SOUTH AFRICA · SAILING
The shortlist a Capetonian would send you: 13 sailing trips, each with its price in dollars, its traveller verdict and the one thing worth knowing before the deposit goes down.
Review of Cape Town’s one-hour catamaran cruise, with Table Mountain views, marine life, practical tips, price advice, and booking guidance.
“What an amazing experience with a fantastic crew! Had lots of fun, got very wet!, saw seals, penguins and a Sun fish. Loved every second, thank you.”
Watch Table Mountain turn gold on a 90-minute catamaran cruise with two glasses of sparkling wine, music, sea views, and Cape Town lights.
“Amazing, we saw a whale jumping out the water! Crew was amazing so was the sunset”
Review of Cape Town’s one-hour catamaran cruise, with Table Mountain views, Green Point lighthouse, wildlife sightings, pricing, and practical tips.
“Great experience ! Got a little sick but got over it . Staff is amaizing and thoughtful also the Shipper(Captain) knows his boat and how to control it .”
Sail Table Bay from Cape Town’s Waterfront for $25, with flexible routes, lively crew, city views, and harbor alternatives in rough weather.
“The experience was amazing, I’m even planning to go back it soon. The stuff is friendly and with a huge touch of humour. Definitely will recommend it to my friends.”
Review of Cape Town’s 1-hour catamaran cruise from the V&A Waterfront, with Table Mountain views, practical tips, pricing, and honest drawbacks.
“This was a terrible experience. Firstly, we were told at the last minute just before boarding that we would be on a simple double-decker boat and not a catamaran. We booked a catamaran tour because it sits slightly more calmly on the water. Read more”
Review the Knysna Sunset Sailing Cruise aboard the 50-foot Outeniqua, with ocean views, sunset snacks, Cap Classique, and practical tips.
“Apart from the attentiveness and friendliness of the crew, we felt like we were in very safe hands with their experienced skipper. The boat is beautiful and very comfortable and it was an awesome experience sailing out of the Knysna Heads before making our way back into the lagoon.”
Sail Table Bay from Cape Town’s V&A Waterfront for one hour, with Table Mountain views, friendly crew, refreshments, and great value.
“Such a nice experience , definitely recommend it to anyone who’s interested in trying it out . Love it 😁”
Review of Cape Town’s 90-minute sunset catamaran cruise, with sparkling wine, Table Mountain views, marine life, practical tips, and honest drawbacks.
“Very nice experience! Would recommend this activity to everyone! Very friendly and spontaneous people :))”
Sail from Cape Town’s V&A Waterfront toward Clifton with sparkling wine, Table Mountain views, romantic music, and a sunset at sea.
“Perfekte 90 Minuten. Leute waren cool. Crew war super aufmerksam. Locker und lustig.”
Sail Cape Town’s Table Bay by catamaran for one hour of mountain views, sea life, friendly crew, and a relaxed harbor outing.
“I had a bunch of fun, there was just a issue with the times and the booking but star camera people”
Sail Table Bay from Cape Town’s V&A Waterfront for one hour of mountain views, relaxed sailing, photo stops, and a cash-bar drink.
“Even though it was my friend and I they still took us on a tour. It was amazing”
Sail through Knysna Heads on a luxury catamaran with bubbly, ocean views, light snacks, and chances to spot seals and dolphins.
“Excellent cruise and fabulous crew which made for an exceptional and memorable experience.”
Sail Knysna’s estuary and Heads aboard a 50-foot yacht with 12 passengers, a skilled crew, ocean views, and a cash bar.
“Mooie zeiltocht waar we volop van genoten hebben ; vriendelijk personeel en goede service ! Wij komen terug.”
Cape sea days, bush mornings, tasting rooms and the long road east.
