ABOUT US

We want to hand every person travelling through Cape Town the ideal facilities, means and services to experience the rich African culture and environment in the fullest way possible. By listening attentively to the wishes of the traveler, and shaping those wishes into a unique and unforgettable leisure experience, we strive to become the best tour operator in Cape Town, South Africa.

We strive to create a personal and unique holiday experience for travellers visiting South Africa in a fresh, innovative, reliable and green way.

WHAT TO DO IN CAPE TOWN –  DAY TOURS

Cape Town the “Mother City”. It is one of the best family holiday destinations in South Africa. It’s one of South Africa’s  favourite holiday destination for city-slickers who flock to Cape Town in the school holidays. A trip to the vibey city is all about the outdoors; from fun days on stunning beaches to long hikes in the mountains and slow meanders through the countryside. Cape Town is the jewel of the Western Cape and a part of South Africa that is often left off the itinerary of overseas tourists. It’s a city that never sleeps and there is an adventure around every corner.

The people of Cape Town are an eclectic mix of Europeans, Africans and Indians; all imparting a strong influence on the cultural tapestry of the vibrant city. From shaggy-haired surfers in board shorts and elegantly attired Indian women in dazzling saris to fresh-faced English scholars in private school blazers to the energetic Zulu dancers who pound the dusty floors of their tribal villages to the resounding beat of traditional drums.

Join Guia de Portugues on a journey through the magnificent province of Western Cape and the fascinating city of Cape Town; a dynamic collection of cultures and races that beats to the rhythm of its own drum. We’ve come up with our list of favourite places to see and things to do in Cape Town; but we’ve just scratched the surface of this incredible tourist destination in South Africa. Add Cape Town to your list of places to visit in South Africa and discover why CNN called it the “coolest city in South Africa”.

Guia de Portugues is a leading tour operator in South Africa taking overseas tourists to Western Cape’s most popular tourist destinations. Cape Town is one of our favourite tourist destinations because the vibrant city has so much to offer. Join Guia de Portugues for a tour of Cape Town and discover South Africa’s “coolest city”.

Cape town is on the west coast of South Africa, situated on a length of stunning coastline. It is often overshadowed by Johannesburg and Durban when it comes to overseas tourists, but it is the hottest spot for local holidaymakers who descend on Cape Town in their thousands to enjoy South Africa’s “Mother City”.

Cape Town is the largest metropolis city in South Africa. It is famous for being the business port in South Africa, and has some of the best beaches on the coast of Africa. Cape Town is Known for its Mediterranean weather all year round, even winter in the city is a pleasure. The region is lush and fertile thanks to its subtropical climate.

 

10 REASONS TO VISIT CAPE TOWN

• Table mountain – Most definitely the defining beacon of Cape Town’s cityscape, Table Mountain is in fact one of the most instantly recognizable landmarks in the world. Yes, we may be a little bias, but seeing that this goliath monolith was voted one of the New 7 Wonders of Nature in 2011, and has attracted more than 25 million visitors since it opened as a tourist attraction in 1929 – the numbers don’t lie. Plateauing at over 1 000 meters above sea level, the 360-degree views of the city, Table Bay, and the rest of the Table Mountain National Park are definitely a sight to behold.

 

• The Scenery – When it comes to magnificent scenery – Cape Town and the surrounding province of the Western Cape never fails to deliver. With such a varying landscape – found in very few other places across the globe – Cape Town offers forests, beaches, gardens, mountains, oceans, grasslands, nature reserves, Winelands, as well as one of the most unique floral biomes in the world – fynbos. Speaking of fynbos, don’t forget to check out the Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens along our Mini Peninsula Tour. It has been voted the most beautiful garden in Africa after all.

 

• Cape Point – Located in the incredible Cape Point Nature Reserve, Cape Point is the most southwestern point of the continent, as well as the longest peninsula in South Africa. Also considered a Natural World Heritage Site, here you will find more dramatic scenery as endless ocean views. Not just pretty to see, but at Cape Point, you can also visit the old lighthouse, board the Flying Dutchman Funicular, walk the shipwreck trail, dine at the Two Oceans Restaurant, braai, picnic, or explore the deserted beaches and glorious tidal pools.

 

• The Beaches – If it’s world-class beaches you’re looking for, Cape Town hosts a huge selection of beaches to explore from Camps Bay near the city Centre to Diaz Beach way down the peninsula. You could spend a week in Cape Town and not manage to fully explore all of its beaches. Perhaps Cape Town’s most unique beach, you’ll find Boulders’ Beach along our Cape Point tour, which is home to our favorite waddling friends – the endangered African penguins.

 

• The Weather – To explore all this natural beauty, the climate in Cape Town is that of a year-round, mild Mediterranean one – gracing us with long summer days to explore all that the city has to offer. The resulting late sunsets with consistent temperatures in the mid-twenties mean that you can explore all-day-long in a Mother’s City summer

 

• Its History – The history of South Africa, the Cape, and Cape Town city itself is a long, important and somber one. From the Khoi-San who lived across the southern reaches of the continent for hundreds of years, to the colonization and resulting slave trade that introduced Indian, Indonesian and the Middle Eastern populations to the area, and of course South Africa’s apartheid history which can never be overlooked. Of all of this dark yet moving history, Cape Town is perhaps most famously known for being home to the inspirational South African president and national treasure, Nelson Mandela.

 

• The Bo-Kaap – The Bo-Kaap is a colorful hub of history, culture, music and flavor. Established as a township during the colonization of the Cape, slaves were brought to Cape Town from across Africa, India, Indonesia and the Middle East, creating a new combination of culture. Known for its brightly colored houses, Bo-Kaap lies on the slopes of Signal Hill, just above the city center at is the epicenter of Cape Malay culture. This created the unique flavor of Cape Malay cooking, as well as the tradition of the annual Cape Town Minstrel Carnival.

 

• The Wine – South African wine is viewed among the best (and most affordable) in the world, with the most famous region probably being Constantia Winelands in the Cape which dates back over 300 years. In Cape Town – you can explore wine routes, wine festivals, wine estates and wine tasting at some of the nation’s most prestigious estates. And better yet, explore them with City Sightseeing and our various wine tours.

 

• The Food – Cape Town is no doubt the undisputed culinary capital of South Africa. It is home to some of the country’s best and most inventive chefs and has proven itself by winning the Condé Nast’s Readers’ Choice Awards as the best food city in the world a couple of years ago. From Middle Eastern to African, Italian to Chinese, Indian or Mexican, Cape Town offers you an extensive option of light meals, full meals, tapas, takeaways, food delivery, breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

 

• The Adventure – Being home to iconic mountain ranges, stunning natural wonders, thrilling landscapes and ocean vistas, Cape Town offers no shortage of adventures. Known as the adventure capital of South Africa, the lifestyle of locals and visitors alike centers around the outdoors and an active lifestyle. Find something for every member of the family like hiking, diving, cruising or climbing, to paragliding, abseiling, kloofing or shark-cage diving for the adrenaline junkies out there. With so much on offer, the city of Cape Town has endless attractions for people from all over the world, making it well worth a visit for the authentic Cape Town experience.