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Short Breaks in Cape Town

A short break holiday is just the thing for stress relief and with affordable rates it's something just about anyone can do. A short break in Cape Town covers major highlights like Table Mountain, the Waterfront, Camps Bay and the beautiful Atlantic Seaboard as well as Robben Island and other attractions.

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About Short Tours Cape Town

Our budget short tours in Cape Town include camping, accommodated and adventure short tours ranging from 3 - 14 days, to suit all budgets. You will be able to experience Cape Town in a short space of time on your short break in Cape Town.

Cape Town Short Tours

Choose from our selection of Cape Town short tours. There is a good range of short breaks to suit all tastes and requirements. Whichever option you choose you will have the chance to get the most out of a Cape Town trip.

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Short Garden Route Safari - 5 days

Explore the Whale Route, Route 62, the Little Karoo and the Garden Route all the way to Mandela Bay and Port Elizabeth on this fabulous short journey from Cape Town.

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Best of South West Africa - 20 days

Start at the bottom and work your way north on this trip covering the best south west Africa has to offer! From majestic Table Mountain via old deserts and the green delta, all the way to glorious Vic...

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Southern Africa Explored - 20 days

The classic Cape Town to Victoria Falls route is covered but add a extra twist or 2 and you have a true trip of a lifetime! Ancient deserts give way to the green of the Okavango Delta and this combine...

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Cape Town and Desert - 14 days

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Table Mountain to Kruger - 26 days

Discover Southern Africa with this amazing tour that includes the best culture, adventure, game viewing and landscapes.

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Cape Town to Victoria Falls - 21 days

Our most popular route! Why? Watch the sun go down over the dunes, spot the Big Five at the Okavango Delta, raft the mighty Zambezi in Victoria Falls, sky dive, game viewing and local cultures - do we...

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Cape to Vic Falls Photography Tour - 21 days

This adventure is for those who want to experience the wildlife and spectacular landscapes in Southern Africa from a photographers perspective.

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Eastern Trans Africa Expedition - 16 weeks

REAL overland travel at its best! If you want air conditioning, hot showers every night and a cook then this expedition is not for you. Expect to get "stuck in" on t...

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Cape Town to Nairobi with Gorilla Trek - 8 weeks

This is the Ultimate African Expedition! From the Atlantic Ocean to the Indian Ocean, from lush jungle to the Namib desert, from bustling markets to quaint villages, Africa will not cease to amaze you...

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Cape Town to Nairobi Epic - 6 weeks

The Ultimate Adventure! 8 countries with all their highlights, 'different-from-your-own' cultures, wildest wildlife and stunning scenery. Come and see for yourself what Africa has to offer!

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Cape Town to Swakopmund

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