Booze Cruise Trike Tour Cape Town

Cape Town’s Booze Cruise Trike Tour turns a pub crawl into a scenic road trip. You ride in a private motor trike from the V&A Waterfront, following the coast through Hout Bay, Glencairn Beach, and Kalk Bay before finishing at one of the city’s oldest pubs in Newlands Forest.

I like two things here. First, the trike gives you wide, open views that you would miss inside a car. Second, the route mixes famous coastal stops with local pub character, while Willem adds personal stories and long local experience. The main consideration is simple: this is not a cheap bar crawl, and you must arrange your own safe transport after drinking.

Key points at a glance

• Four very different pub stops: Visit the Workshop pub in Hout Bay, Hotel Glencairn, The Brass Bell in Kalk Bay, and Foresters Arms in Newlands Forest.
• A private ride for up to two people: The price covers your group rather than individual seats, making it better value for a couple or two friends.
• One drink per person included: You receive one beer or glass of wine, while lunch, extra drinks, and all food cost extra.
• Wide coastal views from the trike: The open design offers 360-degree views and makes the scenery part of the experience.
• A local host named Willem: He drives, guides, and provides commentary shaped by a lifetime of Cape Town knowledge.
• About six hours on the road: The tour starts at 11:00 a.m. and returns to the V&A Waterfront, with roughly 30 minutes at each listed pub.

Why a trike makes this Cape Town pub crawl different

Most Cape Town sightseeing runs from a bus, taxi, or enclosed car. This tour uses a motor trike, so you have a more exposed view of the road and coast. That matters on a route built around scenery. You can look out in several directions instead of watching Cape Town through a side window.

The trike also changes the mood. This is part sightseeing ride, part social outing, and part pub crawl. The vehicle is unusual enough to attract attention, and the supplied details describe it as spotless and comfortable. You should expect people to notice it during the day, and you may find the ride itself becomes one of the main memories.

The tour is private, with only your own group participating. For two people, that gives the day a more personal feel than a large coach tour. You are not sharing the route with a busload of strangers, and Willem can keep the tone informal. His role is more than driving from one bar to the next. He supplies commentary, local facts, and the kind of old stories that help connect the stops.

The open trike does come with a practical tradeoff. Cape Town weather can change, and this experience requires good weather. If the day is wet or otherwise unsuitable, the operator offers another date or a full refund. You should check the forecast before booking, especially if your schedule is tight.

Starting at the V&A Waterfront at 11:00 a.m.

The day begins at the Victoria and Alfred Waterfront, one of Cape Town’s main visitor areas. The exact start time is 11:00 a.m., and the tour returns to this same meeting point at the end.

Starting here makes sense. The Waterfront is near public transportation and is an easy place to reach before the ride. It also gives you a clear base for the day, instead of asking you to find a rural pickup point or meet at the first pub.

Confirmation is sent within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability. Since this is a private activity, I would avoid making firm plans around it until you receive confirmation. The mobile ticket is useful for a phone-based booking, but you should still keep the start time and meeting point handy.

There is one important transport issue. The listed tour ends back at the Waterfront, but the operator strongly recommends arranging transport onward to your hotel, home, or guest house. You should not plan to drive after drinking. Driving under the influence is dangerous and against the law, so book a ride or arrange a sober driver before the day begins.

Hout Bay and the Workshop pub

The first pub stop is in Hout Bay, where you visit the Workshop pub. It is described as the smallest pub in Africa, which gives this opening stop an immediate sense of occasion. The visit is scheduled for about 30 minutes.

A small pub can be a better opening than a large, polished venue. You get a quick taste of the local bar scene without spending the whole morning in one place. The compact stop also sets the rhythm for the day: ride, pause for a drink, hear a few stories, then continue through Cape Town.

Hout Bay is also a scenic part of the route. You are not simply being taken to a bar by the fastest road. The ride gives you time to take in the coast and the changing views around the bay. On a clear day, this may be one of the most enjoyable parts of the outing.

The drawback is the short visit. Thirty minutes is enough for a quick drink and a look around, but not enough for a long meal or a leisurely pub session. Since food is not included and lunch is on your own account, you should not assume that every stop is designed for a full meal.

Glencairn Beach and Hotel Glencairn

The second stop takes you to Glencairn Beach and the Hotel Glencairn. The plan is to stop for a drink or two, with about 30 minutes set aside.

This stop adds a different coastal setting to the route. Hout Bay begins the outing with a distinctive small-pub visit, while Glencairn gives you another chance to sit near the coast and take in the surroundings. The route is not repeating the same bar in the same type of neighborhood. Each stop has its own place in the journey.

The wording about one or two drinks is worth reading carefully. The price includes only one beer or glass of wine per person for the full tour, not one included drink at every pub. Extra drinks must be paid for by you. That distinction can make a large difference to the final cost, especially if you treat the tour as a full drinking day.

A half-hour stop works best if you keep your order simple. If you want food, ask about it at the venue and budget separately. The tour description makes clear that all food and additional drinks are your responsibility.

Kalk Bay Harbour and The Brass Bell

At Kalk Bay Harbour, you stop at The Brass Bell, described as one of Cape Town’s most iconic pubs. This is likely to be one of the most recognizable venues on the route, and the harbor setting gives the stop a strong sense of place.

Kalk Bay is a good fit for a trike tour because the route is as important as the destination. You are moving between coastal communities rather than being dropped into a single entertainment district. The harbor stop gives you a chance to watch the surroundings, enjoy a drink, and see a more characterful side of Cape Town.

The Brass Bell is scheduled for another 30-minute visit. That is enough to break the ride and enjoy the setting, but it leaves little room for a slow lunch. If you want a substantial meal, you should ask how the timing works on the day and be ready to pay for it yourself.

This stop may also be where the tour feels most like a classic pub crawl. You have already crossed several scenic sections, and the harbor provides a natural place to pause. Still, keep an eye on the clock. The experience covers several areas in one day, so it depends on short, well-timed stops rather than long stays.

Newlands Forest and Foresters Arms

The final stop is at Foresters Arms in Newlands Forest, described as Cape Town’s oldest pub. It is a fitting place to end the route because it shifts the setting away from the coast and into one of the city’s greener inland areas.

That change gives the tour a useful final chapter. You begin beside the Waterfront, travel through coastal communities, and finish in Newlands. The day is not simply four bars linked by traffic. The settings help you see different sides of Cape Town, even though the tour’s main purpose is relaxed drinking.

The listed time at Foresters Arms is about 30 minutes. Since this is the last pub stop, you may be tempted to stay longer. The activity still has to return to the V&A Waterfront, so the actual finish time can depend on traffic and the pace of the day.

For me, this is an appealing finale for anyone who likes old pubs and local character more than glossy nightlife. You can have a final drink, listen to Willem’s stories, and then ride back to the starting point. Remember that the ride back is not a substitute for your journey home afterward.

Willem’s role in making the day work

The host is Willem, and the information supplied about the experience gives him a central role. He drives the trike, explains what you are seeing, and adds personal stories and local facts. One especially useful detail is that he has a lifetime of local knowledge, which suggests the commentary is tied to Cape Town rather than limited to a memorized script.

That matters on a six-hour outing. A route can look good on paper, but the guide controls the pace, mood, and practical flow. Willem’s friendly style is repeatedly highlighted, along with his ability to make the day feel like time spent with a host rather than a simple transfer between pubs.

The trike itself also appears to be carefully maintained. It has been described as beautiful, spotless, comfortable, and well suited to taking in the views. You should not confuse that with a luxury vehicle. The appeal is the open-air ride and the unusual design, not plush transport.

The experience seems particularly well suited to people who enjoy conversation. If you want a silent scenic drive, a private car may suit you better. If you like asking questions, hearing local stories, and sharing a lighthearted day with a guide, Willem’s presence is a major part of the value.

What the $265.78 price really covers

The price is $265.78 per group of up to two people. For two, that works out to about $132.89 each. It includes the private trike tour, the guide and driver, and one beer or glass of wine per person.

That is not budget pub-crawl pricing. You are paying for a six-hour private experience with transport between several parts of Cape Town, not merely for admission to four bars. The value improves if you are traveling as a pair and want a private outing with a guide rather than a shared group tour.

Food and extra drinks are not included. You should set aside money for lunch, snacks, and anything beyond the included drink. Because the stops are short, you may not order a full meal at every pub, but you should not arrive expecting the price to cover your day’s food and bar tab.

The private format is the key value question. If you prefer to meet other people and keep costs low, this price may feel high. If you are a couple or two friends who want a flexible-feeling day, scenic transport, and a personal guide, the cost becomes easier to justify.

I also like that the price does not encourage you to think of the included drink as the whole point. The route, the trike, the views, and Willem’s commentary carry much of the experience. Drink responsibly, and treat the alcohol as one part of the day.

Timing, comfort, and who should book

The tour lasts about six hours and starts at 11:00 a.m. Four listed pub stops each allow about 30 minutes, with the remaining time used for riding between locations and enjoying the route.

That schedule makes this a full half-day outing. Do not book it immediately before an evening reservation unless you are comfortable allowing extra time for traffic. Cape Town roads can affect the return time, and the itinerary covers several distinct areas.

The tour suits:

• Couples who want a private day out
• Two friends who enjoy scenic rides and traditional pubs
• People who prefer local stories to a standard sightseeing script
• Anyone who wants to combine coastal views with a drink in several different settings
• Repeat Cape Town visitors looking for a different way to see familiar areas

It may not suit you if you dislike open-air vehicles, want a large meal included, or prefer to spend several hours at one pub. It is also a poor fit if you need a guaranteed start or finish in bad weather, since the activity depends on suitable conditions.

The supplied experiences also suggest the trike is comfortable for a full day, but the most important comfort factor is your own tolerance for an exposed ride. Dress for the weather and bring what you need for changing conditions. The tour description does not promise special weather gear, so do not assume it will be supplied.

A practical look at the drawbacks

The strongest drawback is the drinking and transport issue. The tour returns to the V&A Waterfront, but that is only the end of the activity, not necessarily the end of your day. Arrange a safe ride back to your accommodation before you set off.

The second issue is the non-refundable booking policy. You cannot change or cancel the experience for a refund for personal reasons. If poor weather causes the operator to cancel, you are offered a different date or a full refund, but a change in your own plans does not receive the same flexibility.

The third is the limited number of published details about food and exact driving times. You know the main route and the four stops, but not the precise time spent on each road section. That is normal for a private road tour, yet it means you should leave room in your schedule.

Finally, the experience has only a small number of published ratings, even though all supplied ratings are excellent. I would treat the strong praise for Willem, the trike, and the views as useful signals, not as a guarantee that every day will feel identical. Weather, traffic, and your own pace will shape the outing.

Should you book the Booze Cruise Trike Tour?

Book it if you want Cape Town sightseeing with a social twist. The best reasons are the private format, the unusual trike, the coastal route, and Willem’s personal commentary. The stops also have clear character: Africa’s smallest pub in Hout Bay, Hotel Glencairn by the beach, The Brass Bell at Kalk Bay Harbour, and Foresters Arms in Newlands Forest.

Skip it if you are looking for the cheapest way to visit pubs, need a flexible cancellation policy, or want food and all drinks covered. You should also skip it if you cannot arrange safe transport after the tour.

For two people who value a private outing, the price is easier to defend. You get a full six-hour route across several Cape Town areas, not a short ride around one neighborhood. Just budget for lunch and extra drinks, watch the forecast, and plan your ride home before booking.

FAQ

Where does the Booze Cruise Trike Tour start?

It starts at the V&A Waterfront, Victoria and Alfred Waterfront, Cape Town, at 11:00 a.m.

Where does the tour end?

The activity ends back at the V&A Waterfront, the same general meeting point where it begins.

How long does the experience last?

The tour lasts approximately six hours.

How many people can join the private tour?

The price is for one private group of up to two people. Only your group participates.

Is a drink included?

Yes. One beer or glass of wine per person is included in the price.

Are lunch and additional drinks included?

No. Lunch, food, and any drinks beyond the included beer or glass of wine are paid for separately.

What happens if the weather is poor?

The experience requires good weather. If the operator cancels because of poor weather, you will be offered another date or a full refund. Personal cancellations or requested changes are non-refundable.