5-Hour Cape Town Intaka Island Tour with Struggle Heroes Exhibition

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Explore Intaka Island, Century City's green oasis hidden among buildings and a mega shopping centre
• 02 See wetlands with 212 species of indigenous plants and 120 bird species
• 03 Enjoy an Intaka Island boat trip and a stroll that brings you closer to nature
• 04 Visit The Long Walk To Freedom exhibition with 100 bronze statues of South Africa's struggle heroes and heroines
• 05 View iconic figures such as Walter Sisulu, Nelson Mandela, and Oliver Tambo

Discover Intaka Island, a pure example of how nature conservation can co-exist with extensive development, providing a sanctuary amid the hustle-bustle of Century City. Hidden among buildings and a mega shopping centre, this green oasis is home to rich wetlands, indigenous plant life, and abundant birdlife. The tour also includes a boat trip and a nature stroll before ending at The Long Walk To Freedom exhibition, where 100 bronze statues honour South Africa's struggle heroes and heroines.

The tour also includes a boat trip and a nature stroll before ending at The Long Walk To Freedom exhibition, where 100 bronze statues honour South Africa's struggle heroes and heroines.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 5 Hours

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

City Cape Town

Languages English, French

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Intaka Island Nature Experience and Struggle Heroes Exhibition

• Visit Intaka Island, a wetland sanctuary covered by invasive alien vegetation. It is home to 212 species of indigenous plants and 120 bird species. The bird sanctuary is Century City's green oasis.
• Enjoy a boat trip and a stroll to get you in touch with nature.
• Tour the Struggle Heroes Statues Exhibition, depicting icons who helped lead South Africa's 350-year struggle for freedom and democracy, such as Walter Sisulu, Nelson Mandela, and Oliver Tambo.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Entrance fees to the Intaka Island walking trail
• Intaka Island boat cruise
• Entrance fees to the Struggle Heroes Statues Exhibition (The Long Walk To Freedom exhibition)
• Registered English- or French-speaking driver-guide
• Vehicle transport during the tour
• Pick-up and drop-off for clients

What's Not Included

• Lunch and drinks

Know before you go

• No refund in case of no-show on the tour.
• All our vehicles are sanitised and insured substantially for passenger liability.
• Luggage and personal possessions are carried at your own risk.
• Please ensure that valuables and travel documents are kept safe at all times.
• Wearing a face mask is compulsory for all clients to prevent the spread of Covid-19.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Cape Town, South Africa

Tour start

2 Park Ln, Century City, Cape Town, 7446, South Africa

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.