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Cape Town Rugby Tour - 11 nights

Join Smile Group Travel for cricket matches and training, set against a stunning Cape Town, South Africa background.

Rugby in Cape Town with Smile Group Travel

Play four competitive rugby fixtures against South African teams while experiencing the very best of Cape Town and beyond.

From beach training at Hermanus to safari at Aquila, this tour balances sport, culture, and adventure.

Join us in Cape Town and create memories your team will never forget - SPEAK TO THE TEAM TODAY!


Itinerary Highlights

  • Four rugby fixtures, each with post-match BBQ meals
  • Training on Grotto Beach, plus academy coaching session
  • Table Mountain & Cape Peninsula excursions, Camps Bay Beach visit
  • Safari at Aquila Game Reserve with overnight stay


Example Itinerary

  • Day 1: Overnight flight UK to Cape Town

  • Day 2: Arrive Hermanus; afternoon training session

  • Day 3: Warm-up at Grotto Beach (lunch included); matchday 1 (rugby + BBQ dinner)

  • Day 4: Transfer to Stellenbosch via coastal landmarks

  • Day 5: Leisure day in Stellenbosch

  • Day 6: Matchday 2 (rugby + BBQ meal)

  • Day 7: Transfer to Cape Town; Langa Township excursion (lunch included), rugby academy coaching; Hotel Sky check-in

  • Day 8: Camps Bay Beach visit; Matchday 3 (rugby + BBQ meal)

  • Day 9: Table Mountain excursion + leisure

  • Day 10: Matchday 4 (rugby + BBQ meal)

  • Day 11: Cape Peninsula tour + time at leisure

  • Day 12: Transfer to Aquila for safari (lunch + dinner)

  • Day 13: Morning game drive, transfer to airport, overnight flight

  • Day 14: Arrive UK


Sights of Cape Town

Rugby is just the start. Experience the wild coast at Hermanus, panoramic views from Table Mountain, and the cultural depth of Langa Township.

Round off the adventure with a Big Five safari.


Ready to take your group to Cape Town?

Contact Smile Group Travel today and let us design the perfect South Africa tour for your team.

Adventure, sport, and sunshine are waiting!

Package Includes

  • eturn overnight flights from UK to Cape Town w/baggage
  • 2 nights' accommodation on B&B Basis at The Windsor Hotel, Hermanus (or similar)
  • 3 nights' accommodation on B&B Basis at Protea by Marriott, Stellenbosch (or similar)
  • 5 nights' accommodation on B&B Basis at Hotel Sky CT (or similar)
  • 1 night's accommodation on full board basis at Aquila Game Reserve
  • Return airport, training, matchday & excursion transfers
  • 1 x self-led training session at local facility (Powerade/water station included)
  • 4 x matchdays per squad with referees
  • 11 x breakfast at hotel
  • 1 x dinner & lunch at Aquila Private Game Lodge
  • 1 x lunch at Langa Township
  • 1 x lunch at Grotto Beach
  • Hydration station including water, powerade & ice for match days and trainings
  • Cape Peninsula tour excursion
  • Table Mountain excursion (including Cable Car ticket)
  • Aquila private game drive
  • Robben Island & Museum tour
  • Langa Township excursion
  • Service of local Smile representative in Cape Town
*Ratio of 7 players to 1 staff FOC (minimum 21 players)

Hotel Sky, Cape TownVisit Hotel Website

  • Welcome to Hotel Sky Cape Town, where cutting-edge design meets breathtaking views in the heart of the Mother City.
  • Towering above the city skyline, this futuristic hotel offers stylish, tech-savvy rooms, unforgettable dining, and South Africa’s first AI-powered hospitality experience.
  • Enjoy panoramic vistas of Table Mountain, the ocean, or the bustling city below: whether from your room, the rooftop infinity pool, or the iconic Sky on Long restaurant.
  • Just steps from the V&A Waterfront and top attractions, Hotel Sky CT is perfect for travellers who crave innovation, comfort, and unforgettable urban energy in one of the world’s most scenic cities.

What our customers say about us

"Many memorable experiences."

“Smile has built some long-standing relationships on the island which facilitated many memorable experiences. Whether it was a medical matter or the opportunity to engage with some of the cricket legends, Smile’s hosts and organisers demonstrated a standard of excellence. We are looking forward to Smile-ing again!”

Peter Bennett-King, England Supporter Tour, Barbados

"We look forward to our next Smile tour!"

"Brentwood School have once again had an excellent experience with Smile Group Travel. The hockey venues used in Holland were impressive and both students and staff learnt lots from the professional coaches. A busy and brilliant 5 days in Holland, we look forward to our next Smile tour!"

Jess Lazenby, Brentwood School, Holland Hockey Tour

"Touring with Smile Group Travel earlier in the year was a massive part of our preparation"

"We had a fantastic season, winning the under-18 national T20 as well as getting to finals day for the under-15s.

"Touring with Smile Group Travel earlier in the year was a massive part of our preparation. We put a lot of planning into our tours to ensure our pupils not only get a fantastic experience but also get the top sporting preparation and challenge we want for, from our tours. Everything we try to do is to as high quality as possible for our pupils and Smile certainly help us to make that happen."

Phil Lewis, Director of Sport - King's Taunton, Boys' Cricket Tour: Cape Town