Hop-On Hop-Off Cape Town Canal Cruise
4.3

Hop-On Hop-Off Cape Town Canal Cruise

By City Sightseeing South Africa
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Ages 5-99
Duration: 30m
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Audio guide: German, Chinese, Russian, Swedish, Portuguese, Japanese, English, Italian, French, Spanish
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  • Headsets to hear the guide clearly
  • Hop-on hop-off canal cruise
What's not included
  • Food and drinks
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Transportation to/from attractions
  • Any attraction fees

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Pushchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Near public transportation
  • Infant seats available
  • Transportation is wheelchair accessible
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 58181P9

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Cruises are operated by a multi-lingual guide
  • Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them board and disembark
  • Most travellers can participate

  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 58181P9

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    4.8 of 5 bubbles13,926
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  • Quest13475766995
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    5.0 of 5 bubbles
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    Horea and Andrew were great. Would recommend. Horea was knowledgeable and funny, Andrew was a good driver. Had a great time.
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  • Dreamer59931995628
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    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Great Experience at the 3 Wineries
    Horea and Andrew were wonderful. Had a great time at the three wineries. 10/10 would recommend for anyone in Capetown who wants a great experience.
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  • Kristina L
    0 contributions
    3.0 of 5 bubbles
    All in all good
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  • Tae_Lynne
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  • Escape59821738738
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    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Exceptional tour
    The driver(Andrew) was super kind and patient with me,..he calmed me down after chasing after the bus because I was late..The host(Horea) was excellent and so Knowledgeable, he made the experience fun and cracked plenty of jokes..I would recommend this tour o anyone coming to Cape Town whether with friends and family or travelling solo
    Written 17 March 2025
  • 215wilsonv
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    5.0 of 5 bubbles
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    Amazing views at the destinations
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Tour11809853978
1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2025 • Business
We were so impressed with the value of our canal cruise, what a magnificent outing, such lovely friendly staff on all the little boats, and such an interesting bonus having the history and information about the route we traveled.
I am so proud of Cape Town, and of this company that has seamlessly fitted into the majestic V&A Waterfront and added such value to locals and tourists alike. We took the cruise as a surprise for a very special staff member's birthday and she absolutely loved it, as did all of us.
Thank you once again, we will do this again and again.
Samantha
Written 22 January 2025
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Samantha, it’s wonderful to hear you enjoyed the canal cruise so much! A birthday surprise on the water sounds absolutely delightful, and we're thrilled that the friendly staff and fascinating history made it even more special. We can’t wait to welcome you back for more memorable outings!
Written 23 January 2025
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195bushbunny
Tottenham NSW Australia82 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Great way to relax and take in the sights of the waterfront.
The price is fair, and you get a good look all around the bay, including seeing the seals up close.
An excellent way to just chill for half an hour
Written 30 August 2023
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Good day! We thank you sincerely for sharing your review and feedback with us. We truly appreciate it and are happy to see that you had such a relaxing time.
Written 31 August 2023
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NurieSam
Cape Town, South Africa2 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2019
My family of 5 (with 3 kids under 12) used the canal cruise from the CTICC last weekend and it was smooth sailing all the way! Amazing sights and sounds. Staff made sure the kids were immediately strapped into their vests.
The one part I was abit dissapointed in was the queues, as we understand it is a busy time of the year, there was another boat standing outside the One and Only hotel, yet only one boat was used. There was a long queue awaiting to board the boat and we were not able to take that boat due to it being full so we had to wait for an hour on the harbour for the next one while the other boat sat stagnant. When I asked a staff member she just said it is not working and walked off. How come another boar could not be used when its peak season in the summer?
Written 7 January 2020
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Vanessa F
Cape Town Central, South Africa1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2022
An amazing experience! Highly recommended. The staff were amazing and friendly. We actually did the breakfast canal cruise. The Canal Cafe was fantastic to accommodate our group of 12. The manager attended to us personally. A very smooth process being part of the canal cruise. The lady captaining the boat even went back to empty a boat to accommodate our big group and another group who wanted to travel back together.
Written 14 January 2022
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NJ-Eric
NJ439 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Feb 2020
The hop on hop off buses running between the water front and town central basically travel east to west, so it is a boon that the same company also provides the "cruise" which goes in both directions. I saw it as a "hop on hop off" water bus. The boat was quick, efficient and low key. It is not a sightseeing highlight so much as a useful convenience. Thanks for operating this feature!
Written 22 March 2020
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cbrink
Cape Town, South Africa4 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jun 2021
On a beautiful day the family enjoyed this canal cruise. Enjoyed seeing the buildings from a different perspective. We booked one of the combo deals which included a very tasty burger at Harbour Bridge Hotel. Highly recommended and excellent value.
Written 21 June 2021
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Radford B
Cape Town Central, South Africa3 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2022
Only found out about this activity a few weeks prior. What a nice way to spend a few hours on a Sunday morning. We took the option that included breakfast at the Harbour Bridge hotel. Lovely setting overlooking the canal. Hopped back on the boat and off at the Battery Park to do some roller-skating at Rollercade. Then hopped back on boat to drop off where we started. Friendly staff. Highly recommended.
Written 4 February 2022
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JoleenW
Cape Town, South Africa5 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Nov 2022
Started my partners Birthday off with this beautiful, relaxing canal cruise, learnt some interesting facts as we went along the canal. Weather was stunning and the staff were friendly. Would recommend, next stop is the Harbour cruise
Written 28 November 2022
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zaTraveller43
Cape Town Central, South Africa5 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Mar 2021
I enjoyed the relaxing cruise in the Waterfront Canal from the V&A Waterfront and the CTICC. Didn't use this as a hop-on, hop-off cruise, only as a bit of a sightseeing activity, since I've never been able to see the residential area of the V&A Waterfront.

The commentary wasn't great, a few small tidbits of info here and there, but overall enjoyed it. Worth the discounted price in March 2021.
Written 30 March 2021
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MonikaV1
Brackenfell, South Africa40 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Trip last 15 min (one way) and cost R50. Depart in front of the One and Only hotel. We enjoy the trip a lot, beautiful views and photo opportunities.
Written 3 November 2018
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