10 South Africa Sailing Trips Worth Booking

1.Scenic 1-Hour Coastal Catamaran Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 777 reviews · 1 hour · from $25Our pick

Sail from Quay 5 at the V&A Waterfront toward Green Point Lighthouse on a one-hour power catamaran cruise. You can expect open views of Table Mountain, the Atlantic coast, and possible sightings of seals, dolphins, penguins, or whales, with an English-speaking crew and cash bar onboard.

“The boat was soo amazing it was not over crowded and the drivers were so friendly 👌it was only me and my friend in the cruise such a lovely experience 😍”

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2.Sunset Catamaran Cruise on Table Bay with Bubbles

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 591 reviews · 1h 30m · from $40

Join Wild Horizons at the V&A Waterfront for a 90-minute catamaran cruise past Milnerton Lighthouse and Granger Bay. You will see Table Mountain from the water, enjoy two glasses of sparkling wine, listen to music, and return as the Waterfront lights up.

“A great tour with friendly and funny crew. We also got to see sea lions and penguins which was a bonus. Sailing back to the V&A waterfront when it is all lit up is an impressive sight. I would recommend the trip”

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3.1 Hour Coastal Catamaran Cruise from Cape Town

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 258 reviews · from $21

Set out from Cape Town’s V&A Waterfront on a one-hour catamaran ride to Green Point lighthouse and back. The crew handles the sailing while you take in Table Mountain, the stadium, the city, and possible sightings of dolphins, seals, penguins, or whales. Morning and afternoon departures are available.

“Its bad we are late because of trafic they didn’t give me ride and even not give back money do my advice that don’t book next time from here just go straight on location booked same time”

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4.Sailing Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 190 reviews · 1 hour · from $25

Spend an hour on Table Bay aboard Serenity One when conditions allow, learning sailing basics from an English-speaking crew. The route changes with the wind, heading toward Milnerton Lighthouse or Robben Island. If the sea turns rough, you may cruise the harbor instead.

“The cruise staff is super friendly. The music on the boat is relaxing and very hip. The ride is an experience on it's own. Its very very nice.”

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5.Knysna Sunset Sailing Cruise with Light Dinner and Wine

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 96 reviews · 2h 30m · from $124Top rated

Set sail from Drydock Food Co aboard the 50-foot Outeniqua with an experienced crew, two glasses of Cap Classique, and a light platter of cheese, fruit, and savory snacks. You may cruise through the Knysna Heads and into the Indian Ocean if weather allows.

“It was a perfect day and we had a wonderful experience.Totally got over my fear of the sea. Wonderful experienced crew”

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6.Catamaran Champagne Sunset Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 42 reviews · from $37

Set out from the V&A Waterfront aboard A Beautiful Life, a modern catamaran bound for Clifton Beach and the Atlantic seaboard. You’ll enjoy a glass of sparkling wine, music, open ocean views, and a relaxed return beneath Table Mountain. Bring a warm layer for the windy ride home.

“Perfekte 90 Minuten. Leute waren cool. Crew war super aufmerksam. Locker und lustig.”

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7.Table Bay Cruise by Catamaran

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 32 reviews · 1 hour · from $19Best value

Join Wild Horizons Waterfront Adventures for a one-hour sail aboard the 39-foot Escape Cat. Sit on the foredeck trampolines, chat with the captain under cover, and watch for seals, penguins, dolphins, jellyfish, and other sea-life while Table Mountain frames Cape Town behind you.

“I had a bunch of fun, there was just a issue with the times and the booking but star camera people”

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8.1 Hour Table Bay Sailing Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 21 reviews · 1 hour · from $21

Set sail from Quay 5 at Cape Town’s V&A Waterfront aboard the 45-seat Spirit of Victoria. You’ll cross Table Bay toward Milnerton lighthouse, enjoy Table Mountain and city views, and return via Granger Bay. English-speaking crew and a licensed cash bar are available.

“Even though it was my friend and I they still took us on a tour. It was amazing”

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9.Luxury Catamaran Marine Adventure Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 16 reviews · 2 hours · from $84

Set out from Thesen Island on a two-hour luxury catamaran cruise through the Knysna Lagoon and, weather permitting, the famous Knysna Heads. You’ll sip bubbly, enjoy light snacks, and watch for dolphins, seals, and other marine life with an English or Afrikaans-speaking host.

“Excellent cruise and fabulous crew which made for an exceptional and memorable experience.”

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10.2.5-Hour Day Sail & Lunch Charter

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 9 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $143

Join Captain Nick and the crew aboard the 50-foot Outeniqua for a 2.5-hour sail from Knysna Waterfront. You’ll cross the estuary, pass the Knysna Heads, and head toward the Indian Ocean when conditions allow, with a light cheese, fruit, and savory platter served on deck.

“It was a great experience and we had a super great time! The captain and his crew were just so extremely attentive and lovely! We look forward to doing this trip again! Many thanks”

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