All aboard! Africa’s biggest boat show, Boatica Cape Town, comes to the Waterfront this weekend
Africa’s biggest boating exhibition, Boatica Cape Town, is back at the V&A Waterfront from Friday, 25 October to Sunday, 27 October.
Picture: Boatica Cape Town/Facebook
Boatica Cape Town is back and will feature globally sought-after South African-made boats, the latest boating gear, water sports equipment, and cutting-edge marine technology.
The 2024 edition will feature more than 70 exhibitors and over 50 boats will be on display.
There will also be a range of activities including live demonstrations of various vessels, boat racing, product launches, and talks on the maritime industry and work opportunities.
Visitors can even take part in stand-up paddle boarding and sailing lessons from the South African Sailing Academy.
“By attending Boatica, visitors will get an inside view of the opportunities that our marine sector offers, reinforcing our commitment to economic growth through high-growth industries.”
- James Vos, Mayoral Committee Member for Economic Growth
Tickets start at R160 for adults and R50 for children under 12.
“The City proudly supports this event which showcases the best in local marine manufacturing, most of whom are based right here in Cape Town.”
- James Vos, Mayoral Committee Member for Economic Growth
“Boatica is a highlight for the industry because it is a display of the breadth and variety of innovation, talent and skill of our boat-builders.”
- James Vos, Mayoral Committee Member for Economic Growth
The City of Cape Town is hosting a booth with their industry partner, Blue Cape.
Blue Cape is an NPO and the organisation behind the South African Sailing Academy, The Little Optimist Trust; the Shark Spotters NPO; and bag-maker Maykamark.
“The South African leisure boat building industry contributes an incredible estimated R3,2 billion to the country’s economy every year, and to the wider ocean economy, a further R2 billion. Boatica Cape Town plays a pivotal role in promoting South Africa's boat building industry on the global stage, making it an integral partner to the industry."
- Bruce Tedder, Blue Cape founder and chairperson of the South African Boatbuilders Export Council
"We anticipate an exceptional show this year."
- Bruce Tedder, Blue Cape founder and chairperson of the South African Boatbuilders Export Council
For more details or to buy tickets, see the Boatica website here.