There are some spots to visit where you can get a good sensual massage in Cape Town. Whether you want to pamper yourself or treat a loved one to a relaxing spa experience, these spots have you covered.

Life Day Spa has become a name to know in the local wellness scene, offering bespoke and comprehensive spa packages across two locations in Century City and The Waterfront. Choose two treatments from their balancing stone back, neck & shoulder massage; pressure point foot massage; zesty sugar full body polish; or muscle melt body wrap to create your own hour-long experience. The salon also offers spa party packages and monthly spa specials to keep the cost down.

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Housed in a former harbour master’s residence, this luxe spa offers cosy treatment rooms with elegant white linen drapes and candles for couple’s sessions, as well as outdoor areas beneath swaying palm trees by a pool. Its extensive range of beauty treatments includes classic waxing and hair tinting, as well as deluxe manicures and pedicures. The brand also offers monthly specials – currently the Absolute Spa Ritual and Man of the Hour packages.

Using Tata Harper, Babor and B | Africa products, Ginkgo Spa’s treatment menu is designed to awaken all the senses. The highlight is definitely the Mountain Serenade, an all-over body treatment in a scenic gazebo overlooking the ocean, complete with oysters and strawberries dipped in chocolate. Other options include the Energizing Herbal Oil

Massage and Liquid Yoga Restorative Bath, both of which are available as day packages.