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The Cape Town Essentials Food Tour 20% OFF

Location Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
$115.48
$144.35
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.

Overview

The Cape Town Essentials Food Tour offers a captivating journey through the city's rich culinary history, from the 1600s to today. This immersive experience reveals how cultural exchange and global trade have shaped Cape Town’s distinctive flavours and traditions.

  • 🌈 Stroll through the vibrant streets of Bo-Kaap, where each building tells a unique story of Cape Malay culture and history.
  • 🍽️ Indulge in local favourites such as golden koeksisters, Cape Malay bobotie, and hearty classics like bunny chow, pap, and chakalaka.
  • 🍵 Sip on rooibos tea and enjoy a selection of locally crafted beverages, both alcoholic and non-alcoholic, throughout the tour.
  • 👨‍🍳 Led by a passionate local foodie expert, uncover hidden gems and meet local vendors who share the stories behind each dish.
  • 🏙️ Explore Bree Street, home to Cape Town's concentrated restaurant scene, and enjoy delicious South African classics in a beautiful courtyard.
  • 🏖️ Visit De Waterkant, a chic enclave filled with fashion boutiques, art galleries, and global eateries, while learning about its appeal.
  • 🍻 End the tour at one of Cape Town's oldest sports bars, where you can eat like a local and soak in the vibrant atmosphere.
  • 🚌 Transportation to and from the tour is included, along with a local professional guide who provides historical insights of the area.
  • 🥂 Over 10 South African food and drink tastings are included, with alternative beverages for non-alcohol consumers.
  • 🚶‍♂️ A moderate amount of walking is involved, approximately 2 km, so comfortable shoes are recommended for this outdoor adventure.

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The Cape Town Essentials Food Tour
Walking Food Tour
Duration: 4 hours
4 food stops & 4 drink stops.
Walking Food Tour
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 4 hours

  • 10+ South African food and drink tastings included — all beverages, wine and alcohol covered
  • Alternative beverages provided for those who do not consume alcohol including coffee and tea
  • Local professional guide with history insights of the area
  • Transportation to/from tour.
  • Gratuities

Meeting point
Our tour meets at Bo Kaap Deli. It is situated on the corner of Rose and Church Street. Our group will be ready to go promptly at 12:00pm, so please do let us know if you happen to be running a couple of minutes late.
Return details
Please note that 2pm MONDAY tours will end at the hidden Gin Bar at 6pm. We do recommend making use of Uber or Hotel provided services. We do not finish the tour were we start from. 
The 12pm and 1pm tour bookable between Tuesdays and Saturdays ends in the popular Fireman's Arms in the De Waterkant area at 4pm. We do recommend making use of Uber or Hotel provided services. We do not finish the tour were we start from. Please note that Monday tours end at a different location.

  • Bo-Kaap
    Our tour begins in the Bo Kappa where Cape Malay culture is in full display. We will taste and explore this fascinating neighbourhood as we learn about it's culture and history.
  • Cape Town
    Next we wander towards Bree street in the city centre, where Cape Town's most concentrated restaurant scene can be found, including the beautiful Heritage Square where we will indulge in some delicious South African classics under the vines in one of Cape Town's most beautiful courtyards.
  • De Waterkant
    Next up, De Waterkant (the waterfront in Afrikaans). A chic enclave centered around the Cape Quarter Lifestyle Village packed with fashion boutiques, commercial art galleries and global eateries. Leafy streets nearby are lined with brightly coloured cottages housing craft coffee bars, stylish gift shops and guesthouses. We will wander the beautiful streets and learn about why this area of one of the most sought after in Cape Town, but also one with the highest concentrations of global restaurants to savour.
  • Foreshore
    Our tour ends at one of Cape Town's oldest sports bars where true South African patriotism is on full display. Here we will eat like a local while soaking in the atmosphere of one of Cape Town's busiest watering holes. Please note that on Mondays, our tours end in the city centre, a few hundred meters from our usual location.

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • When booking, please note any dietary restrictions or allergies, as our guides arrange the food in advance to ensure you don't miss out on any dishes. We can accommodate vegetarian and gluten friendly diets, as well as restrictions for seafood, shellfish, and pork. However, please be aware that we cannot guarantee that any tasting will be 100% free of allergens.
  • Dress code is comfortable, including comfortable walking shoes. Weather changes fast in Cape Town so please come prepared as we will be outside.
  • Tours run rain or shine; however, in cases of extreme weather, your guide will reach out to inform you of any changes or cancellations.
  • A moderate amount of walking is involved, approximately 1.7 Km.
  • Unfortunately the tour route includes stairs, and is therefore not wheelchair or stroller accessible.
  • Cape Town has paid street parking available. We do recommend making use of Uber or Hotel provided services. We do not finish the tour where we start from.
  • Children under the age of 15 must be accompanied by an adult and any kids over the age of 2 require a regular ticket to attend.
  • Guests under 18 years old will be served alternate drinks where alcohol would have otherwise been offered.
  • Tickets are non-refundable, they are however exchangeable/transferable with a minimum of 24 hours notice prior to tour commencing. Within 24 hours, tickets are 100% non refundable and non-exchangeable for any reason.
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
  • This experience requires good weather.
    If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers.
    If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met,
    you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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    The Cape Town Essentials Food Tour 20% OFF

    Location Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
    $115.48
    $144.35
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
    02 We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!

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