Kayak Adventure at Clifton Beach

Overview

Available languages

English

1 hour 30 minutes

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We start and finish at Clifton 4th beach. It is known for its beautiful white sand and huge granite boulders and has been voted as one of the top ten beaches in the world.

With stable, easy to use plastic kayaks that are easy to use for beginners, we are able to explore the shallow rock pools and kelp forests safely. Guests are able to swim with diving masks to enhance their experience even more.

The magnificent views of Lions Head, Table Mountain, the 12 Apostles and the rest of the experience will linger in your memory long after leaving Cape Town. Like a lot of other guests, you will probably book with us again on your next visit to Cape Town.

The weather in Cape Town can change a lot from day to day. We want to take you kayaking on the best day possible. In order for us to do so, please book your trip for the beginning of your time in Cape Town, so that we can reschedule it if needed.

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What To Expect

Upon arrival guests will be welcomed, asked to sign an indemnity form, given a PFD (Portable Floating Device) and offered the use a waterproof cell phone case. After everyone arrived, the guides provide a short introductory talk, safety briefing and paddle instruction before setting of on the adventure. We paddle from Clifton 4th beach across the bay to Clifton 1st beach, admiring the magnificent natural surroundings and beautiful views of Lions Head, Table Mountain and the 12 Apostles. On the way, we learn a little bit about the history of Clifton and the most expensive real estate in Africa. We explore the kelp forests and rock pools towards Maiden's Cove side. For the more adventurous guests we offer diving masks to have a peek below the water and admire the kelp forests, while the less adventurous guests soak up the sun on the kayaks. We head back to Clifton 4th beach where guests get to paddle a bit on their own before returning to the beach. The whole experience lasts approx. 90 min.

What‘s Included

Kayaks, paddles, PFD's (Portable Floating Devices) and Waterproof Cell Phone Cases.

Tips for the guides.

Options

07:00 schedule

09:00 schedule

09:00 Nov - Dec

11:00 schedule

Reviews

5.00

22 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Awesome experience
iancI6055GJ,,Dec 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Thanks for an excellent day out Jordan and Brian! We managed to see dolphins which was special. Very helpful with my four year old son too.
AMAZING! Would do it again
Tebo M,,Dec 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
The beach is beautiful, the guide was super nice and patient with everyone! Funny too. All in all great I’d do it again with this same company!!!
Nature
SimonFraser92,,Dec 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Brian & Jordan gave us a great water and seal experience at Clifton. Safe, attentive, educational and good excercise. Aside the seals, we saw birdlife and beautiful kelp forest. Fun well above the price level.
Great Views of Clifton from the water
martinjinnz,,Nov 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Excellent Kayaking Tour. Jordan was our guide who was superb, nothing was too much trouble for him. As South African who left SA 16 years ago I would Highly recommend this tour as you get to the see the sights of Clifton Beach from the sea.
Family kayaking
Angie G,,Apr 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Great experience for families, even young children! Equipment was great and easy to use. Love that we were provided waterproof cell phone cases to use. The guides were friendly, helpful and professional. It was nice to be on the water and explore the area, although I wish that we were able to view birds and/ or marine wildlife. Overall a great experience. We all had a great time!
Amazing Experience 💚💙🧡
Ansu D,,Dec 20, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00
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.
“Riding the Rapids: My Kayaking Debut”
Modiegi P,,Oct 11, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Talk about a perfect day. The sun came out and the weather is ideal to go kayaking. Then boom amazing tour guide Vincent. Oh n his parents live in my home country, Botswana. I had no idea what to expect when I booked this trip but I am always willing to try things. Vincent is very patient and his instructions were clear but I kept thinking um gonna mess this up. So as we get the kayak into the water um afraid to tell him that I have never done this before and fear bumming out. But he made getting into the kayak so effortless. Then my next fear kicks in. What if we capsize? OMG will I get the paddling right and having to sit in the front I was panicking. The waves come in and off we go. It’s was smooth sailing from there. Going back the next time um in town. You have a customer for life
Exhilarating
NoloyisoLoloM,,Oct 5, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Vincent was an amazing tour guide. We had a great time. I bring my friends here whenever they come to see cape town. It's not as scary as you may think, it's so much fun and actually relaxing. A different way of doing December.
Wonderful experience on the water
Pioneer28803673416,,Apr 14, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Ian was the perfect knowledgeable host. We were blessed with calm clear waters. So much so we saw corals, starfish and plenty fish on our route. Visited the small seal colony just off the beach and plenty of sea birds including cormorants and oystercatchers. Exceptional views towards the mountains and out to sea. I kayak a lot and this was one of my favorite paddles ever. Thank you 🙏
Highly recommend
janetwU3652QB,,Feb 11, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Thoroughly enjoyable; beautiful scenery; guide was experienced and flexible; nice blend of relaxation plus a little challenge