Touring Cape Town · South Africa

Learn English,
Love Cape Town.

Discover Cape Town while practicing your English. From the iconic summit of Table Mountain to penguins at Boulders Beach, colourful neighbourhoods, spectacular coastlines and unforgettable adventures, make the world’s most beautiful city part of your English-learning experience.

#1 in 2025 Time Out's Best City in the World. Source
#6 in 2026 Time Out's Best Cities in the World. Source
Most beautiful · 2026 Ranked #1 in Time Out’s 2026 survey of more than 24,000 city residents worldwide. Source
The Mother City

The world voted. Cape Town won hearts.

Cape Town was ranked the world’s most beautiful city in Time Out’s 2026 survey of more than 24,000 people across cities worldwide. It is a city of breathtaking contrasts: Table Mountain above the skyline, turquoise bays below, colourful communities, world-class food and wild adventure within reach.

This is where your English-learning experience becomes an unforgettable journey. Explore South Africa’s cultural heritage, discover wildlife, meet people from around the world and make memories long after your lessons end.

Mountains at sunrise. Penguins by lunchtime. A sunset you will remember for years.
The essential Cape Town

See more of Cape Town.

The experience: discover the five unforgettable sides of Cape Town, from natural wonders and wildlife to adventure, cultural heritage and the spectacular Winelands.

Table Mountain, Cape Town
01 / Ultimate natural wonders

Table Mountain

Take in Table Mountain, the Cape of Good Hope and the African penguins of Boulders Beach — the natural icons that make the Cape Peninsula extraordinary.

African penguins at Boulders Beach
02 / Wildlife encounters

Boulders Beach penguins

Meet a remarkable colony of endangered African penguins along the shores of Simon's Town.

Cape Town coastline and mountain scenery
03 / Cape Peninsula

Cape Point & the Cape of Good Hope

Follow dramatic coastal scenery towards the southern reaches of the Cape Peninsula.

Adventure & Coastal Thrills

The outdoors is calling.

In Cape Town, adventure is not an occasional excursion. It is woven into the landscape. Surf the rolling waves at Muizenberg, kayak near Simon's Town, hike scenic mountain routes or discover the dunes at Atlantis.

Muizenberg Colourful beach huts and a celebrated surfing coastline.
Simon's Town Kayaking, maritime character and a gateway to the penguin colony.
Atlantis Dunes Sandboarding and wide-open landscapes just beyond the city.
Cape Town beach and coastal adventures
Cape Town cultural neighbourhoods
04 / Culture & history

Cultural Heritage & History

Wander the colourful streets of Bo-Kaap, explore the city's food markets and creative neighbourhoods, and discover the history of Robben Island. Cape Town's cultural richness is inseparable from its past and the people shaping its future.

Spend time listening, tasting and exploring. The most memorable travel stories often begin with a conversation.

Scenery in and around Cape Town
05 / Safari & wildlife

Big Five Safaris & Wildlife Conservation

Extend your Cape Town adventure with wildlife experiences and Big Five safari excursions at suitable reserves beyond the city. South Africa offers extraordinary opportunities to appreciate its natural heritage and learn about conservation.

Safari destinations, travel time and wildlife sightings depend on the selected excursion; sightings are never guaranteed.

Visitors exploring Cape Town
06 / Winelands & beyond

Cape Winelands & Beyond

Beyond Cape Town lie the vineyards and mountain landscapes of Stellenbosch and Franschhoek, with historic towns, acclaimed food and beautiful countryside. Travel further still and the Garden Route opens up a different side of South Africa.

From a leisurely afternoon in the Winelands to a longer coastal escape, there is always another horizon worth discovering.

Travel with SALA

Explore the city. Make the experience your own.

At SALA, learning English can be part of a wider Cape Town experience. Discover the city, connect with its people and ask our team about the touring opportunities that may be available during your stay.

Activities, transport, dates and availability are confirmed individually. Touring experiences are not automatically included with enrolment.

Your Cape Town chapter

Discover Cape Town.
Make it unforgettable.

Discover Cape Town while practicing your English. Explore the city with SALA and start planning your experience.