Hop-On Hop-Off Cape Town Canal Cruise: Explore Historic Waterway to Victoria and Alfred Waterfront

Discover Cape Town’s historic canal with a Hop-On Hop-Off cruise. Explore the waterway, learn about its fascinating history, and enjoy an affordable and fun outdoor experience.

Duration: 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights

Canal Cruise (Route)

Operating Schedule: 08h00 - 17h00: Every 20/30 minutes
1. Greg Wright Architects Pty Ltd
Battery Park
2. City Lodge Hotel V&A Waterfront
City Lodge Hotel
3. 1 Cast Anchor Way
AC Marriot Hotel
4. Dockrail Road
Harbour Bridge Hotel
5. 4 Lower Long St
Cape Town Convention Center…

What's Included
  • Headsets for clear guide commentary
  • Flexible 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
Additional Information

Cruise the historic canal that connects Cape Town’s bustling central business district to the Victoria and Alfred Waterfront and learn about its interesting history. Whether you are looking for an easy way to get from point A to point B as a water-taxi option, or a fun outdoor and extremely affordable experience, the City Sightseeing’s canal water taxis…

Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Tour11809853978
Jan 22, 2025
Incredible day through the canals - 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
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Keabetswe_m
Jan 9, 2025
Water. - It was a nice experience and saw the buildings and the hotels. I learned a lot and I saw the water with my mom.
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Kuda
Dec 25, 2024
Refreshing and tranquil. - The ride was smooth and peasant. We took the ride at 1pm and the weather was good which added to the peaceful experience. The commentary was also a bonus.
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Bartlomiej_wypych
Nov 28, 2024
A worthwhile experience! - Great experience, stunning views, kind and helpful staff, incredible atmosphere, and it is accessible for walker users for affordable prices.
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Desireedo7566vr
Nov 25, 2024
AWESOME EXPERIENCE!!! - Our Department at work decided to do the Canal cruise, as part of our Year End Function and everyone absolutely loved it!
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Suama_s
Aug 11, 2024
You should try it - Affordable canal cruise with audio to help you understand everything better . I would you this to anyone planning on coming to to Cape Town❤️
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Anita
Oct 28, 2024
City Sight Seeing - boat ride around the harbour ☺️ - On our first day of a family trip in Cape Town we ‘hopped on’ the City Sight Seeing boat trip from the Marina around the harbour - this short and inexpensive trip was a lovely way to view the harbour with a little bit of history thrown in on the audio - definitely worth doing and the go every 30 mins we all enjoyed it ☺️
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Siyabonga_m
Jan 6, 2025
Angry woow - That we not informed prior that the cruise was suspended due to bad weather. I'm still waiting for my refund
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Yogayogi
Jan 1, 2025
VERY BADLY ORGANISED - VERY BADLY ORGANISED. One of the BUSIEST holidays of the year but only ONE of the two boats operating. long queues. People had paid
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Wei
Dec 23, 2024
Unfortunately - Couldn’t find the place. It’s far from the mall. I have requested refund but seems like they rejected it. Unfortunately
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