Africa Adventure

Cape Town holidays are usually associated with the iconic Table Mountain and Robben Island, which famous for its link to Nelson Mandela and South Africa’s murky apartheid past.

Of course, there are many other tours available, but I thought it would be fun to introduce you to some of the rather more unusual ones that Cape Town offers its visitors.

Many cities offer a helicopter ride and Cape Town is no different with chopper trips around the peninsula. But you can add in a thrilling ride in an original war fighter jet or a Vietnam US Marine Corps Huey and experience a buzz of pure adrenalin that’s difficult to beat!

Try paragliding off Lion’s Head. Although it’s a relatively peaceful way of viewing the amazing Table Bay, launching yourself off the mountainside into the wide blue skies can be a little daunting, especially on the first attempt. However, tandem paragliding is a great way to first taste the thrill and exhilaration of free flight. No experience is required; all you need is confidence in your pilot and his abilities.