SOUTH AFRICA · BO-KAAP TOURS
Bo-Kaap is a working Cape Malay neighbourhood on the slope above the city, and the painted houses people photograph are people’s homes. These 13 walks and cooking classes are led from inside the community, listed with prices and durations.
Learn Cape Malay cooking in a Bo-Kaap home, explore colorful streets, and enjoy a spice-filled lunch with local chef Faldela.
“It was a nice experience. I would like to get the recipes of the dishes we made...”
Explore Cape Town on foot from District Six to Bo-Kaap with a local guide, landmark stops, history, culture, photos, and a koesister snack.
“Dylan was a great guide. Very informative- very knowledgeable and friendly.”
Walk colorful Bo-Kaap with a local descendant, visit Auwal Mosque, smell Cape Malay spices, and enjoy rooibos tea and a snack.
“Our guide, Rafiq, gave us a unique view of South Africa, Cape Town and the Bo-Koop community. He opened a window into his culture, his history and his concerns for the future.”
Cook samosas, roti, and Cape Malay curry in a Bo-Kaap home while learning local food traditions from a welcoming host.
“Jacinda is talented and really friendly. We learned not just about cooking but culture too. Highly recommended”
Capture Cape Town’s colorful Bo-Kaap with a local photographer, 40 to 60 edited images, and an instant Polaroid keepsake.
“This was booked for 11.30am. I was asked by Marie to change the time to 10.30am which I did but on arrival at Bo Kaap, the protographer wasn't there. It seems Terrence the photographer was not give the information so he didn't arrive until 11Read more”
Explore Bo-Kaap and Cape Town on foot with Arnold, hearing local stories, tasting koeksisters, and seeing colorful streets for $46.
“Great visit with our guide Arnold who kept the walk very dynamic, with plenty of interesting details, and made us fall in love with Capetown and its unique history !”
Review of Cape Town’s 9-hour Kirstenbosch, Bo-Kaap, penguin, Cape Point, and Chapman’s Peak tour, with costs, stops, and practical tips.
“Thomas seemed to bring his own agenda to the tour. He had canned speeches about history when we were in the car (a Suzuki, in which one person had to climb into the small 3rd row). He answered our questions, reluctantly at first but then more interactively. When we got to the Kirstenbosch gardens, he took off walking without asking what our interests were or stopping to tell us much. HE stopped to take numerous photos of the flowers, but didn't indicate if that was to share with us or just for himself. I would have much preferred a stroll to look at the flowers rather than a hike to…”
Review of Cape Town's full-day tour covering Kirstenbosch, Bo-Kaap, penguins, Cape Point, seals, Chapman's Peak, costs, and practical tips.
“Very pleasant and enriching day discovering Cape Town in the company of Elda and Yannick”
Explore Cape Town’s City Bowl, colorful Bo-Kaap, and Langa Township with local guides, culture, food, music, and apartheid history.
“Guide was so friendly and professional . Explain very well about the history of the town , so nice and kind . Thank you for Banele 😇”
Explore Bo-Kaap, Chapman’s Peak, penguins, seals, Cape Point, and the Cape of Good Hope on an affordable full-day Cape Peninsula tour.
“We had the most incredible experience with Real Africa Travel Tours! From the seals at Hout Bay to the penguins at Boulders Beach, every moment was perfectly planned. The highlight for us was the Cape of Good Hope and Cape Point, where the scenery was breathtaking. Lunch in Simon’s Town was absolutely delicious, and the entire tour was so well-organized. Highly recommend their services professional, friendly, and truly memorable!”
Review of Cape Town’s private Lion’s Head, Signal Hill, and Bo-Kaap tour, with hiking tips, itinerary details, guide notes, and value advice.
Explore Bo-Kaap’s story on foot, visit the District Museum, and learn how Cape Town’s diverse identity took shape for $41.
“Everything was great – the meeting point wasn't that easy to find...”
See Cape Town’s Bo-Kaap, Table Mountain, Signal Hill, and Atlantic beaches on a private five-hour tour with hotel pickup.
Cape sea days, bush mornings, tasting rooms and the long road east.
