Day Trippers
Abstract: YOUR ALTERNATIVE TOUR COMPANY
Description:
If you don't want to miss out on any of the
highlights of the Cape, but simply hate the prospect of
an organised tour, DAYTRIPPERS is definitely for you. Our
alternative, yet professional day trips are a far- cry from
your average 40-seater bus tour. We run a hands-on operation
and participation and interaction are key elements of all
our trips, which offer excellent value for money. We also
offer extended biking tours and hiking tours all over South
Africa.
Tours:
· Cape Peninsula Tours - hiking and
biking daily
· Winelands - on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays
with biking on Tuesdays, Thursdays & Saturdays
· Township tours - Monday to Saturdays
· Whale watching tours - Winter only. Tuesdays, Fridays
and Sundays. With biking
CAPE POINT AND PENINSULA TOUR
With hiking and biking
Every day. Includes entrance fees & picnic lunch
Where do the two oceans meet? And why is it called "the
Cape of Good Hope"? Join us on a journey of discovery
as we explore the splendour of the Cape Peninsula. We follow
the Atlantic Seaboard, past Clifton & Camps Bay, to
the fishing hamlet of Hout Bay for an optional boat cruise
to Duiker Island to experience thousands of Cape Fur Seals
in their natural habitat (R35). We continue along the scenic
Chapman's Peak Drive to Simon's Town to meet up with a colony
of rare Jackass Penguins at Boulders Beach.
You would've noticed the bicycles behind the bus by now!
Once inside the Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve, we swap
four wheels for two to get some fresh air into our lungs
and to build up a healthy appetite.
Our legendary scrumptious picnic lunch will then be served
somewhere in the reserve... maybe at one of the stunning
beaches! Are you brave enough to challenge the Atlantic?
After lunch we hike to the top lighthouse at Cape Point
and then to the Cape of Good Hope. Both hikes offer breathtaking
vistas and REAL fresh air! We return home via Scarborough
and Kommetjie.
You will need:
· Comfortable walking shoes
· Shorts or trousers
· A sweater/windbreaker
· Sunscreen (For summer time... SPF 30+)
· Bathing costume. (Should the weather allow it,
we will have lunch at one of the beaches and swimming might
be possible!)
WINELANDS #1
Mon, Wed, Fri - Includes tastings & picnic
lunch.
This is a truly mellow day with absolutely no exercise involved...
except for the lifting of your wine glass to taste the liquid
of life! During the day you will visit three regions of
the Cape Winelands: Stellenbosch, Franschhoek and Paarl,
with a tasting in each region and a cellar tour* at one
of the farms. All the wine farms offer a variety of white
and red cultivars, as well as their own blends & styles.
We allow enough time for each tasting to fully appreciate
and enjoy the winemaster's art.
We also visit the charming historical towns of Stellenbosch
and Franschhoek. All three wine regions offer the most amazing
scenery and, while enjoying our legendary scrumptious picnic
lunch, the spectacular views will certainly leave you with
a lasting impression.
WINELANDS #2 (with biking)
Tues, Thurs, Sat* - Includes tastings and a picnic
lunch
As #1, but at some point during the day, we will swap four
wheels for two & cycle through the vineyards. Nothing
serious, certainly not the Tour de France! Just enough to
get a little exercise and make you even more thirsty!
Note: There will be no cellar tour on a Saturday due to
early closings of the vineyards.
TOWNSHIP TOUR - ½ DAY
Monday - Saturday (Sundays by arrangement, min
4 pax - includes church service) R275.00
RELIGION? POLITICS? ECONOMY? TRADITIONS? HOPES? THE FUTURE?
We begin in the Bo-Kaap with a drive through the Malay Quarter
and a visit to the District Six Museum, then on to the Cape
Flats where we go to Langa, Nyanga, Gugulethu, Khayelitsha
& Crossroads, including a visit to a local shebeen for
a taste of sorghum beer, the meat market, the men's hostels,
a local creche, a herbalist and a craft centre.
This is an interactive tour and you will have the opportunity
to speak to the local residents and possibly even be invited
into their homes.
Some quotes from those who've been:
"A fascinating trip - a real eye opener to the 'true
Africa'. What amazing people. A memorable morning - Thanx"
Emma (London)
"Really excellent. Put a lot of pre-conceived perceptions
to rest learning about the reality. Much enjoyed."
Ryan
SUICIDE GORGE - KLOOFING
By arrangement only for groups of 6 or more pax
(we will take less, but the pp price will be adjusted accordingly)
Includes a packed lunch & entrance fees, plus a cold
beer and snacks at the end of the day.
A fabulous, full day in the scenic Boland Mountains, which
will either be a great introduction to kloofing or the pinnacle
of your kloofing experiences! We hike deep into the mountain
fynbos before tackling the infamous and exhilarating Suicide
Gorge, following the course of this young river to Junction
pool, by boulder-hopping, swimming, hiking and jumping into
pools from heights of 3 to 15 m (max compulsory jump approx
3m). So, have you got a head for heights? Can you swim?
Can you hike 17kms? Yes? Then join us for an unforgettable
day amidst spectacular scenery - you are ensured a truly
memorable experience!
You will need:
· Good walking shoes or hiking boots
· A small rucksack
· A sweater/windbreaker
· Sunscreen (total block - our African sun is fierce)
· Change of clothes to leave in the bus
· Water bottle
· Chocolate bar/energy bar
NOTE!! Bear in mind that everything will get wet!
MOUNTAIN BIKING – TABLE MOUNTAIN - ½ DAY
By arrangement - min 4 pax - R350.00pp
(we will take less, but the pp price will be adjusted accordingly)
Includes - Transport, bicycles, helmets, guide, entrance
fees, drinks & snacks. Duration: approx 5 hours total
We begin with an warm- up ride on the tar along Table mountain
road, then go off-road along a dirt track and up to the
King’s Block House for sweeping views across the city
and the Southern Suburbs. We then cycle downhill to the
imposing Rhodes Memorial, where you can choose to enjoy
some refreshments in the beautifully situated tea garden,
before heading back via Deer Park with some exhilarating
downhills and a few challenging climbs back to the bus –
suitable for beginners. & experienced riders.
MOUNTAIN BIKING - TOKAI FOREST - ½ DAY
By arrangement - min 4 pax - R350.00
(we will take less, but the pp price will be adjusted accordingly)
Includes - Transport, bicycles, guide, entrance fees, drinks
& snacks
Duration: approx 5 hours total
We cycle the trails of the Constantiaberg Mountains with
stunning views across the Southern Suburbs to The Hottentots
Holland Mountains and beyond. We cool off afterwards with
drinks and snacks in the shade of the forest - probably
the Peninsula’s finest off-road trail and a MUST for
mountain biking enthusiasts. Includes some excellent single
track – suitable for more experienced riders.
You will need:
· Comfortable walking shoes
· Shorts - preferably the cycling variety if you
have them
· A sweater or windbreaker and sweatpants
· Sunblock factor 30+
TABLE MOUNTAIN HIKE
By arrangement only for groups of 4 or more pax
- R325.00
Includes Transport, guiding & packed lunch
. We hike up India Venster with sweeping panoramic views
across the city, the Cape Flats, Blouberg Strand, Robben
Island, the Atlantic seaboard and the Twelve Apostles. Enjoy
a packed lunch and stunning vistas on top of the mountain,
then hike down Platteklip Gorge before transferring back
to your accommodation. (Or take the cable car down - optional
- own account.)
Moderate fitness required. Hike includes a few short scrambles.
Total duration approx 6 hours
You will need:
· Comfortable walking shoes or hiking boots
· Shorts
· A sweater or windbreaker and sweatpants
· A small backpack
· Water
· Sunblock factor 30+
Contact Details:
Tel: +27 (0)21 511 4766
a/h: +27 (0)82 807 9522
www.daytrippers.co.za
info@daytrippers.co.za
Contact Day Trippers - Cape Town
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