Curated Adventures in South Africa

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Which Experience Suits You?

Culture

Experience South Africa’s rich heritage first-hand. Meet locals, taste traditional food, and learn real stories.

Adventure

City cycles, mountain bike trails, and epic multi-day rides through the Cape Peninsula, Garden Route and beyond.

Nature

Hike the iconic Table Mountain, explore the Cape Floral Kingdom, and discover unmatched biodiversity.

Let our guests do the talking

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 Verified Fun way to see Cape Point.
We had a beautiful day with Bradley at Cape Point. Awol provided excellent equipment (shuttle car and bikes). Bradley customized the tour based on our interests and abilities, maximizing what we wanted to see and do. Great experience,
  
 
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   FiveCanadians 
 
 
 
 Verified Entertaining and informative
Awol were very prompt and professional from initial inquiry to proposal to billing and meeting and pickup. Guide Lucas was entertaining and informative throughout. I highly recommend Awol tours.
  
 
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   Rene C 
 
 
 
 Verified Great exploring of Cape town on bicycle
We pre-booked already in Holland a tour of capetown on the bike as we had done similar tours in varies cities (albeit with different operators) such as Berlin and Bangkok.. It gives us great pleasure to learn about a city whilst being on the bike. The day before the tour I got a whatsapp message with all the relevant information of where to be, at what time, what to wear and who would be our guide. Our guide was Derrick a very pleasant chap with soo much knowledge of the history of cape town. We really enjoyed the tour as well as having Derrick as our guide. I can only recommend taking a tour with these guys.
  
 
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   renee d 
 
 
 
 Verified Top fiets tour
Waanzinnige fietstour. Duidelijke communicatie over waar je moet zijn en hoe laat. Een bidon met water en een heerlijke snack zijn inbegrepen. Fiets op maat en met helm. Onze gids Gareth was top, veel verteld met leuke humor! Voor iedereen toegankelijk.
  
 
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   Jayson B 
 
 
 
 Verified A really fun day
We had an amazing day down on the Cape with Andy. Stopped on the way down to see penguins and dassies who were both super cute. Got to Cape Point well ahead of all the big buses which reduced wait times significantly. Saw baboons, ostrich, eland and a tortoise on your riding in the park which a nice mix of quiet roads and some dirt tracks. Was so much fun cycling through this beautiful scenery. Lunch in Scarbough was yummy - can recommend Whole Earth Cafe - the burger was sensational and my wife couldn’t finish the Whole Bowl (she had no dinner given how big it was). Great shakes and coffee as well. Beautiful views as we continued up the coast and over Chapman’s Peak and around Hout Bay. Andy provides great info through the tour and always able to answer our questions. It’s a little pricey as as a Tour but when you take all the entrance fees and bike use into account, it’s fair for a full day/8 hour private tour.
  
 
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   Jayson B 
 
 
 
 Verified Great city intro tour
We love doing city bike tours as they are a great intro to the city, really help you the “lay of the land” and highlights things to go back to later and this tour was great for that. Lucas was highly knowledgeable and gave us great info on Cape Town’s history as we cycled around. Some real hidden gems on this tour - loved the Common Gardens and the break stop in Bo- kaap. The Cape Malay Koeksisters were amazing. Cycling the streets can be a little hairy as Cape Town is still setting itself up with good cycling infrastructure. Watch pedestrians - they don’t stop.
  
 
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   charlotte n 
 
 
 
 Verified Peter een top gids!
We hebben vandaag met de Nederlandse gids Peter een top tocht gehad. Veel interessante verhalen. Peter wist de boodschap over te brengen aan onze zoons van 12 en 15. Hele leuke stop met lekkers. Echt een ervaring. Het was veilig, leuk en interessant.
  
 
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   Susan M 
 
 
 
 Verified AWOL/Bradley and the whole experience was fantastic!!
AWOL was fantastic. The booking experience was so smooth. Everything went exactly as scheduled and BRADLEY, the tour guide, was outstanding in every way. His knowledge of the area and cape town/south africa provided such amazing conversation. The lunch place was excellent as well!!! Highly recommend the whole day trip with them!! Best Susan
  
 
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   Alexis M 
 
 
 
 Verified You don’t have to be young and fit for AWOL Tours to create a holiday of a lifetime
We are an older couple and I have limited mobility. AWOL Tours were recommended to us and they have not disappointed. Despite our limitations they were able to create a bespoke itinerary for us that met our needs and matched our abilities. We have thoroughly enjoyed our South African holiday and the credit, in large part, goes to Wendy and the team at AWOL. They listened well and worked hard to ensure we were able to do all they can things we wanted in ways that worked for us. Highly recommend.
  
 
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   John H 
 
 
 
 Verified Perfect introduction to Table Mountain!
We booked AWOL tours for a hike of Table Mountain with our guide Carmen, who was such a great part of our experience! She was a wealth of knowledge, not only about the mountain, but also about Cape Town and its history. It was so great learning so much from her while on our hike. We ended up doing the India Venster loop which required some scrambling and beginner rock climbing. She expertly guided us through the more difficult portions and showed us exactly where to go to get up there safely. We kept saying afterwards well glad we were so glad she was with us on the hike. I would highly recommend this tour group!

Established 2002

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Award-winning guided tours designed to immerse you in adventure, nature, culture, and local life.
Our tours have guaranteed departures, no minimum group size, and are perfect for solo travellers.

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Frequently asked questions

Do you cater to older travellers or those with limited mobility?

Yes. We specialise in creating a bespoke itinerary that meets your exact needs and matches your abilities. Our team listens carefully to ensure you travel at a very comfortable pace, making you feel safe and secure at all times.

What equipment is included when I arrive for a cycling tour?

We pride ourselves on frictionless logistics. You will be briefed and sized for your bikes, with premium safety helmets and a full water bottle included.

Are your city cycling tours strenuous?

This tour is designed for leisure and we maintain a very comfortable pace, and even feature a short stop in Bo-Kaap for a drink and a taste of local snacks. However, we do cycle in light traffic on cycling lanes and it covers a total distance of 15km in 3 hours.

Will we just see the standard tourist spots?

No. A core benefit of booking with AWOL is that we take you into places that you wouldn’t have been to otherwise. You will experience fascinating insights, observations, and history at every stop that just wouldn’t have been possible on a guided walking tour or self-guided trip.

I want to hike Table Mountain but I am afraid of heights. Will the guide support me?

Absolutely. Our guides prioritise your emotional and physical safety. Guests often mention how our guides helped calm their nerves when they felt anxious, carried their bags when needed, and provided constant reassurance to ensure a safe and secure summit experience.

Do you offer advanced adventure routes for experienced hikers?

For those seeking adventure, our certified guides can take you on advanced routes, such as the India Venster loop, which requires thrilling scrambling and beginner rock climbing. Your guide will expertly guide you through the more difficult portions to ensure you summit safely.

How much do your guides actually know about Cape Town?

Our guides possess a deep wealth of knowledge. You aren’t just getting a tour guide; you are getting profound insight into the South African society.

Can we have some independence during a private tour?

Yes, we balance guidance with autonomy. Our guests love that our guide is there when needed, while also giving them the freedom to explore on their own — allowing you to enjoy locations like Cape Point or Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden at your own pace.

How easy is the booking and communication process?

Guests consistently rate our booking experience as incredibly smooth. If you reach out via WhatsApp, our team will respond timeously by email or WhatsApp.

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Perfect for independent travellers, families and group bookings.