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Discover Cape Town through the eyes of local marine guide Steve Benjamin. From hiking ancient Table Mountain and exploring wild Cape Point to kayaking at Sea Point, surfing Muizenberg, and wandering Kirstenbosch, this bucket list is all about authentic, crowd-free adventures. Meet penguins at Boulders Beach, sip beer in Noordhoek, explore Kalk Bay, and join Animal Ocean on an Ocean Safari to see Cape Point from the water — the ultimate Cape Town experience.

Snorkeling in Cape Town’s kelp forests is one of the most unforgettable things to do in Cape Town. From the surface, kelp looks like simple seaweed, but beneath the waves lies a vibrant underwater world. Towering golden fronds shelter starfish, urchins, fish, and colourful sponges in a natural cathedral of light and life. With Animal Ocean’s expert guides, top gear, and optional GoPro rentals, this unique ocean safari is a must-do Cape Town adventure.

Discover Cape Town’s wild side on an Ocean Safari with Animal Ocean. More than a boat ride, it’s a game drive at sea—spot seals, sunfish, and seabirds while exploring shipwrecks and cliffs only accessible by boat. Slip into the water to snorkel through magical kelp forests alive with catsharks, rays, and starfish. Immersive, intimate, and one-of-a-kind, this is Cape Town’s ocean like you’ve never seen it before.