1.Cape Town: Marine Life Kayak Tour From the V&A Waterfront

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 640 reviews · 2 hours · from $37Our pick

Kayak Cape Town from the V&A Waterfront for dolphins, seals, penguins, and Table Mountain views in 2 hours.

“We absolutely loved our morning kayak tour. Conditions were perfect, and we were lucky enough to see dolphins and penguins. The highlight was when a couple of dolphins swam right alongside our kayak—an absolutely incredible experience. The guides were all super friendly and welcoming, creating great vibes throughout. Definitely one of the highlights of our trip.”

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2.Cape Town: Guided Kayaking in Hout Bay

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 228 reviews · 2 hours · from $37

Guided 2-hour kayaking in Hout Bay with modern gear, Cape fur seals, and Chapmans Peak history. Small-group tour for $37.

“The best experience ever. Our guide Chad was she best”

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3.Atlantic Outlook Kayak Tour Cape Town

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 194 reviews · from $29Top rated

Paddle Cape Town’s Atlantic coast with Atlantic Outlook, with gear included, expert guides, and chances to spot dolphins, seals, and more.

“AMAZING ✨💖 such a beautiful, raw experience. We are nature and adventure lovers so it was perfect for us.”

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4.Cape Town Kayak Adventure in Table Mountain Marine Reserve

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 151 reviews · from $28

Kayak Table Bay from Three Anchor Bay with Table Mountain views, possible Heaviside’s dolphins, seals, and a pro guide.

“I was there for Christmas, and I had a great time and a lot of fun. It was a perfect morning and a great way to start the day. The view is breathtaking, showing a different view of the city and mountains. The water was clear and blue, though it looked deep, it looked and felt inviting. I highly recommend you do it.”

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5.Plettenberg Bay: Guided Sea Kayak Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 121 reviews · 2 hours · from $24

Guided 2-hour sea kayak tour from Central Beach in Plettenberg Bay, with wildlife sightings and views of Tsitsikamma and Robberg Reserve.

“Great afternoon! Guide was brilliant with people in the group who were a little scared, kayaked alongside a pod of dolphins for a long time- brilliant! Good knowledge and passion for the sea”

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6.Cape Town: Dolphin & Ocean Wildlife Kayaking Adventure ⚓️

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 57 reviews · 2 hours · from $37

Kayak Cape Town’s Atlantic Seaboard for 2 hours, spotting dolphins and penguins, with Table Mountain views and a garden smoothie reset.

“What a phenomenal experience. The guides were far more upbeat and groovy than I have ever experienced around the world! They all had boundless knowledge of the ocean that they call home and too were comprehensive in knowing the inns and outs of Cape Town. Great post tour recommendations on where to hang and lap up more experiences like theirs in different genre's. Thanks Truth Travel for the kayaking trip of a lifetime. Check you in the future!”

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7.Stormsrivier: Green Route Tubing and Paddle-Boarding Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 40 reviews · 3 hours · from $62

Tubing plus SUP and a forest walk in Tsitsikamma, on fresh drinkable water. Guided, easy, and great for a half-day reset.

“Derrin and luciene made this activity totally worth it. It was a great experience paddling and tubing our way through the Stormsrivier.”

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8.Knysna Kayak Hire

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 30 reviews · 1 hour · from $15Best value

Hire a stable kayak for 1 hour on Knysna Lagoon. Self-guided paddle, great views near Thesen Island. $15 per person.

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9.Cape Town: Guided Kayak Tour of Clifton Beaches & The Coast

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 28 reviews · 1h 30m · from $49

Kayak Clifton’s coast loop: Clifton views, Maiden’s Cove rock pools, kelp forests, possible seals, and an underwater mask peek.

“what a brilliant experience. I have been coming to Cape Town and Clifton my whole life, but kayaking through the crystal waters of Clifton bay and seeing the kelp forests below was spectacular! our guides were fantastic too! highly, highly recommend.”

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10.Guided Kayaking in Hout Bay

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 19 reviews · from $25

Guided kayaking in Hout Bay with gear included, Chapman's Peak views, and chances to spot seals and dolphins on a 2-hour paddle.

“We had an amazing time! Chadley was extremely knowledgeable and passionate about the area, wildlife and history. Useful tip is that free lockers are available at the reception and waterproof phone covers can be purchased for R100 at time of writing.”

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11.Paddle with the Penguins

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 19 reviews · from $34

Sea kayak near African penguin habitat in Simon’s Town, Cape Town. Gear and guide included for beginner-friendly paddling.

“Great guide learned a lot about the ocean and the pinquins. Best way to observe them. Also nice sporty event and best way to experience the Beaty of the coastline. !”

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12.Kayak Adventure at Clifton Beach

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 18 reviews · from $28

Beginner-friendly kayak from Clifton 4th to 1st Beach, exploring kelp forests and rock pools with huge Cape Town views in 90 minutes.

“To be honest I was quite petrified 🤣 but the guides really calmed me down saying all will be good. It was a beautiful day with stunning weather conditions and it ended up being such a treat and amazing experience with my kids. I highly recommend Kayak Adventure at Clifton Beach.”

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13.Cape Town Sea Kayaking Adventure launching from V&A Waterfront

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 15 reviews · from $30

Beginner-friendly sea kayaking from V&A Waterfront with Table Mountain, Lion’s Head, Signal Hill views, and possible dolphins.

“It was a great way to spend a drizzly afternoon in Cape Town. The water was beautiful & the weather changed every 5 minutes.”

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14.Kayak to the penguins in Simons Town

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 11 reviews · from $54

Kayak from Long Beach in Simon’s Town for water-level views of penguins at Boulders Beach, plus Windmill Beach and possible seals and dolphins.

“Josh was a great guide. He pointed out sights and gave the history or explanation of. He also pointed out the wildlife, ocean and land. He made sure we saw an abundance of penguins.”

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15.Kosi Bay Mouth Experience – Kayaking, Snorkeling, Fish Trap Tour and Fish braai

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 8 reviews · from $71

Kayak and snorkel Kosi Bay Mouth, tour Thonga fish traps, then enjoy a local fish braai with palm wine taster.

“Our family of 5 had lots of fun during the guided kayak tour and received interesting info on the river, lakes and the traditional fish traps. We enjoyed a wonderful fish braai at noon and afterwards we went for snorkling. Rick and Simon are Read more”

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