Are you looking for yet another unique way to experience the city of Cape Town? Then read on! Have you ever heard of stand-up paddle boarding? A fairly ancient strategy (originating here in Africa) that was used for war eventually became a sport and proved to be so versatile that it’s even perfect for just relaxing, sightseeing and even yoga!

Now that you know this, you’ll be thrilled to know that right here in Cape Town is a company that offers the experience of stand-up paddle boarding with a variety of packages and options! The appropriately named SUP Cape Town provides this exceptional experience in various locations along the Atlantic Seaboard.

Are you keen to learn? Perhaps you’ve already mastered this technique to some degree and just want to rent a board and paddle during your stay, or show your skills off at their weekly time trial! You can do all this and more with SUP Cape Town!

The details

SUP Cape Town has two clubhouses, one on the canal next to the V&A Waterfront and one at Intaka Island in Century City. Both these branches provide a broad range of services ensuring that everyone gets to have fun with the experience of stand-up paddle boarding. Check below to see all that they have to offer.

Short-term Rentals

During the months of summer (December to February), the V&A Waterfront branch rents out boards on Clifton’s 4th beach. They will have a station under a Bedouin tent on the beach, dependent on the weather. You are welcome to contact them if you are not sure about the weather. You can find their contact details towards the end of this post.

V&A Waterfront/CTICC and Intaka Island

The One&Only Cape Town

Clifton 4th Beach

Booking in advance is not required, they work on a first come, first serve basis

Open ocean

Long-term Rentals

Your rental includes a complete kit which consists of a board, paddle, pump and travel bag.

Lessons

The Time Trials

SUP Cape Town hosts a time trial that is available for everyone, no matter their level of paddling ability. At the V&A Waterfront branch, it is known as City Slickers and takes place every Thursday at the V&A Waterfront canal.

At the Intaka Island branch, the time trial is known as Intaka TT and takes place every Monday. The setting for this time trial is a fresh water canal system around a gorgeous bird environmental sanctuary.

SUP Yoga

Find just how versatile stand-up paddling boarding can be by joining these experienced Yoga instructors for an unwinding and rejuvenating experience. You can check out the various prices below.

Group Sup Yoga

This is a fun beginner class that will help you get accustomed to the experience of standing on a board with the paddle and moving slowly with therapeutic poses. All levels are welcome. Duration: 1.5 hours

Group Intermediate SUP Yogi

This is the class for those yogis who are more familiar with stand-up board paddling and would like to improve and master their SUP techniques. Minimum of 3 students and maximum of 6. Duration: 1 hour

Group Beginner SUP

This is a class specifically aimed at those who are keen to learn about stand-up paddle boarding. Bring your friends along. Sessions take place either on the canals or off the beach (dependent on board availability and weather). Minimum of 3 students and maximum of 5. Duration: 1 hour

Private SUP Lesson

This is for those who want to work on their stroke technique, turns, fitness and other finer details. Customizable lessons are available based on your own goals and satisfaction. Duration: 1 hour

Personal Yoga Lessons

This is available only upon request. Private yoga sessions (on land) are available for you or you and your partner. A mobile yoga practitioner can visit you at your home or together you can arrange another location (dependent on weather) Duration: 1 hour

Shop

Are you looking for paddles, boards, accessories and anything else related to stand-up paddle boarding? You can get in touch with SUP Cape Town and they can help you make the best decision. Contact details for SUP Cape Town are below.