Wild Horizons Waterfront Adventures

While seals sun bath on the buoys, sea gulls patrol the harbour, keeping a watchful eye on the salty swell of the waves. There is no better vantage point to view the intricate workings of a harbour, than from our Dawn cruise boat.
Our well-informed guides share their stories and knowledge of the Cape, while the boat peacefully bobs in front of a historically rich and ever busy port.

Dawn is a 40 seater harbour cruise boat offering half hour cruises as well as one-hour cruises around the Old Harbour and International Docks. Dawn is ideal for private functions and may be chartered privately for children’s parties, bachelor parties or tour groups

The Spirit of Victoria is a traditionally designed 58ft Gaff Rigged Schooner, easily identified in the bay by her red brick brown sails. Built to seat 45 passengers, Spirit of Victoria offers regular sailing trips to Table Bay. The bar aboard offers sparkling wine, beer and cold drinks. Spirit of Victoria offers an authentic, laid-back sailing experience to remember.

This sailing trip takes you from the historic Victoria & Alfred Waterfront out to sea on a short cruise across the bay and back.
The cruise provides spectacular mountain and city views as well as fantastic photographic opportunities of The Mother City with Table Mountain as a backdrop. They do not offer a specific destination. Typically they motor out of the Harbour and across Table Bay towards Milnerton lighthouse, then return to the protection of Granger Bay Fabulous Table Mountain and city views must do” trip whilst visiting Cape Town.

Few places on earth can match the beauty of False Bay, with its seashell sprinkled beaches, and the historic charm of the city skyline. The Bay Sail glides across the bay and back, showing off some of the most breath taking stretches of Cape Town. Table Mountain looms in the background, dressed in gravity defying trees, with clouds perched on her level top. The phenomenal photograph opportunities ensure that passengers leave with a hard copy of their memories.

This 39ft sailing Catamaran offers a comfortable sailing experience along the Atlantic seaboard showcasing the iconic views of Table Mountain and the Mother City Cape Town. You have the choice of sitting on the foredeck and trampolines which is ideal for those summer days or alternatively, chat with the Captain in the aft undercover and still enjoy the fantastic views of the city. Escape Cat can accommodate 39 passengers and is perfect for special events or functions. On board is a bar that stocks water and cold drinks and sound system for events.

When the sun sinks below the horizon, the Atlantic Ocean catches the rich golden red streaks of the sunset, and silver stars slowly blink into the sky. Capture this exquisite moment from the tranquil sunset cruise while Table Mountain looms on the backdrop. Before the sun has begun its descent, the cruise sets off for Table Bay, then the sails towards Milnerton lighthouse, before gliding across Granger Bay through the shadow of Table Mountain. Toast the end of a beautiful day with a glass of bubbles and watch the sun slip below the waves, before the moon takes its place in the navy blue sky.

This 39ft sailing Catamaran offers a comfortable sailing experience along the Atlantic seaboard showcasing the iconic views of Table Mountain and the Mother City Cape Town. You have the choice of sitting on the foredeck and trampolines which is ideal for those summer days or alternatively, chat with the Captain in the aft undercover and still enjoy the fantastic views of the city. Escape Cat can accommodate 36 passengers and is perfect for special events or functions.

Duration: 1,5 hours
When:  The service is available all year round.
Where: Start and end at Quay 5 , V & A Waterfront, Cape Town
Weather: The Escape Cat operates in all weather conditions, unless there are gales and storms that would endanger passengers.
What to Wear: Bring warm clothing in winter months. Scarves and beanies are popular with guests in winter. In summer a light jersey or jacket may come in handy. Sport shoes (ie.tackies) are a good choice.
Things to Bring: You are allowed to bring along your own snacks and drinks. Binoculars and Camera.
Guests or Spectators: No guests, only holders of valid boarding passes are allowed.