Top 10 Adventure Activities in South Africa 2026

The world's highest commercial bungee jump at 216 metres, located on the Garden Route. A 4-second freefall into the Bloukrans River gorge.

Tandem paraglide from Lion's Head or Signal Hill with panoramic views over Cape Town, Table Mountain, and the Atlantic coastline.

Dive into one of nature's greatest spectacles as billions of sardines migrate along the coast, pursued by sharks, dolphins, and whales.

Abseil 112 metres down the face of Table Mountain, one of the New Seven Wonders of Nature. The views of Cape Town from the rope are breathtaking.

Multi-day rafting expeditions through the dramatic Richtersveld landscape along the Namibian border. Grade III-IV rapids through ancient desert canyons.

Glide through the canopy of an ancient indigenous forest on a series of platforms and cables. The longest slide spans over 200 metres above the forest floor.

One of the world's most perfect right-hand point breaks. The Supertubes section delivers long, fast barrels that attract professional surfers from around the globe.

A multi-day hike along the top of the Drakensberg escarpment covering over 200 km. One of the most challenging and rewarding long-distance trails in Africa.

Tandem skydive from 10,000 feet above the Stellenbosch and Franschhoek valleys. Freefall with views of Table Mountain, the ocean, and endless vineyards.