Cape Town Social Change Tour: Full-Day Excursion with Local Changemakers
Cape Town
Experience a life-changing full-day excursion in Cape Town, connecting with local changemakers and making a difference in their lives. Explore the stunning Peninsula Tour route and contribute to the financial empowerment of unsung heroes in this beautiful region.
Duration: 10 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Victoria Road - EXPERIENCE 1:
    Emerging Business Product Demo

Ride with a promising entrepreneur on the first leg of the tour to discover their products/services, story, and vision for the future. Example products: African origami earrings, beadwork watches, black barbies, pottery made by women from low-income communities, upcycled & Afro-centric fashion items, etc.

  • Chapman’s Peak Drive - (continue driving)

Chapman’s Peak Drive boasts some of the most breathtaking views in the whole world.

Orientation takes place during the drive and includes key background on the South African context, esp. concerning the macro-economic context, the entrepreneurial environment, and the pitfalls of township tourism and even philanthropic tourism.

  • Masiphumelele - EXPERIENCE 2:
    Social Change Org Site Visit / Facility Tour

Walking tour of a school, nonprofit or social enterprise + a brief hands-on activity, e.g. on-land surf lesson, painting, sewing lesson, gardening, barista lesson, etc.

  • Misty Cliffs - (continue driving)

Guide gets to know guests better over course of drive.

  • Cape of Good Hope - TOURIST ATTRACTION 1:
    Cape of Good Hope & Cape Point

Stops made at Cape of Good Hope (South-Western most tip of Africa) for photo op & Cape Point (historic lighthouses & views) for walk or funicular (not included), guide providing colonial history and info on biodiversity / geological formations along the drive.

  • Simon’s Town - EXPERIENCE 3:
    Home Visit & Meal with a Changemaker

An inspiring Cape Peninsula resident meets guests at a nearby restaurant where they share lunch together (for own account or add Prepaid Meal add-on). Afterwards, guide drives everyone the changemaker’s home, where they’re welcomed inside for ~20 mins. Meet other members of the household, view photo albums, etc.

  • Boulders Beach Penguin Colony - TOURIST ATTRACTION 2:
    Boulders Beach Penguin Colony

We go onto the beach itself at Boulders Beach, rather than the touristy boardwalk at Foxy Beach.

What's Included
  • 10% Charitable Pledge
  • Local Tour Guide
  • Bottled Water Included
  • All Fees and Taxes Covered
  • 3 Social Change Experiences
What's Not Included
  • Luxe vehicle upgrade — prefer luxury over economy vehicle? Select a Luxe tour option.
  • Photoshoot add-on — to get HD pics/vids of you in action, select a tour option including it.
  • Prepaid Meal add-on — to have a meal & beverage included, select a tour option including it.
Additional Information

Empower yourself and others financially through intimate and immersive interactions with local pioneers from the stunning region of Cape Town, replete with stunning beaches, awe-inspiring landscapes, and charming coastal towns.

Interact with these pioneers on the traditional Peninsula Tour route. This tour is tailor-made for the discerning traveler focused on personal growth and contributing to societal change while journeying. It’s our standard Peninsula Tour, but with an inspiring twist.

You’ll have three intimate, hands-on interactions with local pioneers from different economic backgrounds. This is in addition to visits to the Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve and the Boulders Beach Penguin Colony.

Travel ethically, reassured that your booking contributes to the financial stability of local champions—providing seed capital and financial aid for innovative startups and vital funding for social enhancement organizations.

Location
Victoria Road
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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