Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens & Canopy Walk
World-renowned botanical gardens set against the dramatic eastern slopes of Table Mountain. Stroll through indigenous fynbos, walk the Boomslang Treetop Canopy Walkway, and admire ancient cycads.
- Duration
- 1 day
- Group size
- 1–8 guests
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Departs from
- Cape Town, V&A Waterfront, Camps Bay
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Request these datesKey Stops & Sights on This Route
- Landmark & Viewpoint
Table Mountain Aerial Cableway
Tafelberg Road, Table Mountain National Park
Experience panoramic views of Cape Town, Robben Island and the Atlantic Ocean with a 360-degree rotating cable car ride to the flat-topped summit of South Africa's most famous landmark.
- Coastal Nature Reserve
Cape Point & Cape of Good Hope
Cape Point, Southern Peninsula
Explore dramatic 200-metre sea cliffs, fynbos nature trails, and the historic lighthouse at the wild southwestern tip of the African continent inside Table Mountain National Park.
- Wildlife & Coast
Boulders Beach Penguin Colony
Simon's Town, False Bay
Walk along scenic wooden boardwalks in sheltered False Bay coves to observe thousands of wild African penguins nesting and swimming among giant granite boulders.
- Hiking & Viewpoint
Lion's Head
Signal Hill Road, Cape Town
An iconic spiralling peak offering Cape Town's most rewarding hike with unmatched 360-degree views of the City Bowl, Twelve Apostles and Atlantic coastline at sunrise or sunset.
- Botanical Heritage
Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden
Rhodes Drive, Newlands
Discover South Africa's native fynbos and King Proteas and stroll across the curved 'Boomslang' treetop canopy walkway set against the eastern slopes of Table Mountain.
- Culture & Heritage
Bo-Kaap Historic District
Schotsche Kloof, Signal Hill Footslopes
Wander cobblestone streets lined with vibrant pastel-painted 18th-century houses, uncover rich Cape Malay cultural heritage, and sample authentic local spices and samoosas.
The day
Indigenous Flora, Proteas & Boomslang Canopy Walk
Enjoy a scenic drive around the back of Table Mountain to Kirstenbosch, recognized as one of the great botanical gardens of the world. Stroll paved paths surrounded by King Proteas, cycads, and fynbos. Step onto the curved Boomslang (Tree Snake) elevated walkway for panoramic views above the forest canopy.
What is included
Included
- Private vehicle transfer and driver-guide service
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in Cape Town
- Guided walk of the world-famous Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden
- Experience the Boomslang Treetop Canopy Walkway
- Exploration of indigenous Cape Floral Kingdom fynbos and proteas
- Stop at the garden tea room or Moyo restaurant (optional refreshment)
- Bottled water on board
Not included
- Kirstenbosch garden admission ticket (paid at entrance)
- Café refreshments or lunch
- Gratuities
What to pack
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Sun hat and sunglasses
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