Cape Town Private Tours & Local Tour Guides

Discover Things to Do and Plan a Trip to Cape Town, South Africa with a Local Guide

Popular Cape Town Private Tours

Table Mountain, Bo-Kaap and City Centre

Cape Town
8 hours

Take the cable car up to the top of Table Mountain. Have a walk around to viewing points. Come back down and experience the Company Gardens with museums, churches and gardens. Then onto the Bo-Kaap. These are the original slave quarters and now populated by mainly the Muslim descendants. Beautiful brightly coloured houses. Then have lunch at a traditional Malay restaurant and sample the local cuisine.

FROM$150/ per person
Elizabeth D.
5.00 / 5
(2 reviews)

Cape Town Wildlife and Nature Day Tour

Cape Town
8 hours

Take a day tour to see the famous South-African wildlife from penguins, seals to ostriches. See spectacular views of the city from Table Mountain and explore the surrounding nature at the beautiful Cape of Good Hope where you can ride up to the top of the famous lighthouse!

FROM$143/ per group
Abouem D.

City sight seeing and orientation tour

Cape Town
7 hours 30 min

Tour will encompass visiting the city bowll (companies gardens, South African Museum) waterfront (variety of shops, restaurants, boat rides from harbor etc) bokaap (colorful houses, Cape Malaysian foods), signal hill (perfect look out to view Cape Town, Waterfront, Seapoint and other parts of our city), table mountain (visiting one of the seven natural wonders of the world) Campsbay (one of our most popular beaches in South Africa) and seapoint (walking on the beach Promonade)

FROM$145/ per person
Rashied A.

Traditional African supper and entertainment

Cape Town
3 hours

I will take you to the most traditional African supper restaurant and tell you something about their past. The owner and chef is a traditional Xhosa African. You will eat real original African food.

FROM$80/ per person
Elizabeth D.
5.00 / 5
(2 reviews)

Popular Cape Town Tour Guides

Elizabeth D.

5.00 / 5
(2 reviews)
South Africa

I love what I do. I love my part of the country and live in one of the most beautiful countries and cities. I can say this after travelling too. I am not a fan of wasting your time (or mine) standing in long queues. We have about 4 places where you may need to do so. Otherwise I take you to the little known but beautiful spots to enjoy. Let me know what your favourite things are to do, and I can design a tour around this (eg art, museums, nature, animals, wine). I will design anything from one day trips to 5 day trips. I also know a fair amount about the Xhosa population and can show you a lot in this regard. I am fully vaccinated and have received my booster.

Rene M.

South Africa

Guiding is my passion. I love interacting and meeting new people. Most of all, I love showing our beautiful country to our valued visitors. Showing our beautiful sites, gives me great pleasure

Rashied A.

South Africa

Hello. I've been in the tourism industry for about 25 years. I mainly focus on the western cape as well as the garden route. I am also a registered tourguide with references if needed. I have worked with various hotels and schools teaching English as a language to foreign students before the Covid 19 pandemic. It would be my pleasure to host guests from your agency.

James B.

South Africa

Ocean fun experience. surf, spearfish, snorkel, ski behind the boat, fish. You'll get experience the wonder of the ocean from my boat seeing parts of the coast only boats can get to. From wrecks to beaches, cliffs and surfing - there is something for everyone.

Leticia B.

South Africa

I'm born and Bred in Cape Town. I'm very passionate about my City and its History. I love sharing my Passion with the world

Abouem D.

South Africa

I have 10 years experience and like to share culture and history, southern Africa tradition,and the way us African wiew and experience life

Mogamat T.

South Africa

Good day. I'm an experienced tour guide/operator for 29 years, specialising particularly in private tours in Cape Town, the entire Western Cape, Garden Route and all other regions in Southern Africa. I love working with tourists from the East as my fore-fathers hail from Southeast Asia (Malaysia). I am a former journalist and photo-journalist and have covered virtually all aspects of newspaper journalism, from sports to news, fashion, business, politics and crime. Tourism is now my passion and I enjoy showcasing our beautiful country to the outside world.

George B.

South Africa

My name is George B and I specialise in private personalised Wine Tours, where we discuss your likes & wants, and curate a highly targeted tour - just for you. I have been interested in wine since the very early days of the Cape Wine Routes. Influenced by the forward-thinking maverick estates I built up a great love of wine and its culture as well as a significant wine cellars. With a Cape Wine Academy Certificate as well as the required cultural & historical qualifications, I have a superb knowledge of the Cape and all its components – from history through geography, geology, sociology and anthropology.

New Cape Town Tour Guides

Matteo P.

South Africa

Are you ready for Cape Town? /\/¯¯¯¯¯\/\ Sei pronto per Città del Capo? Enjoy breathtaking cycling routes, embark on a magnificent ascent up Table Mountain, or simply meander through the vibrant streets. Just relax during the scenic drive to the Cape of Good Hope or enjoy a leisurely e-bike ride. Our experience blends captivating culture with serene natural surroundings - take a leisurely stroll through botanical gardens, partake in exquisite wine tastings, go whale watching, indulge in gourmet dining, explore beautiful beaches, and savor the finest craft beers. Discover Cape Town in your own way!

Sydney M.

South Africa

As an experience guide for last 12 years. I will take you around our beautiful Mother city Cape Town as well as the Spectacular Cape Peninsula tour best known as the best of Cape town. After that I show you our South African most glamorous garden route Mossel bay to Port Elizabeth

Thomas G.

South Africa

Hi my name is Thomas but my friends and family call me Tommy. As a Cape Town and Western Cape qualified tour guide i’m very passionate in what i do and love showing tourist my beautiful city all the way from Cape Town to Gqeberha on the Garden Route

Djamel B.

South Africa

Experienced Language cultural guide with bespoke and detailed private itinerary cape town tours specially designed for your needs An ex -five star concierge at your disposal as well for restaurant , other tours bookings and general advice

Sizwe G.

South Africa

Hi there! my name is Sizwe. I am based in Cape Town, South Africa. I have been in the Travel and Tourism industry for years. I love travelling and meeting new people and I know the feeling of visiting a foreign country for the first time can be exciting and daunting at the same time. However booking trips in advance gives you peace of mind. I am a licensed tour guide. The tour packages that I offer include sightseeing experiences, city tour, wine tasting, cultural, marine, safari and so much more. I can arrange an itinerary based on your interests. Cape Town has so much to offer and with me these incredible places will not go unseen. My focus is providing travelers with incredible, safe and memorable travelling experience. I Look forward to meeting you soon. Thank You.

Jean luc K.

South Africa

Warm greetings from Cape Town, My name is Jean Luc, Energetic professional with over 14 years of experience informing and guiding tourists. Superior talent for entertaining audience members and delivering a high level of customer service. Extensive knowledge of history and culture; able to learn, retain, and recall extensive amounts of information quickly.

Gerhard J.

South Africa

Hello there, my name is Gerhard, but you simply call me Mr G, I am here to serve as your guide, presenting the finest attractions that Cape Town and it's surrounding areas have to offer. Whether you prefer indulging in the world of wine or exploring the majestic world of whales, the possibilities are abundant and yours to choose from. Shall we begin....

Michael W.

South Africa

My introduction to hiking and the love for nature happened at the early age of five when I started joining my father on fishing trips to the coastal regions of the Cape of Good Hope section within the Table Mountain National Park. This included hiking through the fynbos to reach fishing spots at the water’s edge. I remember playing in the rock pools of the intertidal zones as well as catching “klip vissies” (small rock fish) there. In later years I went on to join a swimming club, become a water polo player and a lifeguard. The aquatic activities further expanded my love for the ocean. In fact, I spent over 25 years of his life volunteering as a beach lifeguard along the False Bay coast, as well as volunteering as a crew leader on the Cape Town Helicopter Surf Rescue service. Soon after getting married, my wife Bridget and I embarked on an extended backpacking venture across Europe and the Middle East. Over time we have been fortunate to travel to and experience 23 different countries around the world. It is this love for nature, the outdoors, hiking and travel that made for perfect ingredients to become a Cultural Guide, an Overnight Off Trail Mountain and Adventure Guide, and to register a Tour Operator business

Popular Cape Town Private Cars

Hermanus and animals

Cape Town
8 hours 30 min

Visiting animals. First is penguins in the nicest and most natural setting. Driving along the second most scenic drive in Cape Town. Visit Hermanus which is known as the best land-based whale watching spot in the world. Have lunch at one of two spots right on the edge of the sea. Return via the mountain passes with beautiful scenery. Visit the cheetahs and other animals.

FROM$145/ per person
Elizabeth D.
5.00 / 5
(2 reviews)

Cape Point Day Trip

Cape Town
8 hours 30 min

This is a long day. We travel down the eastern side of the peninsula and back on the western side of the peninsula. We take in sites, history, funa and flora, animals and the sheer beauty of the Cape Peninsula. We drive the most scenic drive in the Cape as well.

FROM$210/ per person
Elizabeth D.
5.00 / 5
(2 reviews)

Cape Town City Tour

Cape Town
4 hours 30 min

Experience the rich History and Culture of the "Mother City". A walk through the oldest Garden in South Africa, see the Slave Lodge, St George's Cathedral as well as some of the oldest buildings in SA. A drive through Camps Bay, and a visit to Table Mountain.

FROM$60/ per person
Rene M.

Company Gardens and surrounds

Cape Town
1 hour 30 min

The Company Gardens were the first gardens started in Cape Town by the early settlers in the 1650s. Around this are a number of museums, galleries, houses of parliament, cathedrals, churches, statues and other things of interest that would be visited on our walk.

FROM$25/ per person
Elizabeth D.
5.00 / 5
(2 reviews)

Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens and wine estates

Cape Town
7 hours 30 min

The gardens will cover areas for those with sight impediments, What is currently flowering, plants with healing properties and the original structure of the traditional African abode. Next is Lady Barnard’s Bath and Cycad hill and natural Fynbos. Then possibly sightings of birds. Then the Canopy Tree Walk and Enchanted Forest. The concert lawn and more. Lunch will either be taken here or at a local deli. Then wine tasting and/or wine farm history and buidlings.

FROM$25/ per person
Elizabeth D.
5.00 / 5
(2 reviews)

Wild flowers of the West Coast

Cape Town
8 hours 30 min

In late July to the end of September the wild flowers up the coast put on the most amazing show of nature. This depends when the rains start as they come out after the first rains and need good sunny weather to open up. August and September are the best months.

FROM$150/ per person
Elizabeth D.
5.00 / 5
(2 reviews)

Kirstenbosch Gardens and Wine Tasting from Cape Town

Cape Town
5 hours

A visit to the world famous Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens, which lies at the foot of the Eastern slope of Table Mountain and round it off with two wine tastings in the oldest wine region in South Africa, Constantia. Some of South Africa's best wines, comes from this valley.

FROM$80/ per person
Rene M.

Cape Town: Cape of Good Hope Private Tour

Cape Town
10 hours

Enjoy a full day Cape Peninsula sightseeing in this private tour. Admire the views of the Cape coastline with mountains chain one side and the ocean on the other. See Chapman's Peak drive, and explore Cape Point and the Cape of Good Hope as well as the African penguins at Boulders Beach.

FROM$130/ per person
Jean luc K.

Reviews

Jacqueline N.

5 / 5
Dec 12, 2023

Walking tour to V & A Waterfront

We booked the tour to V & A Waterfront with Elizabeth. She was absolutely amazing. She picked up at our hotel and drove to the V & A Waterfront, where we spent the whole day. It was a beautiful day. She is knowledgeable and introduced us to the landmarks that make up the area’s history, including the Clock Tower, , the Clock Tower District, the Robinson Dry Dock, the Zeitz MOCAA Museum, the yellow frame, the sculptured animals, the Swing Bridge, the gateway to Robben Island, the Two Oceans Aquarium. She was not in a hurry, she let us take our time. We had wonderful photos, specially on that very day when Table Mountain was visible in the background. She advised us the restaurant where to eat, we had our lunch at the V & A Food Market , which is near the Nobel Square. She even came to shop with us at the Watershed, which specializes in South African arts and crafts. I firmly recommend her to anyone who is looking for a tour in Cape Town. If ever, I go back to Cape Town, I will certainly book my tours with her

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Warren W.

5 / 5
Oct 14, 2022

she gives her all!!!

Elizabeth was absolutely amazing. she is socwarm and friendly. We booked her tour to Hermanas. It was the most enjoyable day! She picked us up promptly at our hotel we drove along the scenic coast. it was so beautiful. Elizabeth pointed out everything along the way-sites, birds, flowers, monuments…. she told history of the area. She is incredibly knowledgeable and passionate about her country. We spend the day driving and stopping along the way to see a cool little things, did some whalewatching from the shore, did a little bit of shopping had lunch at a great little restaurant overlooking the water, saw the Penguins. We were in no hurry and Elizabeth was very flexible, didn’t rush us or hurry us, let us take our time, and we actually got back to our hotel like two hours late. And it didn’t cost anything more. We enjoyed her so much that we hired her for another day and had her take us around Cape Town, a tour where we pretty much custom picked what we wanted to do. There’s a great little sites in the city and she took us to a restaurant where we had some amazing authentic South African food. Elizabeth grew up in the area so she knows everything about everything. She even gave us advice about where to eat that was close to our restaurant, how much to pay for things, what things to buy that were worth it, prices that were not worth it etc. she even told us that we could text her at any time for any advice on anything that we were doing on our own . We can’t recommend her highly enough!!! she gives it her all! We more than got our moneys worth, and if we ever go back to South Africa again we will definitely take advantage of her services.

Elizabeth D.

Thank you Warren. You were both such a pleasure you made my job even easier.

Cape Town Private Tour Guide

Whether it’s your first time to Cape Town or you are back to discover more, a good tour guide can make all the difference. Enjoy the best of what Cape Town has to offer, without all the fuss of planning everything by yourself! You can pick your favorite itinerary from the Cape Town tours offered by our local guides, but feel free to ask for customizations based on your preferences. We want to help travelers get the most out of their trips, and we believe a good tour with a local guide is the best way to ensure that. There is so much to see and do in Cape Town, and the best way to get the most out of your time there is to have a local expert with you. GoWithGuide is committed to delivering unforgettable tour experiences, so let us help you create your next favorite memory.

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