Cape Town Paragliding, Robben Island & Winelands — 2-Day All-Inclusive Adventure
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
2 days (approx. 6–8 hours active per day)
Fitness Level
Good mobility and basic fitness — able to walk uneven paths and follow safety briefings for flights and ferries.
Overview
Pair a paragliding flight over Cape Town with a ferry to Robben Island and a day in the Winelands. This two-day, all-inclusive loop delivers adrenaline, history and world-class wine with hotel pickup and guided logistics.
Cape Town Paragliding, Robben Island & Winelands — 2-Day All-Inclusive Adventure
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The first morning opens with wind and light. You stand on the grassy flank of Signal Hill, harness clipped, the city’s harbor squatting below like a model, and an instructor counts the breeze. When the wing fills, Cape Town tilts: Table Mountain slides left, the Atlantic flashes to the right, and gravity becomes an agreeable guide. For twenty minutes you drift along the spine of the Mother City, gulls sliding under your wing as if to check the itinerary.
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Adventure Tips
Carry your passport
Robben Island requires passport details for boarding — keep it accessible during pickup and ferry departure.
Secure cameras and phones
Wind and motion during tandem paragliding can toss loose gear — use a wrist strap or leave large cameras on shore.
Hydrate and layer
Cape Town’s coastal sun can be strong while winds remain cold; pack water and a windproof shell.
Book morning slots
Paragliding and the Robben Island ferry run smoother in the morning when winds and sea conditions are typically calmer.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- African penguins at Boulders Beach (nearby)
- Seabirds like kelp gulls and cormorants while on the ferry
History
Robben Island served as a leper colony and a maximum-security prison during apartheid; Nelson Mandela’s imprisonment there made it an international symbol of resistance and reconciliation.
Conservation
The marine environment around Table Bay is fragile — operators limit beach access and advise staying on designated paths; support wineries with sustainable certifications where possible.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Windproof jacket
Protects against chilly Atlantic gusts on launches and the Robben Island ferry.
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Sturdy walking shoes
Required for uneven cobbles, quarry trails and vineyard grounds.
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Sunglasses & sunscreen
Bright coastal sun and reflection off water make UV protection essential.
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Small daypack
Carries water, ID, camera straps and layers without getting in the way of activities.
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