should book this Cape Town outing?

I would recommend it to couples, close friends, and repeat Cape Town visitors who want something different from a standard city tour. The private format is especially useful for two people who enjoy chatting with a local host and want a day that combines scenery with casual stops.

It suits you if you:

• Enjoy unusual vehicles and open-air sightseeing
• Want coastal roads as part of the main attraction
• Like small, characterful pubs
• Prefer a private outing to a large group
• Are happy with short stops rather than long meals
• Can arrange safe transport after the tour

It may not suit you if you want a serious wine-tasting day, a long lunch, or a traditional guided history tour. The focus is on the trike, the route, the pubs, and Willem’s stories. Alcohol is present, but the experience is not built around heavy drinking.

The weather requirement is also important. Poor weather can lead to a different date or a full refund, but the experience is non-refundable if you cancel or request a change for another reason. Book only when your plans are firm.

Should you book the Booze Cruise Trike Tour?

Book it if you want Cape Town from an unusual seat, with a friendly local host and a route that links Hout Bay, Glencairn, Kalk Bay, and Newlands Forest. The strongest reasons are the open views, private format, and Willem’s personal style. The pub choices add character, but the ride is just as important as the drinks.

Skip it if you are looking for an inexpensive pub crawl, unlimited alcohol, or a full meal at every stop. For the right pair, the $265.78 group price buys a memorable six-hour outing. Just arrange your ride home before you set off, and treat the drinking as a small part of a scenic Cape Town day.

FAQ

Where does the Booze Cruise Trike Tour begin?

It begins at the V&A Waterfront, Victoria and Alfred Waterfront, Cape Town, at 11:00 am.

Where does the tour end?

The activity ends back at the V&A Waterfront meeting point.

How long does the tour last?

The tour lasts approximately six hours.

How many people can join the private tour?

The price covers one private group of up to two people.

What alcoholic drink is included?

One beer or glass of wine per person is included in the price.

Is food included?

No. Lunch and all food are at your own expense. Additional drinks are also paid for separately.

What happens if the weather is poor?

The experience requires good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you will be offered another date or a full refund.