AWOL Blog
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While many people assume Cape Town is a summer destination, winter is just as magnificent, with the bonus of fewer crowds and less time spent battling the heat. This season, we’re making it even easier to get outside. For a limited time, you can enjoy [...]
Wine Tours: Which One’s Right for You?
One of the most popular questions we get at AWOL Tours is: what’s the difference between our Cape Town Wine Tours and our Winelands Wine Tours? If you’re planning a wine adventure in the Cape, here’s everything you need to know to choose the perfect [...]
Taste, Learn, and Give Back
If you’ve ever wanted to immerse yourself in authentic South African cuisine, AWOL Tours’ African Cooking Experience is a must-do. The adventure begins with the Cultural Township Tour, where you’ll pedal or walk through the vibrant streets of Masiphumelele, learning about local history, culture, and [...]
How a Bicycle Can Change a Life
Sometimes, the smallest gestures create the biggest ripple effects. This is certainly true in the story of Lutho, whose journey to an AWOL Tour guide is nothing short of inspiring. Twenty years ago, AWOL Tours donated three bicycles through the Bicycling Empowerment Network (BEN) as [...]
Why Book With AWOL Tours Part 2: Boutique Service, Professional Depth, and Real Peace of Mind
Planning a South African holiday, especially a multi-day, custom itinerary, should feel exciting, not uncertain. AWOL Tours is deliberately built to sit in the sweet spot: a small, highly experienced team (not a corporate call-centre), with enough depth and structure to deliver consistent quality and [...]
Why Choose AWOL Tours for Your Cycling and Hiking Tours in Cape Town: Part 1
If you’re planning a trip to Cape Town in 2026, you’ve got lots of options for exploring our stunning city. There are tours of all kinds, from cocktails at sunset, to hopping on and off buses, to guided hiking experiences on Table Mountain, the choices [...]
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