About Us

The Jolly Roger Pirate boat

The Jolly Roger Pirate boat was built with the intention of recreating an authentic pirate experience.

Jolly Roger Pirate Boat

To this end, Cape Tour Investments (CTI) paid a great deal of attention to the styling of the vessel, based on historical information of the Galleons sailed by the European pirates, to ensure that visitors could enjoy a safe but genuine pirate experience.

The Crew

The Jolly Roger sails with a crew and skipper that are not only qualifed but are enthusiastic pirates! Costume and high drama at sea is the daily norm for them as they strive to ensure that each visitor leaves exhilarated and thrilled by their trip into piracy.

The Company

Cape Tour Investments (CTI) was founded in 1996 by Esa Yacoob and it remains one of the few black investment companies, that invests in and plays a significant management role in tourist related businesses in Cape Town. The core focus of CTI is tourism which ensures that the end user experiences the best service on offer in this beautiful destination.

Jolly Roger Pirate Boat

Current investments include a stake holding and management role in Robben Island Ferries, Waterfront Shuttles, Nonkululeko Charters, American Express - CTI, Grand Cape Transport Services, Cape Charters, Indaba Curios, Roots of Africa and Tigers Eye Curio Shop.