ACTIVE AFRICA : Outdoor & Adventure Reservations
Sky Diving
Sky Diving in Cape Town
Take the leap of faith� jump, free fall, float gently to the ground. If you have the time, get licensed to DIY.
Tandem jumps
Jump from 9000 ft and free fall for 30 seconds before your 'chute opens.
R1200.00
Courses
Static line and accelerated free fall courses available
Fun jumps
Bring your licence and the sky's the limit. Book your jump online �
Shark Diving
The Ultimate Seafari!
The world-renowned team that brought you the flying great white sharks of False Bay, now offer you the chance of a lifetime! Free dive with the ultimate pelagic predators, blue and mako sharks. Join Chris and Rob on a full day excursion, 40 miles off the Cape of Good Hope, where you have the opportunity of seeing pelagic birds, whales, dolphins, schools of long fin and yellow fin tuna and of course, the ultimate predator. USD 160
If it's the whole package you're seeking, try a 12- or 20-day expedition package and you'll have the privilege of seeing the flying great white sharks and free diving with mako and blue sharks. Complete the experience with a safari to the Kgalakgadi Transfrontier Park, on the border with Botswana or the Etosha Pan in Namibia. This is the ideal trip for wildlife enthusiasts and photographers. Prices on request. Man, I have to know more�
Adventure Sailing
Sailing
THE OCEAN RACING EXPERIENCE
Experience the feeling of sailing a high performance sportsboat!!
For sailors � experience the thrill of sailing one of the fastest yachts in Southern Africa.
For non sailors � discover the sensation of sailing along the beautiful Cape coastline � soaking up the sun, fresh sea breeze and the ambience of the unique flora and fauna. |
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Sail for a half a day � a day � or more, alongside a professional skipper and crew. Enjoy as much hands-on sailing as you wish, or if you prefer, simply relax and enjoy the voyage. |
All necessary sailing clothing, snacks and refreshments, (lunch on-board � when sailing for the day) are provided � plus drinks back at the marina to celebrate your adventure!
Half day R1 950 Full day R3 500 Sunset blast R 850
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Hobiecat® Thrill
The latest and greatest trip for the thrill seeker!!
Feel the raw power of the wind as you trapeze across the water on a Hobie 16 or Hobie 18. Enjoy a one-hour thrill ride with an experienced skipper or take a couple of days to DIY!! Absolutely no experience necessary. The ability to move across a trampoline is all that is required. R 250 / hour |
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Courses available on request
Fighter Jet Flights
Cape Town is home to the largest civilian owned ex combat jet collection in the world, and is a first for visitors, who are now are able to view and fly, the world famous operational fighter jet squadron.
English Electric Lightning
Powered by two Rolls Royce Avon 302 turbojets, this is the world's only twin-engined two-seater (side-by-side) supersonic interceptor. The cr�me-de-la-cr�me of fighter jets, the Lightning still holds a number of world climb-to-altitude records and is known for its vertical climb performance, capable of a speed of Mach 2.2 (1500mph), and an initial climb rate of 50,000 ft/min. |
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Your training includes a full morning's briefing, survival training, ejection seat training, oxygen management, as well as the kit and all your equipment.
Bae Buccaneer
The British Aerospace Buccaneers are only flown from Cape Town. This tandem two-seater aggressor is designed for low-level, high-speed attack. Powered by two Rolls Royce Spey non-afterburning bypass turbofans, these awesome machines perform just below the speed of sound at zero altitude. |
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Your training includes a full morning's briefing, survival training, ejection seat training, oxygen management, as well as the kit and all your equipment.
Hawker Hunter
The Hawker Hunter was originally designed as a superior air fighter which, due to it's versatility, was easily adapted for air to ground attack and reconnaissance flights. It is an exceptionally agile two-seater air combat trainer. |
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Here in Cape Town, we have 2 two-seater Hunters that can be used for training, aerobatics, low flying and general flying. Powered by the Avon 122 series turbojet, this immaculate aircraft allows you to experience high 'g' adrenalin performance, like you have never felt before.
Your training includes a full morning's briefing, survival training, ejection seat training, oxygen management, as well as the kit and all your equipment.
I want to know more!
Other Cape Adventures
[prices valid for 2003 season]
Cape Town has something to offer every visitor looking for an active alternative � from the wild adrenalin rush to the earthy eco-experience.
On the Ground
ROCK CLIMBING Courses available. |
prices on request |
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ABSEIL TABLE MOUNTAIN 112m of exposure. Can be combined with a walk up to the site. |
R 250 |
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KLOOFING/CANYONEERING Biking/walking, abseiling and jumping on an exciting full day trip. |
from R 450 |
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HORSE RIDES Day or sunset rides on the beach or morning rides through the winelands. |
from R 100/hour |
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BIKING |
Cape Point Constantia winelands Stellenbosch winelands Table Mountain Whale route Table Mountain downhill MTB |
from R 350 R 345 R 310 from R 350 R 345 R 350 |
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QUAD BIKING Get down and dirty. |
from R 160/hour |
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4X4 TRAILS Combine it with quad bikes or do it alone. |
prices on request |
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SANDBOARDING Spend a full day skimming the dunes. Tuition, equipment and expert guide provided. |
R 500 |
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In the Air |
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MICROLIGHT |
Feel the wind in your hair as you explore Table Bay or the Langeberg mountains from the clouds. |
Cape Town from R 600 Inland from R 250 |
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TANDEM PARAGLIDE Take the toggles if you dare. If the wind is right, soar for up to 30 mins. |
R 750 |
COURSES If you have the time, get yourself licensed to DIY. |
Prices on request |
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In the Water |
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SURFING Enjoy a day in the waves, perhaps even catch one�equipment and specialist tuition provided. |
R 500/day |
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SEA KAYAKING Sunset off 3-Anchor Bay, Penguin parlez at Boulders, seal sojourn from Hout Bay. |
from R 150 / 2hrs |
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GAME FISHING Half day snoek fishing or full day tuna fishing. |
prices on request |
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JETSKI ECO-TOUR See a seal colony and a wrecked ship from your wet-bike. Ride solo or tandem. |
R 495 |
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WINDSURFING |
rental from US$51/day |
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KITESURFING Minimum 6 hours tuition, includes gear and instructor. |
R 900/day |
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WATERSKIING Also, wakeboarding and barefoot. |
from US$ 60/day |
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FLY FISHING |
prices on request |
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