Do you feel that the youth in your care (or your inner young person!) spends too much time on screens and indoors for their own good? Do you find that there’s not enough things to do other than going to restaurants, visiting each other, or watch movies? Well, you’re in luck, because the Bucket List Genie has hunted near and far to find some of the most exciting things to do in South Africa. Best of all, most of them can be reached within an hour’s drive.
Now there’s no excuse to sit around and every reason to get outside and soak up the sunshine. If you love adventure and feeling the wind in your hair, book a jet boat ride or a speed boat ride. Adrenaline junkies also love ticking bungee jumping and ziplining off their bucket lists. If you’re in Durban, don’t miss out on the bridge swing at Moses Mabhida Stadium! If you’re in Cape Town, book a Table Mountain abseil experience!
The family will all love getting outside, where they can enjoy scootours down one of the mountains, or Segway rides, horseback riding, quad biking, or another animal encounter, which is offered by several vendors on this page.  If you have a teenager who has just learned to drive, you can bet your bottom dollar he or she will try to show off at some point. No matter how well you prepare them, there may be situations you may not envisage. So veer on the edge of caution while adding an opportunity for adventure.
Book an advanced driving course to teach them how to drive defensively in a variety of road and weather conditions and rest assured that you’ve done everything to prepare them for the adult world. With these exciting youth adventure experiences, you should never be at a loss for things to do during school holidays or on weekends.
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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 & Gauteng | Weather Dependent | 100kgs Weight Limit | Participation Is At Your Own Risk -
This re-energising stone therapy massage creates a cleansing, harmonising and soothing effect on the body. Using lava stones creates an experience of wholeness and inner serenity. 60 min Hot Stone Massage The Camelot Spa Group is celebrated throughout South Africa for rejuvenating tired bodies and relaxing weary minds. Discover a renewed sense of health and wellness at Camelot Spa’s serene sanctuaries countrywide. Available throughout the year in CPT, PE, JHB and KZN -
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.
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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 -
Golf is a precision club-and-ball sport, in which competing players (golfers), using many types of clubs, attempt to hit balls into each hole on a golf course while employing the fewest number of strokes. Golf is one of the few ball games that does not require a standardized playing area. Instead, the game is played on golf "courses", each of which features a unique design, although courses typically consist of either nine or 18 holes.  Golf is defined, in the rules of golf, as "playing a ball with a club from the teeing ground into the hole by a stroke or successive strokes in accordance with the Rules."  Golf competition is generally played for the lowest number of strokes by an individual, known simply as stroke play, or the lowest score on the most individual holes during a complete round by an individual or team, known as match play.  This experience includes a lesson pack to include 4 lessons @ 30 mins each. This activity is for one adult and takes place JHB or CPT, 7 days per week, subject to availability and ideal weather conditions. -
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 -
Treat yourself or someone else to a spectacular helicopter flip. South Africa is spoilt with some of the most spectacular scenery and coastlines. Capture an aerial view of our stunning cities, picturesque mountain ranges and unspoilt beaches. Enjoy the city skyline or gasp in awe at the basking whales, dolphins and lurking sharks below.  Book a flight with one of our helicopters from the Cape Town V&A Waterfront over the beaches of Clifton and Camps Bay to our breathtaking Table Mountain bringing you home over the Cape Town city bowl and finally back to the V&A Waterfront. This is a Cape Town helicopter flight that will allow you to see our beautiful city from the air, as well as the ever popular beach hotspots. Please note: Scenic flights are subject to a minimum of 2 clients sharing. All flights are weather dependent. Flights are 12/15 minutes. -
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. -
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 -
Compare how a vehicle behaves with and without the assistance of safety systems offered by BMW including Dynamic Stability Control and ABS. Learn the basic requirements for optimal vehicle control by adopting the correct seating position and steering technique. Learn to handle critical situations through emergency braking applications and targeted braking together with lightning-fast evasive action when confronted by an obstacle, to avoid an impending collision safely. An Advanced High Performance course is also available as a full day program and comprises of the High Performance and Collision Avoidance & Skid Control Courses. Location | Zwartkops Raceway, PTA Availability | Courses take place regularly. Who | All drivers need to have a clean driver's licence. Numbers | This experience is for one person and forms part of a group. Weather | Courses take place regardless of the weather. What to take | Dress sensibly, wear flat/closed shoes. Duration | Allow half a day for this course. Additional Information | This experience includes an e-voucher and a service fee. ***NEXT AVAILLABLE DATES*** - 9 April 2021 and 23 April 2021 Please mention to the operator, that you are redeeming a Celestial Gifts Voucher at time of booking and attach the voucher to your booking request. -
Look no further for the ultimate thrill of your life - Tandem Skydiving is the way to go if you want the ultimate joy ride and if you are a complete novice! If you are thinking of taking up skydiving as a new hobby then this is an ideal and "out there" taster of what to expect. Experience the thrill of free-fall. On a tandem jump, you are strapped to a Tandem Instructor with a special harness that`s attached to a specially designed parachute large enough to support both of you. Jumps take place from the Carletonville, JHB on a Saturday, subject to availability and ideal weather conditions. DVD, handycam and photos excluded. Â -
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. -
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 & Gauteng | Weather Dependent | 100kgs Weight Limit | Participation Is At Your Own Risk -
Our Gourmet Romantic Picnic is set in a tranquil spot next to the river on a double mattress with pillows and throws under a Caribbean umbrellas. Watch abundant bird life while you enjoy our delicious cuisine and enjoy the beautiful river view. This picnic is suitable for light rain only! Should it rain we relocate you to the pool deck on couches set apart from other guests overlooking the river. This package includes our picnic menu a welcome drink and complimentary bubbly or wine. We are flexible with our menus and accommodate people with food allergies offering tasty alternatives. Picnics are from 11h30 to 16h00 or from 16h30 to 21h00. -
Get in touch with nature in the scenic surroundings of the Walter Sisulu Botanical Gardens, while a photographer captures lasting memories with your family in this 60 minute Botanical Garden Family Photo Shoot experience for up to 10 people. Book today, as space is limited. The hour-long photo shoot includes a maximum of 8-10 family members. After the shoot, all your images will be supplied on a DVD, and the expert photographer will choose 30 images to be edited and delivered to you digitally. You may also purchase optional prints and canvasses containing your images. Entrance to the Gardens is payable by the client and not included in this package. Photographer will choose 30 images to be edited but provide all images on DVD.  Optional prints & canvasses available on order at additional cost. -
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 ~Â- 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
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This classic Thalgo facial is tailored to meet the specific needs of all skin types. Two treatment options (i.e. Thalgo Source Marine hydrating or Cold Cream Marine comforting). 60 min Thalgo Spa Skin Facial This activity is for one person and is available in CPT | JHB | PE & DBN, 6 days per week, subject to availability. -
Learn the theory of operating dynamics with information from the world of motorsport. After completing a few laps under the guidance of an instructor, participants explore the optimum line around the bends on their own. The Kyalami Racetrack is the ideal location for participants to practice techniques for perfecting a wide range of driving maneuvers, with the aim of attaining a tidy, reproducible driving style along the ideal line. Location: Kyalami Racetrack | Availability: Courses take place regularly.| Who: All drivers need to have a clean driving license. | Numbers: This experience is for one person and forms part of a group. | Weather: Courses take place regardless of the weather. | Duration: Allow a full day for this course. Please mention to the operator, that you are redeeming a Celestial Gifts Voucher at time of booking and attach the voucher to your booking request. -
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 & Gauteng | Weather Dependent | 100kgs Weight Limit | Participation Is At Your Own Risk -
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.
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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
