Cremation Services
In Cape Town and across the Western Cape, cremation is an affordable and space‑saving way to honour your loved one. The City encourages families to consider cremation when it aligns with their beliefs, as it helps preserve limited burial space. We provide respectful cremations with flexible memorial options and ash‑scattering ceremonies, ensuring every family can personalise the farewell.
Why Choose Cremation?
- More affordable than traditional burial services
- Helps alleviate Cape Town’s shortage of burial space
- Flexible memorial options – schedule services at a time that suits your family
- Portable and shareable ashes for families who travel or live abroad
What’s Included
- Collection and dignified care of your loved one
- Arrangement of the cremation with local authorities and paperwork
- Assistance with selecting urns and keepsake jewellery
- Coordination of private or public memorial services
- Ash scattering or interment at a cemetery, memorial wall or at sea
Documents Required
For any cremation in South Africa you will need to provide a BI‑1663/Medical Certificate of Death, a copy of the deceased’s ID, and an address for record purposes. We’ll handle the paperwork so you can focus on remembering your loved one.
Eco‑Friendly & Affordable
Cremation is generally more cost‑effective than a full burial and helps address Cape Town’s shortage of burial plots. We also offer eco‑friendly urns and recommend simple wooden coffins without metal or chemical glues for any service.
Pricing Guidance
Cremation costs vary depending on the memorial service and urn chosen. We’ll provide a transparent, itemised quote and can tailor options to your budget.