Adults
8-hour experience. Includes one free passenger.
R4 500,00per person
8hr Self‑Drive Cobra Experience
AdrenalineFull Day
Slip into the low‑slung seat of a classic Cobra and let Cape Town's most iconic roads unfold in front of you. A head‑turning, wind‑in‑your‑hair, open‑top adrenaline moment wrapped in pure luxury.
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RStarting price
R 4,500.00
This is the starting price per person for this experience. Your final price may vary depending on the selected options, group size, and extras.
Tour Pricing
Category
Price
Extra Driver
R500,00per booking
Additional Mileage
For mileage over 110 km
R20,00per km
About this experience
Slip into the low‑slung seat of a classic Cobra, feel the rumble under you, and let Cape Town's most iconic roads unfold in front of you. This isn't just a drive — it's a head‑turning, wind‑in‑your‑hair, open‑top adrenaline moment wrapped in pure luxury. For the next few hours, the city becomes your playground, and the Cobra becomes your statement piece.
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Included & Not Included
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Included
What's included
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Hotel pickup
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Drop-off at site (Foreshore, Cape Town)
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110 km free mileage
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Route itinerary loaded onto your device
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Pick-up at site
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Hotel drop-off
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Vehicle orientation and safety briefing
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Not Included
Additional costs
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Fuel (must be replenished on return)
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Additional mileage at R20.00 per km
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Chapman's Peak Drive (restricted for safety reasons)
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Personal purchases
Experience
Highlights
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8-hour self-drive Cobra experience
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Factory-built modern classic with V8 engine
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Automatic transmission with power steering
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110 km free mileage included
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One free passenger included
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Flexible itinerary — choose coastal views or Cape Winelands
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Turn-by-turn itineraries loaded onto your smartphone or GPS
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Cape Peninsula highlights: Boulders Beach, Cape Point, Hout Bay, Noordhoek
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Cape Winelands option: Stellenbosch and Franschhoek
Before You Book
Requirements
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Minimum age: 23 years
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Valid driver's license required
Planning Your Visit
Arrangements
Availability
All year round
Duration
8 hours
Operating Time
08:30 – 16:30
Departure
08:30
Return
16:30
Location
Foreshore, Cape Town, 8001
What to Wear
- ✓Comfortable clothing
- ✓Closed shoes
- ✓Warm jacket
Things to Bring
- ✓Valid driver's license
- ✓Credit card for security deposit
- ✓Cash for toll roads
Passenger Policy
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One free passenger may join the driver for the day.
Weather Policy
Weather
Operates in safe weather conditions. Flexible wet weather policy applies.
- ✓The drive will take place in all safe weather conditions
- ✓If it rains, rescheduling is available
- ✓Voucher valid for 3 years can be issued if conditions are unsuitable
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Safety comes first.
Booking Policy
Cancellation Policy
T's & C's apply. Flexible wet weather policy allows rescheduling or vouchers.
- ✓T's & C's apply
- ✓Cancellation terms must be confirmed with the operator
- ✓Wet weather allows rescheduling or voucher valid for 3 years
- ✓Security deposit terms apply
Safety Policy
Safety & Compliance
All vehicles are factory built and comply with all regulations set out by the South African Department of Transport. Safety along with a memorable experience are the two most important factors.
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All vehicles are factory built
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All vehicles comply with South African Department of Transport regulations
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A valid driver's license is required
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The minimum driver age is 23 years
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Chapman's Peak Drive is restricted for safety reasons
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Fuel must be replenished on return
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Safety comes first.
Vehicle
Vehicle Details
Class
Modern Classic
Doors
2
Seats
2
Fuel
Petrol
Gearbox
Automatic
Engine
V8
Route
Route Information
Recommended Self-Drive Routes
Whether you prefer coastal views or countryside charm, the Cobra is the perfect way to experience Cape Town's most celebrated destinations. We provide turn‑by‑turn itineraries directly to your smartphone or GPS so you can enjoy the drive without worrying about navigation.
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Cape Peninsula Highlights: Boulders Beach and its famous penguins
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Cape Point's dramatic cliffs and ocean vistas
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Hout Bay Harbour and local markets
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Noordhoek's long, sweeping coastline
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Constantia's lush wine valley
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Cape Winelands Option: Stellenbosch and Franschhoek — boutique shops, wine estates, mountain passes, and charming cafés
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Chapman's Peak Drive is restricted for safety reasons
Security
Security & Liability
Security & Liability Holding Fee
Card Pre-Authorisation
A temporary holding fee covering insurance excess, vehicle damage, traffic fines, recovery costs, or breaches of the rental agreement.
R 20,000
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Any unused amount is released after inspection and fine clearance.
Cash Deposit
R20,000or $1,200
Payment Method
Cash
Paid At
Venue
Cash deposits for sunset/sundowner hires may only be collected from 08:30 the following day.
Need to know
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Minimum age: 23 years
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Valid driver's license required
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Duration: 08:30 – 16:30 (8 hours)
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110 km free mileage included
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Additional mileage: R20.00 per km
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Fuel must be replenished on return
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Extra driver fee: R500
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One free passenger may join the driver
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R15,000 security deposit (card pre-authorisation) or R20,000 cash deposit
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Chapman's Peak Drive is restricted for safety reasons
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T's & C's apply
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Go-Pro and SD card rental packages available
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Refreshments, t-shirts, caps, and blankets available for purchase
Frequently Asked Questions
Good to Know
An itinerary will be drawn up while the guest completes the paperwork. Turn-by-turn itineraries are loaded directly to your smartphone or GPS.
All our cars are factory built and comply with all regulations set out by the South African Department of Transport. Safety along with a memorable experience are the two most important factors for our Brand.
We can currently take up to 10 pax in Backdraft Cobra's at a time but have a few other great classics we can offer in conjunction to accommodate larger groups. Up to 20 pax can be arranged.
We have a flexible wet weather policy. The drive will take place in all safe weather conditions permitting. If you wake up and find it is raining we will allow rescheduling of the experience or issue you with a voucher valid for 3 years to take up the experience at a convenient time.
Bring along your driver's license, credit card, and cash for refuelling the car. All our cars have pre-installed Go-Pro mounts and we provide Go-Pro and SD card rental packages allowing you to capture the day on film. We also offer refreshments, t-shirts, caps, and blankets for purchase.
You will drive an official Backdraft Racing Cobra, a factory-built modern classic with a V8 petrol engine, automatic gearbox, power steering, and modern brakes.
The experience includes 110 km of free mileage. Additional mileage is charged at R20.00 per kilometre.
No. Fuel must be replenished on return.
Yes. An extra driver can be added for R500.
A R15,000 amount is pre-authorised on the card as a temporary holding fee. It covers insurance excess, vehicle damage, fines, recovery costs, or rental agreement breaches. Any unused amount is released after inspection and fine clearance.
Yes. The cash deposit is R20,000 or $1,200. Cash deposits for sunset/sundowner hires may only be collected from 08:30 the following day.
No. Chapman's Peak Drive is restricted for safety reasons.
Full Itinerary
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30 min
Collection & Orientation
Arrive at the Foreshore location for paperwork, a safety briefing, and a full orientation on your Cobra. An itinerary will be drawn up while the guest completes the paperwork.
Time
8:30AM
Foreshore, Cape Town
Foreshore, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
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8 hours
Self-Drive Route
Choose your preferred route — Cape Peninsula highlights including Boulders Beach, Cape Point, Hout Bay, and Noordhoek, or the Cape Winelands option exploring Stellenbosch and Franschhoek. Turn-by-turn itineraries are loaded directly to your smartphone or GPS so you can enjoy the drive without worrying about navigation.
Time
8:30AM
Cape Peninsula or Cape Winelands
Cape Town, South Africa
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15 min
Vehicle Return
Return the Cobra to the Foreshore location. Vehicle inspection and fine clearance will be completed before the security deposit is released.
Time
8:30AM
Foreshore, Cape Town
Foreshore, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
stop 1
stop 2
stop 3
1
30 min
Collection & Orientation
Time
8:30 AM
Arrive at the Foreshore location for paperwork, a safety briefing, and a full orientation on your Cobra. An itinerary will be drawn up while the guest completes the paperwork.
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8 hours
Self-Drive Route
Time
Flexible
Choose your preferred route — Cape Peninsula highlights including Boulders Beach, Cape Point, Hout Bay, and Noordhoek, or the Cape Winelands option exploring Stellenbosch and Franschhoek. Turn-by-turn itineraries are loaded directly to your smartphone or GPS so you can enjoy the drive without worrying about navigation.
Open location3
15 min
Vehicle Return
Time
4:30 PM
Return the Cobra to the Foreshore location. Vehicle inspection and fine clearance will be completed before the security deposit is released.
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Tour overview
Slip into the low‑slung seat of a classic Cobra, feel the rumble under you, and let Cape Town's most iconic roads unfold in front of you. This isn't just a drive — it's a head‑turning, wind‑in‑your‑hair, open‑top adrenaline moment wrapped in pure luxury. For the next few hours, the city becomes your playground, and the Cobra becomes your statement piece.
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