Is Cape Town Safe for Tourists? Loads of Safety Tips & Advice

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  • In this video we look at a series of tips talking about the crime and tourist safety at street level in Cape Town city central. Dean Paarman from Travelvids.tv walks the streets of the city - including the "infamous most dangerous" Long Street.
    Here are the topics we cover:
    1. Safety on the Roads: • Is Cape Town Safe for ...
    2. Public Transport: • Is Cape Town Safe for ...
    3. How to get around on foot
    (& street etiquette): • Is Cape Town Safe for ...
    4. Where to stay: • Is Cape Town Safe for ...
    Get a series of tips on personal safety when driving in cape town, walking the streets of cape town and dealing with people.
    Remember to be patient, courteous, vigilant, pack your stuff out of sight and you will be safe in Cape Town.
    We made this video to support Cape Town Tourism and help people make a decision on whether this place is for you or not.
    Please see out video on Long Street and subscribe for many more Cape Town Travel Videos. • Long Street, Cape Town...
    We understand that cape night life is different, and we promise to cover this some day soon too.
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  • @tjpotvin
    @tjpotvin 4 ปีที่แล้ว +99

    Thank you so much! My family is planning to fly to Johannesburg for a safari and then Cape Town for shark diving. I was afraid of Cape Town because of the reputation. You made me feel more assured that I shouldn't be worried about getting killed or something. Now I know how to be careful and I feel more comfortable. I hope to visit South Africa this upcoming February. Thank you again.

    • @rwd2213
      @rwd2213 4 ปีที่แล้ว +46

      Ironic...going shark diving, and yet worried about the safety on the streets.

    • @clm652
      @clm652 4 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      Yes, trust some rube on the internet with your life....has everyone gone mad? 300% more murders than Chicago which has 5x the population....you are literally 15x more likely to be killed in Capetown than in the murder capital of the USA. But....but....some rando w a room temp IQ on the interwebs said it was ok. Darwin wins again.

    • @tjpotvin
      @tjpotvin 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      @@clm652 Chicago isn't the murder capital of the US. And cape town is one if the most popular tourist cities in Africa. We also know a guy from South Africa who's telling us that cape town isn't terrible.

    • @clm652
      @clm652 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      @@tjpotvin Chicago has the most TOTAL murders per year of any US city since 2012, if you want to split hairs and stay ' murder rate' its still top 5 year after year. But don't be pedantic and dishonest, Chicago doesnt matter...just use St Louis if you want, you know what my point was but because you're in denial you're sperging out on an insignificant detail. The fact remains that you are quite literally FIFTEEN TIMES MORE LIKELY TO BE KILLED in Cape Town than in the cities with the highest murders in the USA. That is irrefutable. Im sure this time you'll tell me my punctuation is wrong thus disproving my point. Yawn....actually, go to Cape Town, please, do us all a favor.

    • @kagisomoerane9855
      @kagisomoerane9855 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Media has a way of exaggeration stuff, I'm from South Africa and Capetown is probably the safest place here in SA. you should actually be more worried about Johannesburg CBD. If you do go to the city of JOZI, go with a local

  • @josecarpin
    @josecarpin 4 ปีที่แล้ว +300

    I am from Spain. I've being working and living in Cape Town for 3 years and I didn't have any problem. Love you South Africa!!!!!!!

    • @Travelvids
      @Travelvids  4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      genial escuchar que eres feliz aquí

    • @stephaniewin9072
      @stephaniewin9072 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Is your job in south africa or in spain what do you do for a job there

    • @YourTravelWithOlivia
      @YourTravelWithOlivia 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I love Spain... I hope I love South Africa

    • @thepenetrator2006
      @thepenetrator2006 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Ya because i protect the streets here i get paid alot to do it

    • @lucaspham5238
      @lucaspham5238 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Loved to hear, I am gaining experience and wish to move there one day in the next 2-3 years. What is the most language they are speaking there ?

  • @isacumba482
    @isacumba482 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you so much for this video and for the tips. This was very helpful and every city should have a guide like this.🙏

  • @momentsPY
    @momentsPY 4 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Great info. Thanks. Planning to visit S.A. in October - November. Will take care. Greetings from Paraguay.

  • @sarahboudreau2390
    @sarahboudreau2390 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Hi Dean, I will be traveling to Cape Town later this month and this video has been the most helpful one I've found about safety and info about the Mother City. Thank you for sharing your knowledge! I am feeling very confident now about visiting! Keep up the great work!

  • @cliffm6566
    @cliffm6566 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks, great info. I’ve been to CT, had a fantastic stay and want to return during our horrible Canadian winter to the enjoy the gorgeous beaches and warm weather.

  • @gyorgyrabenschwartz9610
    @gyorgyrabenschwartz9610 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Honest words; most appreciated!

  • @leszeknagooglach
    @leszeknagooglach 4 ปีที่แล้ว +58

    Watching the vid I realised how lucky I am to have been born where all these precautions are needless. We take so many things for granted...

    • @lukamodric7
      @lukamodric7 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Well...I live there soooooo yeah

    • @subwaysurfer5378
      @subwaysurfer5378 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Finally someone with sense

    • @shannonknapton9963
      @shannonknapton9963 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Yeah, Canada here. I'm dumbfounded that people have to take precautions like these, did not realize how safe we have it.

    • @daggggy
      @daggggy 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@shannonknapton9963 For now

  • @maricarmenauclair2189
    @maricarmenauclair2189 ปีที่แล้ว

    hanks so much for making me aware of all the things to watch for. Very excited to come visit Cape Town.

  • @tanilife4926
    @tanilife4926 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for sharing nice video!!!
    I was literally watching this video 1 year ago, and came here at that time. And now, it’s showed up again 😳😳
    I’m so surprised and feeling happy. Anyway thank you for sharing nice video. I subscribed👍🏽👍🏽

  • @melmjetset1876
    @melmjetset1876 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    so useful! thanks for posting

  • @merelitamccarthy5131
    @merelitamccarthy5131 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video. Looking forward to see your country soon. Thank you.

  • @silentlessons4221
    @silentlessons4221 4 ปีที่แล้ว +69

    In south africa as a whole here is the algorithm for living there in peace : 1). Make sure by 7pm u r at home 2). Mind your company 3). Avoid a huge network of friends 4). Never show off 5). Never ever show off. 6). Dont show off

    • @Travelvids
      @Travelvids  3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Thats pretty good actually.

    • @AI-gd7lz
      @AI-gd7lz 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      why should one avoid a huge network of friends?

    • @vcool
      @vcool 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@AI-gd7lz I don't know, but in the US, friends can bring more friends, one of whom can have a gun and go on a rampage, or can otherwise risk getting you in a lot of trouble by influencing you the wrong way.

    • @AI-gd7lz
      @AI-gd7lz 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@vcool i see

    • @PFNel
      @PFNel 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@jonnyb1761 No, of course not. Friends are people you know.

  • @WailuaMark
    @WailuaMark 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Great video and awesome advice! I want to visit Cape Town soon. I currently reside in America, but have lived almost all over the world except on the African continent. South Africa needs to be on my short list and Cape Town is the target for my (hopeful) South African visit. Thanks for posting this video and down-sizing the fear factor so many have of your country. I was in Chicago for a month and that's one scary place to be, especially at night! The same goes for Honolulu's China Town. I've lived most of my life on Oahu and nighttime in China Town is scary!

  • @chlimfm2699
    @chlimfm2699 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Great video! Looking forward to go to Cape Town soon!

  • @saweezaaa
    @saweezaaa 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    So helpful! Thank you so much!! Can't wait to visit Cape Town.

  • @IwasInThe60s
    @IwasInThe60s ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Driving in Cape Town is like driving in Paris or Rome. If you reach your destination safely, your holiday is already blessed!😆

  • @dmorays2
    @dmorays2 4 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Hey, loved your tips. I was in CPT last year and I'm heading again at the end of this month. I miss the city a lot.

  • @vladanlausevic7971
    @vladanlausevic7971 5 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Very informative with a touch of humour

  • @sirmar3224
    @sirmar3224 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I really enjoyed your vlog. great!

  • @user-qb7md2hl5k
    @user-qb7md2hl5k 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    your advice is spot on / well said

  • @krogers17
    @krogers17 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I am so glad you have this post. Having a guide is great to learn alot that otherwise you would never know. But your POV on day time safe walking is what many don't talk about - that with common sense it is safe to walk in the day time. I walked myself Long Street (even at night) and there are many safety officials all along. Just get rid of the "opportunistic" side of things by not being stupid. I also walked all of Salt River on my own taking an Uber to get there, from Long Street to V&A along the canal and habour areas, and through Bokaap and from there back to Long Street. Again, no issues whatsoever but I was always careful. Cape Town is gorgeous to see while walking.

  • @arpadinho
    @arpadinho 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great video! Thanks 👍

  • @kimicollier9846
    @kimicollier9846 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    You're a great ambassador for Cape Town. Thanks for sharing.

    • @Travelvids
      @Travelvids  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks Kimi - We try :-D

  • @pitmonk
    @pitmonk 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    great video, many thanks.

  • @cloudsmari
    @cloudsmari 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Thanks for this guide! My best friend and I will visit Cape Town this year for the first time. We stay in a hostel so hopefully we’ll meet more people to explore the city with. Being in a group makes things definitely safer. But I lived in London for 2 years which unfortunately recently has a lot of terror attacks and knife crime but I never felt unsafe. I think it’s the same with every big city. Be aware of what’s around you, stay away from dodgy areas and areas you don’t know especially at night and you’re good! I’m happy I found this video because it made me even more excited for my trip! :)

  • @lsmerq5342
    @lsmerq5342 4 ปีที่แล้ว +37

    I've been to Cape Town and the area around it for 10 weeks. I'm European and you should not travel alone at night through Cape Town and especially not through Long Street. If you feel unsafe find someone you can walk for some meters. If you are 4+ people you are totally fine with partying on Long Street but don't be confused or scared if somebody wants to sell you some drugs... just smile it off.
    I would love to add that Cape Town is probably the most beautiful place I've ever been to!

    • @woodfinchcrafts7267
      @woodfinchcrafts7267 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      "feeling safe" is one of the less useful senses. In fact it means nothing

    • @sussyamogussus
      @sussyamogussus 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      of course u should'nt dumbass , u should'nt do it in any city infact , XDDD , idiot

    • @subwaysurfer5378
      @subwaysurfer5378 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@sussyamogussus You are dumbass.You should get out of your hateful bubble and take a look at what is going on around you

    • @alwaysaboveyou8494
      @alwaysaboveyou8494 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@sussyamogussus have you been to Dubai? you can walk here whenever you like,

  • @katiaantonova6949
    @katiaantonova6949 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I loved this. You have a new subscriber ^^

  • @gondaritselem3232
    @gondaritselem3232 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Cape Town I miss you again . Nice video my bro

  • @yassersami
    @yassersami 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks! Excellent video! Really educational! I liked your expressions! Just in need visiting Cape right now ;) The City is great, people are very friendly, helpful, and smiling throughout!

    • @subwaysurfer5378
      @subwaysurfer5378 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      No it's pure lies. Cape Town is not safe

  • @superragnbalheresalam5592
    @superragnbalheresalam5592 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice information bro and I subscribed your channel

  • @julibellonie93
    @julibellonie93 ปีที่แล้ว

    Amazing video! Thank you :))

  • @PLMORRISON
    @PLMORRISON 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    I used to travel a lot to Southern Africa, and spent a lot of time in Harare in the 1990's, and a fair bit in Joburg (it was different then). Maybe it was my demeanor/ how I carried myself, but I walked all over downtown Harare , including the botanical gardens(and there was a little political unrest) without ever having a problem. I do recall a friend of mine who was an old Rhodesian, said to me once that I was a fool and could have had my throat slit, but I never sensed it. Saying that, I grew up as a teenager wandering into NYC, for example, and there was a lot of crime at that time. I developed street smarts, and knew when and where to go. Bad things can happen anywhere, but it is also like you have said in the video , be vigilant and always know where you are. Stay discreet (no cameras...jewelry....try as much as possible not to look like a tourist) and always have a look like you are on a mission or know where you are going (even if you don't). Only a fool would wander around at night, unless you know someone local that can take you to the right places.

  • @samconway2326
    @samconway2326 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great vid man. Going to cape Town soon so vid was very informative.

    • @woodfinchcrafts7267
      @woodfinchcrafts7267 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      ha ha ha and now you are never returning. what impeccable timing

    • @samconway2326
      @samconway2326 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@woodfinchcrafts7267 ha ha ha not gone yet.

    • @samconway2326
      @samconway2326 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@woodfinchcrafts7267 SA are doing far far better than we regarding Corona. This country's response as been dog sh*t.

    • @woodfinchcrafts7267
      @woodfinchcrafts7267 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@samconway2326 Wow you are very very lucky. You would have been trapped there. They are running out of food- you would not be allowed to leave. For how long? anything up to a few years. That country is in mega trouble

    • @subwaysurfer5378
      @subwaysurfer5378 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      When you do visit you will not like this video

  • @markloeb1854
    @markloeb1854 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wow Dean. Well done 🦋👣

  • @nunyabiz12345
    @nunyabiz12345 4 ปีที่แล้ว +40

    I dont recommend asking someone where the atm is

    • @Travelvids
      @Travelvids  4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Probably best to ask someone in a shop, or one of the CCID Security guards

    • @nunyabiz12345
      @nunyabiz12345 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@Travelvids or just keep walking until you find it.

    • @Andrew_Tate_Personal
      @Andrew_Tate_Personal 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      ​@@Travelvids No, Dont ask Security guards. Trust 1 one here.

  • @michaelgarcia7792
    @michaelgarcia7792 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I've met numerous of people from SouthAfrica and some day when the right time comes I would like to visit CapeTown and follow the rules of safety precoutions and travel safe,

  • @InvincibleKim
    @InvincibleKim 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Loved this video!

    • @Travelvids
      @Travelvids  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you KIM 😍

  • @CindyVine
    @CindyVine 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great advice here, was just in Cape Town last week!

    • @Travelvids
      @Travelvids  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      excellent - and what was your opinion on safety?

    • @CindyVine
      @CindyVine 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Travelvids I never felt unsafe at any time. But then, I did not do anything to attract crime.

  • @lamintouray7386
    @lamintouray7386 5 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Very informative. Thank you.

    • @Travelvids
      @Travelvids  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Lamin Touray pleasure!!! Don’t forget to watch your Back and don’t accept help at an ATM 🤗

    • @subwaysurfer5378
      @subwaysurfer5378 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      People are telling lies have you ever been robbed in Tokyo

  • @sharonhoyt5295
    @sharonhoyt5295 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Good advise for any traveler, thanks soo much for the good tips on where to stay and how to move around! World travel is the best way to learn the world and it's history!

  • @luckyoshevire3455
    @luckyoshevire3455 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Tanx for this , love ❤️ from nigeria

  • @vladanlausevic7971
    @vladanlausevic7971 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thanks for this video

    • @Travelvids
      @Travelvids  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      you planning on coming?

    • @vladanlausevic7971
      @vladanlausevic7971 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Travelvids I was in Capetown in April snd I am looking forward to come again

  • @robbieirlam414
    @robbieirlam414 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    What every tourist or visitor needs to watch!

  • @briandowning4484
    @briandowning4484 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you good vid👍😊

    • @Travelvids
      @Travelvids  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks Brian ;-)

  • @jimvaughan5617
    @jimvaughan5617 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I was there a few months ago with my girlfriend. This video is spot on. We were almost robbed twice, both at night time in the central district. One of the times the security guy was in on it and kept turning our uber driver away intentionally until we got one that refused to leave us when he saw what was going on and saw us across the street. He told us they were trying to rob us. We stayed on the move and a small group of young men were following us trying to get to us. Other than that we loved Cape town lol

  • @michaelcapo5512
    @michaelcapo5512 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Yea man you passed by my old Apartment at 7:28. So many good memories!

    • @Travelvids
      @Travelvids  4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      lekker... also used to live in the city (well still do - but further out)

    • @michaelcapo5512
      @michaelcapo5512 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Travelvids cheers bru 🤘🏼 enjoy the videos

  • @quintinmaartens2891
    @quintinmaartens2891 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Long street at night is a No No, being South African living in UK I was aware of the tricks, met a group out in the evening and then a girl I met sent me a message on Instagram saying her phone got stolen. Also the same evening a guy approached me and played a trick saying he wants to feel me shoes but felt his hand in my pocket. Luckily I was forceful and he went running.
    Also if you going for a few drinks in the evening, its always fun staying late after having a few. But avoid it past 1am. The streets become scary, even though we were a group of 5 guys we were scared. Uber is king and remember ask people for help. But people that approach you are most likely after something

  • @craig9563
    @craig9563 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Beautiful accent , (p.s. we went to South Africa from Australia in 2011. JHB, Kruger, Kwazulu-natal and CT. Loved it all and no safety issues. Stayed in well touristed areas). We have since stayed briefly in JHB a few times (en route to other places in Africa) and all good.

  • @YourTravelWithOlivia
    @YourTravelWithOlivia 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I'm intrigued by your presentation... I will stay (subscribed)

  • @silvi9467
    @silvi9467 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thanks for this video! im arriving as solo female in 2 weeks!!! im very excited and don't have accommodation yet. so this will help me a lot!

    • @KB-sg7tv
      @KB-sg7tv ปีที่แล้ว

      How good your trip go? I’m planning to visit Cape Town as a solo female traveler as well.

    • @silvi9467
      @silvi9467 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@KB-sg7tv my trip was awesome!!! I’ve stayed in a hostel n met lots of ppl. So we went out of drinks at night. During the day there’s a lot to do, like hiking or diving. I will recommend the peninsula tour first, coz it’s difficult to do it on your own.

    • @KB-sg7tv
      @KB-sg7tv ปีที่แล้ว

      @@silvi9467 Great thanks! Glad it went well!😊

  • @SonaUniverse
    @SonaUniverse ปีที่แล้ว +16

    I've lived in Cape Town for 2 years about 8 years ago. I lived in Obs, Kenilworth and Llandudno and I think your advice was on spot. I walked around my neighbourhoods during the day, walked to work and even took the minibusses. But I learned quickly to always be aware of my surroundings. Nothing ever happened to me but I did hear many stories also from locals about pickpocketing and other things.
    Like he said, this city is not for you if you don't wanna do that. Be aware of the neighbourhoods and their safety. There are some sketchy corners here and there. Maybe get a local guide that can show you around, people are extremely friendly and happy to help you out.

  • @MrElhabib123
    @MrElhabib123 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Educational videos.... thank you 🙏
    Subscribed... how about a video about restaurants ...? Suggestion.. thanks

    • @Travelvids
      @Travelvids  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      We where hoping other people would make that one

  • @vuyoveezy1894
    @vuyoveezy1894 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Looking forward to visiting Cape Town soon

  • @johnai273
    @johnai273 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    i've been to south africa and something to remember is never use the metro inside cape town only get on in other places and get off one stop b4 cape town

  • @Monkeegenesgroup
    @Monkeegenesgroup 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for uploading 😃 when was this filmed? Weather is stunning! When is the best time to come weather wise?

    • @Travelvids
      @Travelvids  4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Hey Cam, it was filmed exactly a year ago.... at beginning of Feb 2019.... not too much has changed in the last year

  • @bohemia9956
    @bohemia9956 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have been to cpt sooo many times and im finally about to move there. I know its all true but i for example got my camera stolen in Barcelona and my money out of my hotel in croatia. But i forgot 9000Euros in a minisafe in a B&B in Capetown (which i dragged with me waiting for the date to open a bank account), i lost a mobile phone and got it back and i did psychotherapy with 80 young drug addicts in a township and experienced nothing but warmth and love. Im not idealising and im not naiive but its all about what you sent out and your ability to pick up what comes towards you. Its all about vibe and magic and your inner compass. Will be forever in love with the mothercity and its people❤

  • @ssjgarfield
    @ssjgarfield 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video =D
    This has given me a lot more assurance about Cape Town. I will be there around end of march/beginning of april as a conclusion to my 22 day trip through South Africa.
    How's the weather in Cape Town around that time? I'm asking this because I want to visit the top of Table Mountain

    • @subwaysurfer5378
      @subwaysurfer5378 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Trust me when you do set foot and get robbed you will not think of this as great

  • @waynepowell5458
    @waynepowell5458 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for the information on Cape Town

    • @Travelvids
      @Travelvids  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      wayne powell no problem... shout if you got questions!

    • @waynepowell5458
      @waynepowell5458 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Travelvids thanks for your reply still thinking about visiting Cape Town could you Recommend a good tour guide in Cape Town thanks

    • @Travelvids
      @Travelvids  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@waynepowell5458 what kind of activities you looking for - the regular "must-see" sites, or more off the beaten track? Adventure / leisure?

    • @waynepowell5458
      @waynepowell5458 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Travelvids mostly CBD tourist things coffee shops and camps bay looks lovely and the tables top mountain

    • @waynepowell5458
      @waynepowell5458 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hello Dean are you on Facebook

  • @The_Angry_BeEconomist
    @The_Angry_BeEconomist 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I've been living inside of the City (at the start of Company Gardens) for 10 years and its far from "different" at night. Also we do not have load shedding so there is that as well, especially if you are living here.

  • @Waldemarvonanhalt
    @Waldemarvonanhalt 4 ปีที่แล้ว +38

    Cape Town has one of the highest murder rates in the world. Don't be lulled into any false sense of security just because some parts of the city look as nice as your home city in Europe etc.

    • @trevorphillips7568
      @trevorphillips7568 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Just avoid manenberg

    • @andrewkeen3129
      @andrewkeen3129 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @Gareth De Bruyn Exactly my bru

    • @woodfinchcrafts7267
      @woodfinchcrafts7267 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @Gareth De Bruyn Oh good - your murder won't fit into that category then

    • @yaseenmeyer8452
      @yaseenmeyer8452 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Cape-town is safe there is petty crime. Like all over the world. But in cape Town you won't have issues some night life spots might be a problem. Not all the one in long street. It's mostly foreign nationals that comes from other parts of Africa that likes to go there especially long street.

    • @seadkolasinac7220
      @seadkolasinac7220 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Lol the murders are in places you would never go to unless you live there. Don’t let statistics mislead you. You know those murders are gang conflicts in the poorest townships. They’re certainly not what a tourist would experience

  • @eduardobapi851
    @eduardobapi851 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Real good informative video bro, now is there any way you could give some advise as of what are some of the safest and affordable neighbourhoods to live in near century city? I might be relocating to CT sometime this year

    • @simonh6371
      @simonh6371 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Khayelitsha is very affordable.

  • @oldbat61
    @oldbat61 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I visited CT twice as a female solo traveller and never had any problems. One day I got well and truly lost and was outside the hospital when I was trying to get back to Long Street. I saw one of the guys in the fluorescent jackets and he kindly walked me from the hospital back to Long Street. Regarding cameras, I have quite a good one and made sure that when I was taking photos in the city , there was always a security guard or a man in the high viz jacket near by. All of the people I met in CT were really friendly and did their utmost to help me. The open top bus tours were absolutely brilliant and very reasonably priced. I did venture out at night once and walking along Long Street was a bit daunting, if you can, don’t walk alone or get a taxi. I love CT and can’t wait to return.

    • @schnabel5347
      @schnabel5347 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      The fact that they have people in a fluorescent jacket is a red flag to me along with all the petty crime advise. Bring your security detail with you.

  • @helvecioielts9
    @helvecioielts9 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice video and you´ve got a very easy accent, everybody can understand you.

  • @AminAmin-hn1tk
    @AminAmin-hn1tk 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you. You are cool!

  • @shewalsaxena5684
    @shewalsaxena5684 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I was robbed when I was walking down the street on knife point. I was too scared. They took my mobile phone and took my vallet at well but hardly got much cash so luckily got my cards back.....it's really a nightmare. All the shops starts getting closed before 7 and if u are waiting for cab better to stay inside premises of any building. Many zombies use to roam in night....

  • @japanjapan118iameatingsushi
    @japanjapan118iameatingsushi 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm watching from Japan.That's nice one!

  • @dordil
    @dordil 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Love Cape Town.Beautiful city.Be street wise.Enjoy our country and our Rainbow Nation.

  • @lenoraqereqeretabua5614
    @lenoraqereqeretabua5614 5 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    Thank you, Dean. I'm from Fiji and was in the Mother City two weeks ago. I loved wandering around Long Street by myself, yes, including getting lost trying to walk from there to the V&A one afternoon. My highlight was the day I spent in Khayelitsha with Jenny Housdon. I hope more visitors to your wonderful city spend less time stressing and lounging by their poolsides and more time enjoying (wisely) the city and the people.

  • @dawoodwilliams3652
    @dawoodwilliams3652 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    what a lot of people don't realize is that most of Cape Town's crime statistics comes from the region of the city where i live and that's the Cape Flats, where gangsterism, drugs and whole manner of other craziness contributes to the crime statistic.
    the city centre is pretty safe, especially during the day and you can walk around the city at night with no real problem, although it's best to walk around with a group at night and try to atleast have one or two males in that group.
    wither it's always good to be aware of your surroundings and keep your wits sharp, no matter where you find yourself in the world.
    and if in the city centre, especially at night, avoid the areas such as the bus terminus, taxi rank and under the bridges and avoid the places where there is huge concentration of homeless people, nothing against homeless people, but this is also where all the street kids and drug addicts hang about, so there will be a higher risk of robberies and pickpocketing.

  • @dwayan99
    @dwayan99 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Very helpful and informative. Thank you

  • @christianbrother4724
    @christianbrother4724 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I would love to visit Cape Town. It has always been my dream.

  • @jeffreywalsby4878
    @jeffreywalsby4878 4 ปีที่แล้ว +32

    Based on your presentation and based on my 75-year old friend whose house was ransacked on the Strand, I would say that Cape Town is a high crime city. Be extremely alert; it's a very sketchy environment. You can always be targeted no matter what you do. I would advise never travel at night unless there is at least four of you/

    • @ganymeade5151
      @ganymeade5151 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      As a woman, I would never go anywhere alone or live there except in some safer place.

    • @lovealways3687
      @lovealways3687 4 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      People get killed everywhere. In the US we have lots of school shootings, fraternities are packed with rapists, people get mugged and shot everyday in America. Crime is everywhere, don't be a fool.

    • @returnofthemac8179
      @returnofthemac8179 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      @@lovealways3687 Crime in a large part of the US is minimal. School shootings? Way to hype that up.

    • @subwaysurfer5378
      @subwaysurfer5378 4 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      @@lovealways3687 Stop playing down Cape Town's crime.South Africa is dangerous and Cape Town is no exception

    • @subwaysurfer5378
      @subwaysurfer5378 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@lovealways3687 Another one that is disconnected from the truth.America has high rate of crime.But here in Cape Town there are worse things happening

  • @jonasv.c.8924
    @jonasv.c.8924 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Excellent video! The golden rule is to always act on the locals' advice. Never walk to a place if the locals recommend going by car. You may think it's ridiculous to take a car to go to a place at walking distance: if the locals are telling you to go by car, it means there's a high risk you'll get mugged at gun point or knife point if you go on foot. So go by car for f**** sake!
    Also, never assume an area is safe at night because it's safe during the day. It may have been safe to walk from your hotel to a restaurant with the sun still shining. But that doesn't mean it's also going to be safe to walk back to your hotel after sunset. Therefore, you should always ask your waiter/waitress for advice. They have your best interest at heart.
    Crime isn't only much more prevalent, it is also more violent than in Europe. If tourists get into trouble in Cape Town, it often is because they walked around as carefree as they would have done in Vienna or Bellagio on Lake Como. Don't make the same mistake and be aware your surroundings! The safety situation in Cape Town is what it is. It's up to you to adapt your behaviour and not to be oblivious, because it's obliviousness that'll get you into trouble.
    That being said: Cape Town is a stunningly beautiful city, and Capetonians are amazing and friendly people. By all means, please do visit the Mother City!

    • @sherrjo
      @sherrjo 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Yeah a city you can't feel safe walking around in is a city that's not for me. Plenty of cities in the world to visit. Having to find taxis to leave your hotel yeah nah.... not for me.

  • @kathymckimm1819
    @kathymckimm1819 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Take care anyway just be prepared and stay with your group don’t go wondering off for a walk after dark. Over and above that enjoy the most magical scenery in the world 🦄🎉👍🌈

  • @user-qp7fl5ir1z
    @user-qp7fl5ir1z ปีที่แล้ว

    Even though I don't know English, I decided to subscribe to this channel

  • @prizefighter07
    @prizefighter07 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Legend!

  • @travelandwatches8
    @travelandwatches8 5 ปีที่แล้ว +32

    I felt very safe in Cape Town, but I also got some advice from people from Cape Town before I visited.

    • @Travelvids
      @Travelvids  4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      good stuff - like anywhere - just watch your step - be informed and have a jol

    • @subwaysurfer5378
      @subwaysurfer5378 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Felt very safe in Cape Town.But you only may have traveled the city during the day.That is incorrect

  • @15queenslanddrive
    @15queenslanddrive 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Lekker vid my bru

  • @evieessence9962
    @evieessence9962 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi there! I'm looking at Cresa Grande Hotel in corner of Strand and Loop street. Would you say this is a safe are at night? Thanks :)

  • @YourTravelWithOlivia
    @YourTravelWithOlivia 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video, especially since it's on safety, the main ficus of my channel as well. And since I am coming to South Africa in 2 weeks, so watching your video was very timely.

    • @subwaysurfer5378
      @subwaysurfer5378 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Great video. Cape Town is not safe. Don't fight me. It's true. Crime is rife in South Africa and pays a price. Cape Town ain't no exception

  • @suegurney4666
    @suegurney4666 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Guests arrived at our Garden Route self catering apartment after having had an awful experience in Adderley st . They were walking alone , obvious tourists and were surrounded by 6 supposed security guards who scammed them and took their cards. They were tricked by them when the thieves told them that hey had to go through various procedures involving the ATM to enter the Waterfront. Hosts should warn tourists about ATM scams, walking alone in the evening, advertising their tourist status and avoid these places on a Sunday when no one else is about.

  • @lesliedeneault4633
    @lesliedeneault4633 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    As human beings, we all like to think that our birth place is the best, after all home is where the heart is. I have been following Kylein and Nojack for some time now, and thanks to them I have seen the good, the bad, and the ugly. Through Kylein' eyes I have gotten to see the most beautiful, breathtaking, spectacular places all around South Africa, and just when you think you've seen it all, he shows you something else (places I've never heard of )all in beautiful, sunny RSA . I am from Cape Town and I love that breathtakingly beautiful place, however, I do know thanks to Kylein, NoJack and Travelvids I get to see this beautiful country like never before (I can't afford to travel), so thank you, lets just sit back and enjoy and remember there is crime and poverty all over the world.

    • @Travelvids
      @Travelvids  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      thank you for your wonderful insight Leslie

    • @subwaysurfer5378
      @subwaysurfer5378 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      It is not wonderful insight.Crime is not all over the world.

  • @nigelwouters7866
    @nigelwouters7866 5 ปีที่แล้ว +47

    Cape Town is ok... but come try the west coast for real peace and quiet!!

    • @natashamcclusky1652
      @natashamcclusky1652 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      West coast I'd in cape town idiot

    • @nigelwouters7866
      @nigelwouters7866 5 ปีที่แล้ว +32

      @@natashamcclusky1652 Cape Town ends by Melkbos (maybe Atlantis) but im in St Helena Bay and this is NOT Cape Town. Why must you be so insulting... and get your spelling right before you call other people idiots.

    • @ethanaf4855
      @ethanaf4855 5 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      @@natashamcclusky1652 you're stupid. He's talking about towns like Saldanha, Langebaan and Paternoster, which is not in or part of Cape Town, but in the West Coast.

    • @nigelwouters7866
      @nigelwouters7866 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@ethanaf4855 thank you

    • @ganymeade5151
      @ganymeade5151 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      The countryside is out of this world beautiful. Don't know how safe it is.

  • @libbyrosewellnesschannel3398
    @libbyrosewellnesschannel3398 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Good video 👍❤️

    • @Travelvids
      @Travelvids  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you 👍

  • @bryanrisi8828
    @bryanrisi8828 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    If you going to Cape Town go to Pakalola, the best for eats and a drink. The best family you’ll ever meet.

  • @michaelgordon3241
    @michaelgordon3241 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love Cape Town!!

  • @valerias_yoga
    @valerias_yoga 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    all what you sayin is a pure truth ! i used to live around this garden you showed on the video, in a day its a safe place but after 5 pm its not really anymore :)

  • @yahyam5698
    @yahyam5698 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very interesting, I was planning to visit Cape Town in general South Africa it’s beautiful country, I was sure for long time should we visit or not for safety concerns, seeing this video I my consider, safety is our number one on our list, which city should we visit on you opinion and where should we stay ? Thanking you...

    • @Travelvids
      @Travelvids  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Def Come visit when the boarders open again... Good places to stay around the city.
      Tamboerskloof, Oranjezicht, Camps Bay, GreenPoint & Sea Point

  • @foxywolf1577
    @foxywolf1577 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    I saw the thumbnail 'Am I safe?'
    And I'm like:nope

    • @subwaysurfer5378
      @subwaysurfer5378 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Probably the only person in the comments that have sense

  • @user-ii5jh2ch2i
    @user-ii5jh2ch2i 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Lived in Cape Town from 1984 - 1988. Went back recently for a
    holiday. Enjoyed it but could never
    live in ZA again. The mentality of
    people there is sonething else.
    Thank goodness we returned to
    Switzerland, where it is beautiful,
    very clean and safe, respect between people reigns supreme
    here plus whatever one could
    wish for. Africa is not what it
    used to be.

    • @woodfinchcrafts7267
      @woodfinchcrafts7267 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Yes we're also in another country now. Surrounded by human beings now. The people there are indeed something else. Kind of like a diseased Animal Farm

    • @Mathilda5xp
      @Mathilda5xp 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I immigrated to a beautiful country many years ago and must say that I don't miss South Africa. It has certainly changed for the worst! Can you imagine the ANC giving people from all the African countries the freedom to walk into SA without a permanent visa? They pay no taxes but they are allowed to erect shanties wherever they want to!

  • @highbury11
    @highbury11 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Where specially would you recommend a couple to stay for 6 days in Cape Town?

  • @mewdedmulugeta4052
    @mewdedmulugeta4052 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Can you write down the safer places to stay in Cape Town? I couldn’t quite catch it during the video? Great video!!

    • @wernertruter1399
      @wernertruter1399 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Bloubergstrand is in cape Town. I would recommend it because i live in Bloubergstrand. Its very safe and the beaches is beautiful

    • @subwaysurfer5378
      @subwaysurfer5378 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      No Cape Town is generally not safe. Go to Australia it's safer there

  • @garciacalavera6830
    @garciacalavera6830 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    what about the trains in Cape Town? Is the line to Simons Bay safe now?

  • @stjohn706
    @stjohn706 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    And also remember to take out life insurance above your travel insurance then you will be fully covered.

  • @peomothupi2294
    @peomothupi2294 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi, do you recommend driving here with a car from a foreign country? In terms of car hijacking and the likes.

  • @bedtimestoryhut
    @bedtimestoryhut 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I really wanna go there but I don't have any friends who would have time to come with me. So after Corona, I need to visit this city alone. :) Thanks!

    • @Travelvids
      @Travelvids  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Be safe ;-) (Might be a while before travel is on again though)

    • @Melaniekayala
      @Melaniekayala 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I am also planning on visiting this beautiful city as a solo female traveler. Cheers!

  • @reenm.11
    @reenm.11 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    FYI Mombasa is very safe and is a beautiful place to be,mr rastaman

  • @EugeneSnoek
    @EugeneSnoek 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hello I am from The Netherlands. Do you maybe know what is a good way to get a sim card and also be able to do a little bit of live streaming like iRL ? I am just looking around I see there are 5 providers but I don't know my way around, I don't think any of our providers have a bit of data. Because I think they only have it in Europe and USA. I know you can buy sims & plans from unlimitedirl and other's but that is way out of my budget. So maybe you have already some experience with it since I heard you were a tour guide and people asked the question already, if I search with google I find those question but not recent ones and not with any satisfying answers yet. I see also Lyca mobile is servicing SA but that is not a real provider more a virtual provider they don't have their own network but maybe a good solution's to have as a backup because I had those sims already so maybe you can buy the sim already beforehand before leaving which is a plus. Hmmm website doesn't seem working atm maybe they don't do much anymore in SA: Lycamobile.co.za Status
    Is lycamobile.co.za down right now?
    It's not just you! lycamobile.co.za is down.

  • @theonly1258
    @theonly1258 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I experienced a lot of begging from mostly women while visiting especially on Long Street (looks like New Orleans).. restaurants tried to rip us off also not bringing change back BUT there are nice areas near waterfront

    • @Travelvids
      @Travelvids  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Sorry to hear that. Yes it does happen alot, unfortunately comes with the territory

    • @Mathilda5xp
      @Mathilda5xp 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      That is so true. The waiters expect you to give them a tip. I have learned not to pay the waiter for my meal. I wait until they bring my bill then I go and pay for my meal at the till and leave a tip for the waiter. The beggars are terrible! They have no money, yet they smoke! I refuse to give them money.