Adventure

If you’re looking for adventure South Africa is the place to be!  Whether you’re visiting our beautiful, diverse country for the first time, or call it home, there are always many things to do, see, and experience. 

South Africa has a wonderful climate, which makes it a haven for outdoor adventure experiences.  Most adventure activities are available all year round, so no matter when you visit, chances of disappointment are limited.  And even then, your next adventure probably awaits right around the corner!

Lovers of adventure can’t get enough of trying new things and experiencing once-in-a-lifetime adventures that make their hearts beat just a little or a lot faster.  These are the people with nerves of steel and the lengthy bucket lists and an insatiable thirst for ticking off every item meticulously.  They don’t go to a new place without making the most of it. These are the people many of us strive to be.

South Africa is home to beautiful winelands, spectacular seascapes, marvellous mountains, vast valleys, and the best the bushveld has to offer.  Our cities draw people from near and far to experience the uniquely blended culture you won’t find anywhere else.  No matter what you’re after, we have adventure activities that will blow your mind… Spread across the nine provinces, there’s plenty to choose from.

Get the adrenaline flowing and the heart racing. From sandboarding to ziplining, quad biking, and flyboard adventures, we have everything you need to unleash your inner thrill-seeker.  With a vast coastline, sandboarding is available in various spots, particularly near Cape Town.  Table Mountain and Drakensberg are popular spots for ziplining, while the Vaal River and Hartbeespoort Dam offer extreme flyboard adventures.

No matter what thrill you’re seeking, you’ll find it on the menu below.  Book your adventure experiences today to avoid disappointment.

  • No visit to Gauteng is complete without an airboat adventure on the Crocodile River.  Our exhilarating ride and slide experience kicks off from Mogi Adventures on the banks of the Crocodile River, right off the R 512 (Malibongwe Drive), Broederstroom, Hartbeespoort.  Your guides will provide a pre-departure safety briefing before you board your airboat and set off to explore the beautiful Magaliesberg gorges located in the upper Crocodile river and down into the magnificent Harties.  Enjoy feeling the wind in your hair and the sun on your face as the airboat skims the surface of the water and zips down the river.  From this unique vantage point, you will see new and unique plants and wildlife while your guide regales you with fun facts about the area.
    • Allow 30 minutes for this experience.  Please arrive 15 minutes before your activity.
    • Guiding is available in English, German & French.
    • This ticket is for one person and forms part of a group (maximum 6).
    • Rides take place every weekend, subject to minimum numbers,
    • Airboating is weather dependent.
    • Dress in layers, take sun precautions and prepared to get slightly wet from spray coming off the water. Cameras may be taken at your own risk.
  • Lose your breath while on the back of an authentic Harley Davidson Motorcycle. Experience the wind blowing through your hair and the beauty of your home city during this once-in-a-lifetime-trip. For the first time ever in South Africa, you can now enjoy the unique experience of cruising around your home town on a classic Harley Davidson. Opt for a city slicker bike ride and feel cool cruising the busy streets or perhaps a ride into the country to enjoy some spectacular scenery and a quiet lunch somewhere interesting. The options are endless to enjoy on your special day! This experience includes a one hour Harley Davidson Pillion. The Harley Chauffeur can collect from your address of choice and either provide a one way or two way transfer – totaling 60 minutes. Arrange to meet your friends somewhere special for lunch or drinks – arrive in style and have one of them drive you home. Have a blast and enjoy the ride. Location - PTA | JHB | DBN | CPT
  • Prove that chivalry is still alive and well by escaping into the old-world charm of a vintage steam train trip. Step aboard a vintage steam locomotive in Cape Town and enjoy the beautiful scenery that the trip has to offer. The steam train departs from CPT and travels to Elgin where passengers disembark to enjoy the Elgin Market at their leisure. Here passengers will have lunch before returning to CPT on the steam train. Elgin Market (and the steam train) is an incredible experience not to be missed.
    • This experience is for one adult in a shared carriage.
    • Food, beverages and any other incidentals are not included.
    • Allow a full day for this experience.
    • Departure point along with times and other need to know information will be provided at time of booking.
    • Events take place on set dates and are subject to availability. Please note that trips are seasonal. Please contact us via email at [email protected] to inquire about upcoming dates before purchasing your voucher.
  • Discovery Flights are short introductory flights for people interested in learning about flying or taking the first step toward earning their pilot's license. Every participant is assigned to a certified pilot instructor who walks you through the step-by-step procedure of how to safely fly an aircraft. Taking place in CPT & DBN | Weather Dependent | 100kgs Weight Limit | Participation Is At Your Own Risk
  • Canopy Tours involve sliding from one high level forest platform to another along a steel cable suspended up to thirty metres above the forest floor. The tours consist of about ten platforms and slides that zig-zag down through a pristine forested valley or ancient rocky gorge. Two trained guides accompany the tour and ensure the safety of each group while also pointing out any interesting plants, birds or animals along the way. The Canopy Tour begins with a safety briefing at the canopy office. Here your guides will first demonstrate how to slide on the cables and the safety procedures to be followed on the tour, before kitting you up with full body harness, pulley, climbing equipment and safety helmet. You and your group will then be transported into the forest or up to the mountain in an open vehicle to the start of the canopy tour. This activity is for one person and takes place in most provinces, 7 days per week, subject to availability and ideal weather conditions. Cape Canopy Tours is excluded from this offer.   Celestial Gifts is the booking agent for this activity.  Please contact Celestial Gifts to make your booking.
  • Head to Cullinan, a quaint miner’s village near Pretoria for this unforgettable adventure combo and overnight for two.  Your experience starts with getting set up for your adventure combo experience. Starting with a Zipline slide, you'll then try your hand at archery before enjoying a game drive through the protected area. Showcasing some 16 species of antelope, you're certain to have some good sightings. Finish off your experience with a casual pizza lunch before heading to check in at Cullinan Diamond Lodge for your overnight stay in a luxury room with a hearty breakfast included the next day.
  • Experience a desert like quad biking adventure in the incredible Atlantis Dunes located 50km outside of Cape Town, boasting over 20km² of sand based terrain. Our Guided Tours take you through these open dunes that are very reminiscent of those found in the Namibian desert, with beautiful white sand and dunes undulated by the wind. Our Guided Tours take you around on an hour long session that shows you all the beauty of the dunes, in a fun and free flowing ride. Book your quad bike adventure in the dunes now! 
  • Develop your off-road driving skills with a half day introductory course to gain a greater understanding of vehicle control, obstacle handling and how to safely assess challenging environments. We'll also explain various Land Rover technologies such as Terrain Response and other handy features which make off-roading even more pleasurable. Our expert instructors will help you hone your off-road driving skills during this adventurous lead-follow, convoy experience.

    Book early to avoid disappointment.

    This event is for one person and forms part of a group event, taking place monthly. Allow half a day for this experience. All events are weather dependent. Drivers must have a clean drivers license. Vehicles and instructors are included. Location ~ Sandton 

  • Visit one of the oldest Wine Regions in South Africa where over 200 farms produce some of the best wines in South Africa. Join us as we explore our 3 favourite farms on the Stellenbosch Wine Route in Open Top Jeep Wranglers. Venture into Private Vineyards on farms road and explore the working side of the farm. Enjoy a Gin Cocktail, overlooking Simonsig Mountains, Taste Award Winning Pinotage Red wines along with other varietals from the region, enjoy a Gourmet Cheese Platter for lunch followed by more Wine Tastings. Includes : hotel pickup, 3 wine tastings, cheese platter lunch and a gin cocktail.  This is a full day experience from 09h00 - 17h00.
  • Experience the magic of the wine route with this exciting five-hour (or 5-estate) day tuk tuk wine tour. It’s the perfect way to celebrate an anniversary with your love or just a fun day with friends or as a unique year-end celebration with your colleagues. If you’re visiting the Wine Route for the first time, this is a must for your bucket list! For this experience, the tuk tuk will pick you up from your home, hotel or lodge in Franschhoek and take you to five estates on either the Mont Rochelle route, or the Dieu Donne route. Take in the scenic views on the route, taste some of South Africa’s finest wines, and indulge in exquisite cuisine. Either visit five estates, or enjoy the route for five hours. Need to Know ~
    • Duration: 5 Hours
    • Events take place regularly
    • Start Location: Your guest house/ hotel/ lodge in Franschhoek
    • Dress: Dress comfortably and remember your sun block, hat & camera
    • Fitness Level: Light. Any Wheelchair limitations can be assessed
    • Pack: Your personality, appetite and credit card
  • Take your partner or beloved and saddle up for a lovely hour-long ride on well-trained, calm and obedient horses in the tranquil Bushveld countryside. The horseback trail offers stunning mountain scenery and leads to your secluded riverside champagne breakfast spot in the midst of untamed bush. Picnic blanket; chairs; ice bucket with champagne and still water; wicker basket with chips, dips, muffins, samoosas, beef meat balls, chicken and pineapple kebabs, chicken nuggets, BBQ Pancakes, mini vetkoek with bobootie, mini chicken burgers, salted caramel swiss rolls, kiri cheese and strawberries **Ingredients may vary based on availability** Need to know -
    • This package is for two people only and may form part of a group.
    • Available throughout the year.
    • No experience necessary.
    • Participation is at your own risk.
    • Maximum weight limit per rider is 95kgs
  • Experience the magic of the wine route with this exciting half day tuk tuk wine tour. It’s the perfect way to celebrate an anniversary with your love or just a fun day with friends. If you’re visiting the Wine Route for the first time, this is a must for your bucket list!  The tuk tuk will pick you up from your home, hotel or lodge in Franschhoek and take you to three estates on either the Mont Rochelle route, or the Dieu Donne route.  Take in the scenic views on the route, taste some of South Africa’s finest wines, and indulge in exquisite cuisine. Either visit three estates, or enjoy the route for three hours. Need to Know ~ 
    • Duration: 3 Hours
    • Start Location: Your guest house/ hotel/ lodge in Franschhoek
    • Events take place regularly.
    • Dress: Dress comfortably and remember your sun block, hat & camera
    • Fitness Level: Light. Any Wheelchair limitations can be assessed
    • Pack: Your personality, appetite and credit card
  • Cullinan Adventure Zone offers loads of adventure in the quaint miner's village close to Pretoria.  The exclusive Full Moon Glide with Game Drive & Sundowner Bush Braai takes place only once a month, and is the perfect adventure for couples, groups of friends, or team building groups.  The grounds are home to sixteen different antelope species and abundant bird life. A qualified guide will take you on a game drive in an open vehicle through the African savanna and beautiful bushveld.  After the game drive, enjoy a sundowner bush braai on the deck as the wildlife seek shelter for the night. When the moon starts to peep over the horizon, the facilitators will start preparing you for the adventure of a lifetime - a moonlight zip line tour across the Muningi Gorge. This package allows for one adult only and forms part of a group.  Please check the web site for next available dates or email your booking to us using [email protected].  ***Overnight accommodation can be arranged on request. Please inquire at time of booking.*** Dates available: Jan 18 / Feb 16 / Mar 18 / Apr 16 / May 16 / Jun 14 / Jul 13 / Aug 12 / Sep 10 / Oct 9 / Nov 8 / Dec 8
  • Take a six-minute trip to the top of the Magaliesberg mountain in a modern, safe cable car located in the Magaliesberg World Heritage Site and be transported into a different world. A lovely grassy viewing site offers scenic views across some of the world's oldest mountains and valleys. Once you disembark at the foot of the mountain, head to the 'best dam' 2-hour gourmet snack cruise where you will enjoy a scrumptious selection of traditional South African hot and cold finger and fork gourmet snacks. The boat will travel along the Kosmos foreshore, toward the dam wall and past the zoo and Transvaal Yacht club. From there, it will hit the open waters to Oberon and Eagle's Landing, past Pecanwood and the Dykes of the Islands Estate, followed by Kshane Estate and Sandy Lane Golf Course. This route was planned especially to give you an opportunity to enjoy all the sights of life around the dam, including the beautiful homes and natural scenery whilst enjoying delicious gourmet snacks.
    • Taking place daily.
    • Forms part of a group experience.
    • Beverages are excluded.
    • This ticket allows for one adult.
    • Cableway must be enjoyed in the morning prior to the cruise.
    • Entrance & parking fees to the resort where the boat is moored are excluded. You will, however, receive a R60 per person voucher which you may use towards the bar.
  • Indulge in the ultimate adventure with two buddies, family, or book the Black Ops Mission for an unforgettable bachelor's party, or unusual team building experience. Perfect for adrenaline junkies, the simulated Black Ops Mission is all action. Taking off from Krugersdorp Airport, your helicopter will take you on a twenty minute low level flight, complete with dives, swoops and climbs in an iconic Alouette 3 helicopter that has been in actual combat zones around the world. In true bush war fashion, you will have the wind in your face during the exhilarating flight with the doors open, before being inserted into the war-zone - the Hot Landing Zone, a paintball field in Krugersdorp Game Reserve for 90 minutes of adrenaline fuelled warfare, when your helicopter will extract you again. Back at the base, you will be awarded t-shirts for your successful mission. This combat mission is the perfect way to bond with family, friends or co-workers.
  • The 30 Minute Quad Bike Ride with Bushveld Champagne Picnic for Two is the perfect way to enjoy a day of adventure with your best friend or love interest. Few things create memories and lasting connections as well as adventure does, and blasting along the bush trails on a quad definitely sets the adrenaline in motion. The 30 Minute Quad Bike Ride with Bushveld Champagne Picnic for Two is the perfect adventure date, or adventure proposal idea. Book your 30 Minute Quad Bike Ride with Bushveld Champagne Picnic for Two now. Need to know -
    • No experienced necessary.
    • Suitable for ages 16 and over.
    • This experience is for two people and forms part of a group.
    • Nominal service fee included.
    • Picnic treats are subject to change without notice. Halaal and Vegetarian Friendly.
    • Available throughout the year.
  • Experience the ultimate high with Cape Town's most exhilarating adventure sport - tandem paragliding. Anybody can fly with a highly experienced pilot who has catered to individuals of all ages and weights ranging from 15kgs - 135 kgs, including individuals with disabilities and fear of heights.  Flights are typically launched from Signal Hill or Lion's Head. Enjoy the amazing landscapes, mountain views and sparkling blue ocean from a bird's eye view as you glide almost horizontally through the air at approximately 40 km/hr.If conditions are ideal, you will be offered the opportunity to fly the paraglider yourself.  If you're brave enough, you can even enjoy completely optional aerobatics before landing.
    • All flights are weather dependent.
    • Participation is entirely at your own risk.
    • No experience necessary.
    • Suitable for adults only.
    • Dress for the weather, wear long jeans/trousers and closed shoes.
    • Available throughout the year, subject to pilot availability.
    • Taking place from Lions Head.
    • This package does not include photos.
  • Your romantic experience begins as you ride out with your sweetheart into a beautiful nature reserve, where wildlife is viewed on the ride. The horseback safari will arrive at a surprise picnic spot after 1 hour. We set up a lovely wooden table with non alcoholic sparkling wine, a snack platter, a box chocolates, plus a bunch of flowers. Enjoy your private picnic for approx 40 mins and then ride back to base. We offer a standard platter for picnics - e.g Biltong, Crackers, Cheeses, Dips, Fruit etc - You are welcome to bring any additional food/beverages with you in a backpack.
    Once you are back at the stables, you can then take a slow drive (10kms) to Château la Mer, an exclusive upmarket, French inspired guesthouse, nestled in the quiet suburb of Ifafi in Hartbeespoort. This guesthouse is family owned and managed. They consistently exceed our service expectations and provide a five star service to our guests.
    Horse ride, picnic and overnight accommodation in a deluxe suite with breakfast included.  Dinner and extra beverages are excluded.  Self Drive Only.
    • Maximum weight limit per rider is 95kgs
  • Tired of the same old dinner and movie date?  Looking for something a little more original?  Spoil your love by dedicating a full day of fun, romance, and adventure to togetherness.  There's no better gift than that of companionship, and this Ultimate Adventure Date for Two is the perfect daytime date activity for any special birthday surprise, proposal or just because.  Start off with an hour-long horseback ride in the tranquil countryside, complete with lovely mountain scenery as you wind along the lovely bush trails. After that, it is time to step up the adventure and energy with a 30-minute quad bike ride on the bushveld trails. Our horses are tame and we have quadbikes to suit your level of experience.  After all the outdoors adventure, you will head inside for a special 1 hour-long spa treatment for two. Sit back and relax as the therapists treat you in the calming atmosphere of the Saddle Creek Spa. Your half-day Ultimate Adventure Date for Two will conclude with a private picnic with delightful treats set up in a secluded spot, complete with a picnic basket and champagne chilling in an ice-bucket. Need to know -
    • Pre-booking is essential.
    • Strictly no consumption of alcohol is permitted before the activities.
    • Available throughout the year subject to availability.
    • No experience necessary.
    • Suitable for adults only.
    • Participation is at your own risk.
  • Bring along your friends, family or colleagues and enjoy an unforgettable race of eight laps on the extra-long outdoor dirt track. Challenge your driving skills as you navigate the corners and speed down the straights - this adventure ticks all the boxes for an unforgettable day out with your clan. Suitable for go-karting pros and novices alike, the track promises a thrilling adventure that will get the adrenaline pumping from the moment you get into your go-kart to the moment you cross the finish line. Need to know -
    • Pre-booking essential.
    • No experience necessary.
    • Participation at your own risk.
    • Suitable for adults only.
    • Picnic treats subject to change without notice.
    • Nominal service fee included.
  • The Adventure Day is a great way to enjoy adventure in the great outdoors. Bring your beau or a friend and enjoy horseback riding, quad biking, go karting and archery. Start with a 30 minute ride on well-trained, calm and obedient horses in the tranquil Bushveld countryside, before mounting your quad ride for an exciting adventure on the quad trails, followed by an unforgettable race of 5 laps on the extra-long outdoor dirt track. Hone those driving skills as you navigate the corners and speed down the straights on the outdoor go-kart tracks. Robin Hood or Green Arrow fans will take extreme joy in the archery section of the adventure. Try your hand at this ancient art form and you may just win a prize if you shoot a star. Need to know -
    • Pre-booking is essential.
    • Strictly no consumption of alcohol is permitted before the activities.
    • Available throughout the year.
    • No experience necessary.
    • Suitable for adults only.
    • Nominal service fee included.
    • Participation is at your own risk.
  • Have your breath taken away in a vintage World War II sidecar. Enjoy a 2 hour vintage sidecar experience in and around the scenic peninsula. Your trip will start at the V&A Waterfront and will take in the best of Cape Town to include Waterfront - Atlantic Seaboard - Camps Bay - Hout Bay – Chapman’s Peak lookout. Returning via Constantia - Rhodes Memorial or via Signal Hill. This is a fabulously fun and adventurous experience for local, national and international tourists. Book your trip and fall in love with Cape Town all over again viewed from the nostalgia of an original vintage sidecar. This activity is for two people and takes place in and around Cape Town, 7 days per week, subject to availability and ideal weather conditions.
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