Winter doesn’t have to mean spending every weekend under a blanket wondering what to do. If cabin fever is starting to creep in, there’s plenty happening indoors across South Africa that’ll keep you entertained without having to brave the cold.
These activities prove that play isn’t just for kids.
Race around an indoor go-kart track
Nothing warms you up quite like a little healthy competition. Indoor go-karting is fast, fun and surprisingly addictive, whether you’re celebrating a birthday or simply settling an ongoing family rivalry.
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- Century Karting (Cape Town)
- Indy Kart Indoor Karting (Johannesburg)
- Kyalami Indoor Karting (Midrand)
Put your teamwork to the test in an escape room
You have 60 minutes to crack codes, solve clues and escape before time runs out. It’s one of those activities where everyone suddenly becomes either a detective or completely useless under pressure.
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Channel your inner action hero with laser tag
Forget running around the garden with toy guns. Laser tag arenas feature smoke machines, glowing obstacles and themed battlefields that make you feel like you’re inside a video game.
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Book a sip-and-paint evening
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No artistic talent? No problem. Grab a glass of wine, pick up a paintbrush and enjoy an evening that’s more about having fun than creating a masterpiece.
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Paint your own pottery
A slower-paced afternoon, but just as satisfying. Paint mugs, bowls or planters that you can actually use at home afterwards.
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Try an indoor climbing wall
Whether you’re a complete beginner or already love the outdoors, indoor climbing gyms offer routes for every skill level without worrying about the weather.
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Smash things in a rage room
Had a stressful week? Instead of bottling it up, put on some safety gear and smash bottles, electronics and crockery in a controlled environment.
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Go bowling
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Some classics never get old. Add burgers, milkshakes and a little friendly competition and you’ve got an easy winter outing sorted.
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Play indoor mini golf
Mini golf gets a glow-in-the-dark makeover at these colourful indoor courses.
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Test your aim with axe throwing
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A little unexpected, but incredibly satisfying. Trained instructors show you the ropes before you start aiming for the bullseye.
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