{"id":981,"date":"2021-08-18T11:39:50","date_gmt":"2021-08-18T11:39:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wandercapetown.com\/?p=981"},"modified":"2023-08-07T18:23:47","modified_gmt":"2023-08-07T18:23:47","slug":"paintball-cape-town","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wandercapetown.com\/adventures\/paintball-cape-town\/","title":{"rendered":"Paintball Cape Town | Where to Play & What to Expect"},"content":{"rendered":"

If you are looking for an adventurous activity for a group of friends, colleagues, or family, paintball is an option like no other. The intensity and fun make it an experience to remember. And getting shot on the leg by someone you shot on the helmet brings everyone a little bit closer.<\/p>\n

I went paintballing in Cape Town with some of my more game colleagues, and the atmosphere was exciting for days in advance. In the office, we made jokes and trash-talked way too much for people who were all about to be shot, whether new to the sport or pretty darn experienced. So it was lots of fun before the game even started.<\/p>\n

What to expect from paintballing in Cape Town<\/h2>\n

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If you\u2019re getting ready to play paintball, you\u2019re likely a little nervous of the technicalities. You will get shot, and it might be painful. It might even be very painful. But fortunately, when you\u2019re running, searching, aiming through the trees and pulling the trigger, your adrenaline will be high enough for it to not really matter.<\/p>\n

So don\u2019t worry too much about the bruises. Or at least, don\u2019t let it put you off so that you tell your friends at the last minute \u201cactually, I\u2019m not feeling so good today, you\u2019ll have to go without me\u201d. Because they will, and will have an experience to keep them talking for ages after.<\/p>\n

If you\u2019re like me and want to first just catch up with your friends or colleagues and build on the excitement for the day, going for a beer beforehand is a great idea. It may even help with the nerves!<\/p>\n

Best places to play paintball in Cape Town<\/h2>\n

Cape Town is a fantastic place to play this physically active game. The weather is generally mild, so you won\u2019t completely overheat when you\u2019re running across the field. Unless you go on a day with a 30+ heatwave like one of the times my team played.<\/p>\n

The other great thing about playing in this city is that Cape Town is naturally beautiful, particularly as you drive out a bit. Which is where you\u2019ll find the best paintballing places. You do need space to run around after all.<\/p>\n

So here are the very best paintball places in and around Cape Town.<\/p>\n

Reapers Paintball<\/h3>\n

In first place is my favourite spot, Reapers. Here you\u2019ll be running under the trees, using them and \u201cdebris\u201d as cover. They have a number of different game options so that you can choose how long you want to be playing, and how many paintballs you want. Though you can always buy more in between paintball games.<\/p>\n

I am a particular fan of Reapers because the second time we came here to play, they introduced a smoke bomb to the game, which really made it feel like we were at war. Plus, the manager insisted that I use his professional paintball rifle so that I could get a real feel of the sport.<\/p>\n

You\u2019ll find Reapers in Brackenfell, right next to a cute little pub, where you can grab a beer before or after the game. The prices at this paintball place range from R115 to R250, depending on how long you want to play. If you\u2019re not very fit, I recommend the 1.5 hour slot, as it gets pretty exhausting.<\/p>\n

And if you\u2019re wanting to get more fit for the experience, check out our favourite Cape Town hiking trails<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Ground Zero Paintball<\/h3>\n

Ground Zero is a similarly popular paintball spot, with a bit of a different vibe. Instead of trees and haphazard wooden structures, they have blown up obstacles and a clean green lawn.<\/p>\n

This is the ideal place to visit if you\u2019re playing with children, or are organizing a game for a few youths. There is also a jungle gym and a number of picnic tables, making it a great place to hold a children\u2019s birthday party.<\/p>\n

Munition Paintball<\/h3>\n

If you\u2019re willing to drive a little further out of town, Munition Paintball may be the one for you. It has a beautiful playing ground amongst the trees and includes some rusty old cars and obstacles. It\u2019s positively apocalyptic.<\/p>\n

Their packages range from 1.5 hour games to 3 hour marathons. As previously mentioned, dashing about gets tiring, especially with a helmet that must stay on at all times. So the shorter slot will likely suit all newbies and those of us with anything other than an impressive level of fitness.<\/p>\n

What happens when you arrive<\/h3>\n

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When you get to the paintball field, you\u2019ll meet the organizer and their marshalls, who will be with you for the game. You\u2019ll get a chance to settle, pay the fee, form teams, and say a last few jokes and insults.<\/p>\n

Women will get a covering that protects their chest and back, because breasts are a particularly sensitive spot, and safety first. Everyone will get a helmet, which cannot be taken off at any point during the game (again, safety first!).<\/p>\n

Then everyone will get a piece of fabric with their team colour, which you must tie somewhere visible on yourself. You don\u2019t want to be shot by your own team, after all.<\/p>\n

Next, you\u2019ll be given your gun. They\u2019ll run you through how to use it and the safety regulations<\/a> as well as what to expect for the game. Here are the most important rules:<\/p>\n