Cape Town Budget Safaris & Tours

A total of 69 tours ordered from shortest to longest duration.
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3 Day Great White Shark Diving Package

Priced from pps 5225 5225 5225 5225 Full pricing info
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5225 5225 5225 5225 P/P (R400 single supplement per night if required)

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Tour Duration
03 days
Type of Tour
Shark Cage Diving Tours
Tour Summary
A great 3 day Great White Shark Diving package in Gaansbaai, South Africa. Get up close and personal with these magnificant creatures of the deep and learn more about their role in the oceans eco systems.

Cape Town City & Peninsula Tour Package

Priced from pps 1700 1700 1700 1700 Full pricing info
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Dorm accommodation: 1700 1700 1700 1700 (based on one person.)
Single room with shared bathroom: 2200 2200 2200 2200 (Based on one person.)
Double with shared bathroom: 3600 3600 3600 3600 (Based on two persons sharing.)
Double en-suite Guesthouse accommodation: 4200 4200 4200 4200 (Based on two persons sharing.)

Please note that your additional days and tours from our other packages can be added to your stay, please contact African Budget Safaris for details.

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Tour Duration
03 days
Type of Tour
City Break and Short Stay Tours
Tour Summary
This amazing 3 day package includes an airport transfer, 3 nights accommodation, a half day city tour and a full day Cape Peninsula tour. A great introduction to Cape Town.

Cape Town Cultural & Winelands Package

Priced from pps 1775 1775 1775 1775 Full pricing info
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Dorm accommodation: 1775 1775 1775 1775 (based on one person.)
Single room - shared bathroom: 2285 2285 2285 2285 (Based on one person.)
Double shared bathroom: 3700 3700 3700 3700 (Based on two persons sharing.)
Double en-suite Guesthouse accommodation: 4270 4270 4270 4270 (Based on two persons sharing.)

Please note that you can add additional days and tours from our other packages on to this package, please contact African Budget Safaris for details.

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Tour Duration
03 days
Type of Tour
City Break and Short Stay Tours
Tour Summary
A great 3 day stop over in Cape Town. Visit the "Townships" that pepper Cape Town and emerse yourself in a rich cultural way of life. You will visit the Cape Winelands and spend a full day enjoying some of finest wines available in the Cape.

Cape Town Adventure and Explore Package

Priced from pps 3340 3340 3340 3340 Full pricing info
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Dorm accommodation: 3340 3340 3340 3340 (based on one person.)
Single room - shared bathroom: 3850 3850 3850 3850 (Based on one person.)
Double shared bathroom: 6830 6830 6830 6830 (Based on two persons sharing.)
Double en-suite Guesthouse accommodation: 7400 7400 7400 7400 (Based on two persons sharing.)

Please note that you can add additional days and tours from our other packages to your stay, for details please contact African Budget Safaris.

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Tour Duration
03 days
Type of Tour
City Break and Short Stay Tours
Tour Summary
A fantastic adrenalin and adventure filled few days in Cape Town. From the thrill of diving with Great White Sharks to pleasure of exploring the scenic Cape Wine Route!

South Africa’s Garden Route Adventure Safari

Priced from pps 5600 5600 5600 5600 Full pricing info
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2012 Rates:

  • Backpacker dormitory accommodation - R 5600
  • Backpacker Twin/Double Room - R 6000
  • Backpacker Twin/Double En-Suite - 6250 6250 6250 6250
  • Backpacker Single Room - R 6300
  • Backpacker Single Room En-suite - R 6550
  • Guest House upgrade Twin/Double - R7000
  • Guest House upgrade Single - R7500

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Tour Duration
06 days
Type of Tour
Budget Lodge Safaris
Tour Summary
An all inclusive Safari of South Africa's Garden Route partaking in a variety of adventure activities along the way. We visit the Cango Caves, Storms River, Kysna, Hermanus, embark on a "Big 5" Game drive in Addo Elephant Park and explore the Tsitsikamma Forest.

Cape Town Mountain Bike Safari

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Tour Duration
06 days
Type of Tour
Mountain Bike Safaris
Tour Summary
A great 6 day mountain biking safari around Cape Town and the surrounding Winelands area of Stellenbosh and Franshhoek and the coastal town of Hermanus.

Western Cape Motorbike Safari

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Tour Duration
06 days
Type of Tour
Motorbike Safaris
Tour Summary
A great 6 day motorbike Safari from Cape Town, South Africa and onwards to the areas of Franschhoek, Oudtshoorn and the Garden Route. A scenic journey of a lifetime.

Garden Route Camping Tour - Northbound

Priced from pps 4950 4950 4950 4950 Full pricing info
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4950 4950 4950 4950 per person sharing.

Single supplement - 280 280 280 280 (where applicable).

Activity Package - 250 250 250 250

Activity Package

This is an optional payment that covers what is considered to be ‘essential activities’ on Safari. The Breakdown of the Activity Package is available on enquiry. The Activity Package can be pre-purchased prior to your arrival or through your guide on day 1 of your tour.

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Tour Duration
07 days
Type of Tour
Camping Overland Tours
Tour Summary
This Budget Camping Safari takes your from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth via the scenic Garden Route and the Malaria Free Addo Elephant National Park.

South Africa & Namibia Adventure Safari

Priced from pps 3195 3195 3195 3195 Plus local payment
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3195 3195 3195 3195 + local payment 240 240 240 240

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The Local Payment is a necessary expense that covers a variety of on-the-road costs. All tours maintain their local payment fund in US dollars as this currency is accepted in any country you may happen to visit. As a result we need to quote the local payment cost separately to our tour price.

What your local payment covers varies from tour to tour, but typically includes things like

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Namib Desert Namibia
Tour Duration
07 days
Type of Tour
Camping Overland Tours
Tour Summary
This South Africa & Namibia Adventure Safari begins in Cape Town, South Africa and travels north through diverse landscapes of South Africa and Namibian Desert, ending in Swakopmund, the Adventure Capital of Namibia.

Namibia to Cape Town Safari

Priced from pps 3195 3195 3195 3195 Plus local payment
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3195 3195 3195 3195 + local payment 240 240 240 240

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What is the Local Payment?

The Local Payment is a necessary expense that covers a variety of on-the-road costs. All tours maintain their local payment fund in US dollars as this currency is accepted in any country you may happen to visit. As a result we need to quote the local payment cost separately to our tour price.

What your local payment covers varies from tour to tour, but typically includes things like

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  • food and drinks
  • park fees
Tour Duration
07 days
Type of Tour
Camping Overland Tours
Tour Summary
A 7 day journey from Swakopmund, Namibia to Cape Town, South Africa, exploring the Namib Desert dunes of Sossusvlei, Namib Naukluft National Park, Fish River Canyon and Cederberg in South Africa. Namibia to Cape Town Safari on a budget!

Wild Coast & Garden Route to Cape Town Tour

Priced from pps 6350 6350 6350 6350 Plus local payment
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6350 6350 6350 6350 per person.

Plus Local Payment of  R2900

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What is the Local Payment?

The Local Payment is a necessary expense that covers a variety of on-the-road costs. All tours maintain their local payment fund in US dollars as this currency is accepted in any country you may happen to visit. As a result we need to quote the local payment cost separately to our tour price.

What your local payment covers varies from tour to tour, but typically includes things like

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  • park fees
Tour Duration
07 days
Type of Tour
Budget Lodge Safaris
Tour Summary
A one week budget lodge safari along the coast of South Africa, starting in Durban and travelling along the remote Wild Coast and famous Garden Route to Cape Town. Visit Cintsa, Addo Elephant Park, Knysna and Hermanus.

Garden Route Camping Tour - Southbound

Priced from pps 4950 4950 4950 4950 Full pricing info
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4950 4950 4950 4950 per person sharing.

Single supplement - 280 280 280 280 (where applicable).

Activity Package - 250 250 250 250

Activity Package

This is an optional payment that covers what is considered to be ‘essential activities’ on Safari. The Breakdown of the Activity Package is available on enquiry. The Activity Package can be pre-purchased prior to your arrival or through your guide on day 1 of your tour.

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African Elephants in Game Park
Tour Duration
07 days
Type of Tour
Camping Overland Tours
Tour Summary
This Garden Route Safari travels south along the scenic coast of South Africa from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town, visiting Addo Elephant Park, Tsitsikamma National Park, Knysna, Cango Caves and the Cape Wine Route.

Accommodated Budget Garden Route Tour - North

Priced from pps 7450 7450 7450 7450 Full pricing info
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7450 7450 7450 7450 per person sharing.

Single supplement - 880 880 880 880 (where applicable).

Activity Package - 250 250 250 250

Activity Package

This is an optional payment that covers what is considered to be ‘essential activities’ on Safari. The Breakdown of the Activity Package is available on enquiry. The Activity Package can be pre-purchased prior to your arrival or through your guide on day 1 of your tour.

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Tour Duration
07 days
Type of Tour
Accommodated Overland Tours
Tour Summary
This Accommodated Budget Garden Route Tour travels from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth via Stellenbosch, Knysna, Cango Caves & Tsitsikamma on the scenic Garden Route & Malaria-Free Addo Elephant National Park.

Budget Garden Route Tour - South

Priced from pps 7450 7450 7450 7450 Full pricing info
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7450 7450 7450 7450 per person sharing.

Single supplement - 880 880 880 880 (where applicable).

Activity Package - 250 250 250 250

Activity Package

This is an optional payment that covers what is considered to be ‘essential activities’ on Safari. The Breakdown of the Activity Package is available on enquiry. The Activity Package can be pre-purchased prior to your arrival or through your guide on day 1 of your tour.

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Tour Duration
07 days
Type of Tour
Accommodated Overland Tours
Tour Summary
This Accommodated Budget Garden Route Tour travels south along the scenic coast of South Africa from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town, visiting Addo Elephant Park, Tsitsikamma, Knysna, Cango Caves & Cape Wine Route.

Budget Cape, Falls & Kalahari African Safari

Priced from pps 3195 3195 3195 3195 Plus local payment
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3195 3195 3195 3195 + Local Payment 240 240 240 240

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What is the Local Payment?

The Local Payment is a necessary expense that covers a variety of on-the-road costs. All tours maintain their local payment fund in US dollars as this currency is accepted in any country you may happen to visit. As a result we need to quote the local payment cost separately to our tour price.

What your local payment covers varies from tour to tour, but typically includes things like

  • border payments
  • food and drinks
  • park fees
Tour Duration
07 days
Type of Tour
Camping Overland Tours
Tour Summary
One week Budget Cape, Falls & Kalahari African Safari through South Africa starting in Cape Town and ending in Johannesburg. Cheap camping trip to South Africa's less visited gems!

Cape Town to PE Garden Route Tour - Self Drive Package

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Tour Duration
08 days
Type of Tour
Self Drive Tours
Tour Summary
The Cape Town to Port Elizabeth self drive option takes in some of the top highlights on offer in South Africa including the Cape Winelands, The whale capital of South Africa - Hermanus, the Garden Route and Addo Elephant National Park.

South Africa’s Garden Route Family Safari

Priced from pps 1245 1245 1245 1245 Full pricing info
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Low Season (May to August):

  • 2 Adults: 1920 1920 1920 1920 per person
  • 4 Adults: 1245 1245 1245 1245 per person
  • Child Rate (2 yrs - 10 yrs) : 200 200 200 200 

High Season (Jan to April, September & October):

  • 2 Adults: 1985 1985 1985 1985
  • 4 Adults: 1299 1299 1299 1299
  • Child Rate (2 yrs - 10 yrs) : 220 220 220 220

Entrance Fees (subject to change):

  • 510 510 510 510 per adult
  • 255 255 255 255 per child

Children under 2 years travel free of charge.

Self-drive Tour Option:

This Safari can be done as a self-drive Safari (including car hire).

  • Low Season (May to July): 765 765 765 765 per adult and 210 210 210 210 per child. 
  • High Season (Jan to April, August to October): 825 825 825 825 per adult and 235 235 235 235 per child.
  • Entrance fees (subject to change): 674 674 674 674 per adult and 336 336 336 336 per child.

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Tour Duration
10 days
Type of Tour
Budget Lodge Safaris
Tour Summary
A great trip for the entire family. Taking you to all the highlights of Cape Town through the Garden Route, visiting the Knysna forest as well as Addo Elephant Park before reaching the sunny shores of Port Elizabeth.

Windhoek to Cape Town Camping Safari

Priced from pps 4350 4350 4350 4350 Plus local payment
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4350 4350 4350 4350 per person.

Plus Local Payment of  US 380 380 380 380

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What is the Local Payment?

The Local Payment is a necessary expense that covers a variety of on-the-road costs. All tours maintain their local payment fund in US dollars as this currency is accepted in any country you may happen to visit. As a result we need to quote the local payment cost separately to our tour price.

What your local payment covers varies from tour to tour, but typically includes things like

  • border payments
  • food and drinks
  • park fees
Tour Duration
11 days
Type of Tour
Camping Overland Tours
Tour Summary
From Windhoek to Etosha Park for game viewing, into rugged Damaraland, via the Skeleton Coast to Swakopmund for adventure activities. Explore the ancient Namib Desert, Fish River Canyon and Orange River, ending in Cape Town.

Cape Town to Windhoek Budget Camping Safari

Priced from pps 4350 4350 4350 4350 Plus local payment
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4350 4350 4350 4350 per person.

Plus Local Payment of 380 380 380 380

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What is the Local Payment?

The Local Payment is a necessary expense that covers a variety of on-the-road costs. All tours maintain their local payment fund in US dollars as this currency is accepted in any country you may happen to visit. As a result we need to quote the local payment cost separately to our tour price.

What your local payment covers varies from tour to tour, but typically includes things like

  • border payments
  • food and drinks
  • park fees
Tour Duration
11 days
Type of Tour
Camping Overland Tours
Tour Summary
This 11-day budget Southern Africa camping safari from Cape Town to Windhoek starts with a Cape Flats Township Tour to the Orange River and Fish River Canyon. Explore Namibia’s ancient deserts, charming towns and Etosha Game Park.

South African Garden Route Camping Safari

Priced from pps 4495 4495 4495 4495 Plus local payment
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4495 4495 4495 4495 + Local Payment 350 350 350 350

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What is the Local Payment?

The Local Payment is a necessary expense that covers a variety of on-the-road costs. All tours maintain their local payment fund in US dollars as this currency is accepted in any country you may happen to visit. As a result we need to quote the local payment cost separately to our tour price.

What your local payment covers varies from tour to tour, but typically includes things like

  • border payments
  • food and drinks
  • park fees
Tour Duration
11 days
Type of Tour
Camping Overland Tours
Tour Summary
Cape Town to Cape Town - this South African Garden Route Camping Safari explores Addo Elephant Park, De Hoop Reserve, Knysna, Tsitsikamma & Cango Caves; traveling along the scenic Garden Route of South Africa.

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Cape Town Tours and Activities

Explore the Cosmopolitan Beauty of Cape Town

The picturesque city of Cape Town, capital of the Western Cape Province of South Africa, is an amazing destination for a short city breakaway or longer adventure trip and cultural experience.

Cape Town is considered one of the most beautiful cities in the world and is known as the mother city of South Africa. This beautiful city is the second most popular tourist destination in South Africa, with the world famous Kruger National Park taking first place. The cosmopolitan city of Cape Town offers visitors everything from outdoor adventure activities to world-class shopping and trendy cafes. Whether you are a nature lover heading for Cape Point Nature Reserve or a party animal looking for a vibrant nightlife, Cape Town is sure to charm you into wanting to visit again.

A great way to get to know Cape Town is to start with a guided walk through the city and colourful Bo-Kaap area or by taking the popular bus tour in and around Cape Town. Or you could begin with a shopping spree at the V & A Water Front, laze on one of Cape Town’s beautiful beaches or head up the famous landmark of Table Mountain for sweeping views of the scenic coastline and city. 

The Cultural Melting Pot of Cape Town

Experience South Africa’s diverse cultures, by visiting local communities in areas such as Langa and Khayelitsha where you will get to meet the locals. A township tour typically includes a stop at a community school and informal bar, known as a Shebeen, enabling visitors to interact with the people living in these communities. District Six is one of Cape Town’s cultural highlights, with the District Six museum offering deeper insight into South Africa’s unique and tumultuous past. One of the most important historical sites, well worth visiting, is the World Heritage Site and Museum of Robben Island, lying seven kilometres off the coast of Cape Town in Table Bay. The museum on Robben Island was once a maximum-security prison where political prisoners were detained for decades and today serves as a reminder of the struggle for democracy in South Africa. Robben Island is best known as the place where future South African President and Nobel Laureate Nelson Mandela spent 27 years of imprisonment during the apartheid era.

Cape Town for nature lovers and adventure seekers

Cape Town is not only rich in culture and history, but also in natural splendour, from the sprawling Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens to Cape Point Nature Reserve and the dramatic coastal drive over Chapman’s Peak. Cape Town has plenty of outdoor and adventure activities to keep nature lovers and adrenaline junkies captivated and enthralled. A few of the things that you can do in Cape Town are:

  • Cycle in Cape Point Nature Reserve – for a closer look at this designated floral Kingdom 
  • Go Great White Shark Diving off Dyer Island in Gaansbaai, near Cape Town – exhilarating experience diving with these predators in their natural habitat
  • Hike up Table Mountain or for the less active, take the Cable Car to the top – spectacular views of the city, Table Bay and the Atlantic coastline
  • Mountain bike along the slopes of Table Mountain or cycle down its slopes – a thrilling few hours in the beauty of nature 
  • Visit Simonstown – to see the Jackass Penguins found on the False Bay side of the Cape Peninsula
  • Plunge off Table Mountain making a 112 meter controlled descent off the cliffs  - the world's highest abseil offering breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean city below. 
  • Take a motorbike Safari from Cape Town through Franschhoek and Oudtshoorn, into the scenic Garden Route area of the Western Cape

Viticultural Delights of the Cape 

One of the Cape’s most popular attractions is the famous Cape Winelands area near Cape Town. Some of the South Africa’s finest wines are produced in the Cape Wineland towns of Franschhoek, Stellenbosch and Paarl. The wine region is also home to a multitude of superb restaurants and many of the wine farms serve up some excellent snacks and meals too. Visitors can take full cellar tours to learn about the winemaking process, cycle through the scenic winelands and get to taste some of the best wines produced in the region. 

Fitting Cape Town into a bigger trip plan

Cape Town is an excellent starting or ending point for several major overland trips through Africa including tours to destinations such as, Kruger National Park, Durban, the Garden Route, Namibia, Victoria Falls and Botswana. There are a variety of tour options that include Cape Town as a destination; such as self-drive safaris, overland truck tours, motorbike adventures, hiking and cycling trips and city stays. Take a look at our safaris and tours to Cape Town.

Our Cape Town safaris and trips generally include accommodation in an old restored Victorian Mansion turned into a lodge with great mountain views, a relaxed pool area and a central location.

Find out more with our Cape Town budget travel guide page.

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