Cape Agulhas Full Day tour
Description
Embark on an unforgettable tour to the true tip of the African continent where the 2 oceans officially meet. Discover a small breeding colony of African penguins beforehand and also taste South Africa's award-winning cool climate wines in the Hemel n Arder wine region. Explore an untamed Moravian town from the 1820s called Elim and enjoy plenty photo opportunities as we traverse the extreme south coast of the country on this tour. Albeit being a long drive, The Cape Agulhas tour is much more an authentic experience with a less touristic feel for those in search for such a niche market. The use of a comfortable private vehicle is also guaranteed.
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Itinerary
Betty's Bay is a coastal town an hour east of Cape Town. It was a whaling station in the late 1800s. Later it became better known for its unusual resident: the African penguin! The penguins settled at Stoney Point beach at the of the 20th century. This made Stoney point one of 2 mainland penguin colonies. Guests will have some time to walk along the penguin beach and see the penguins up close.
It would be an injustice to drive through one of the best wine regions in the country and not stop. The Hemel n Aarde (wine region is both close to the sea and at a higher altitude than the Cape Winelands. This is the perfect climate for the cool-climate grape variety. This means wines that are subtle, crisp acidity, a lighter body, and bright fruit flavours. The valley is able to produce some of the best pinot noirs and Chardonnay wines in the country. Your wine tasting experience at Hamilton Russell will not disappoint.
After the wine tasting experience, the tour will continue towards Hermanus. A quaint coastal town which is also South Africa's whale watching capital city. Whales can be spotted here from the whale trail along the shores between the months of June and November every year. Hermanus is also known to be one of of South Africa's gastronomy towns and you will be able to have lunch here before the tour continues South east towards Elim.
From Cape Agulhas, our journey will take us through a picturesque village called Elim. Elim was established in 1824 by German settlers. It was the 3rd Moravian station near Cape Town and very little has changed over the years. Rows of whitewashed, thatch-roofed cottages line the streets of this charming village. And all the fig tree-lined streets lead to the church! Guests will have time to walk around and visit the town's small rose garden.
3 hours Southeast of Cape town City is the most Southern tip of the African continent: Cape Agulhas. It's here that the warm Indian Ocean collides with the icy Atlantic. The rugged coastline hosts over 21 000 wetland and seabirds of different types. The Serengeti of the seas, named because of its diverse marine life, is also a part of the Cape floral kingdom. The richest floral kingdom in the world! About 2000 different plant species are resident in this area and with over 100 being endemic. While we are here, you will have ample time to explore the coastal plains. You can also visit the Cape Agulhas lighthouse; the second oldest in South Africa. A walk up to the summit of the lighthouse provides one with a bird's eye view of the town and the museum at the bottom.
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What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Kindly wait for your guide at the reception of your accommodation
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(53)
This is a great tour exploring the cape outside of Cape Town. It is a long tour, but our guide, Danson, tailored the day to our liking. We were able to skip places that were not of interest to us and enjoy more time at other places. Danson is very knowledgeable about the entire area and made the long drives feel much shorter with his informative description of each place and its history. If you have time, I’d highly recommend this tour and Danson as your guide. He really made experience very enjoyable.
Dear Yash, Thank you for your wonderful review and for taking the time to share your experience with us. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your Cape Agulhas Full Day Tour and that Danson was able to tailor the day to your interests. Providing a personalized experience is something we strive for, and it is great to know that the flexibility of the itinerary allowed you to make the most of your time. We wil be sure to pass along your kind words to Danson. His extensive knowledge of the region and passion for sharing its history are qualities that our guests consistently appreciate. Thank you for your recommendation. We truly value your support and hope to welcome you back for another memorable adventure in the future. Best regards, Pauline
We had an amazing full day experience with Kelvin as our tour guide! We made our way from Cape Town to different towns making our way to the tip of Africa. Kelvin was awesome with all his suggestions and made for a fun experience!
Dear Florence, Thank you so much for taking your precious time to write us such a wonderful review. We are delighted to hear that you had an amazing experience exploring Cape Agulhas and the beautiful towns along the route with Kelvin. Kelvin is passionate about creating memorable journeys, and we are thrilled that his knowledge, recommendations, and enthusiasm helped make your day both fun and enjoyable. The journey to the southernmost tip of Africa is truly special, and we are glad you were able to experience it to the fullest. We appreciate your recommendation and thank you for choosing to travel with us. We hope to welcome you back for another adventure soon! 😊 Best regards, Pauline
Highly professional and informative tour.
Dear Valued Customer, Thank you for your kind feedback. We are delighted to hear that you found the tour highly professional and informative. Our team works hard to provide a memorable and educational experience, and it is always rewarding to know that our guests enjoyed their time with us. We truly appreciate your support and hope to welcome you back on another tour in the future. Best regards, Junior.
Our guide, Danson, was wonderful. He was attentive, very knowledgeable and enjoyed sharing personal stories as well as stories about his very complex country. He adjusted the day's itinerary to our requests and was a skilled driver . We would gladly do a private tour with him again.
Dear Pamela, Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We are delighted to hear that you had such a great experience with Danson. He truly takes pride in sharing his knowledge, personal stories, and love for his country, and we are thrilled that this made your day so memorable. We are especially glad that he was able to tailor the itinerary to your interests and ensure a comfortable and enjoyable experience throughout the day. Your kind words will certainly be shared with him. They will mean a lot. We would be absolutely delighted to welcome you back for another private tour in the future. Thank you again for choosing to explore with us! Best regards, Junior.
It was relaxing and a low pace. Jean is a great tour guide, very accommodating We visited all the places we wanted to accept for the winery that was unexpectedly closed when they got there at 3 PM
Dear Andrei, Thank you for sharing your feedback with us. We are pleased to hear that you enjoyed the relaxed, low-paced nature of the tour and that Jean was a great, accommodating guide who helped make the experience enjoyable. It is wonderful to know that you were able to visit all the places you hoped to see. We do apologize for the disappointment regarding the winery that was unexpectedly closed upon arrival. Unfortunately, occasional last-minute closures are beyond our control, but we truly appreciate your understanding. Thank you again for your kind words, and we hope to welcome you back on another tour in the future. Best regards, Junior.
It was a great and very interesting trip! where I visited the end of the world! Thank you, Danson for this memorable day! Sergei, November 25, 2025.
Hi Sergei, Thank you so much for your wonderful message! We are delighted to hear that you had a great and memorable trip visiting the “end of the world” truly is a special experience. We will be sure to pass your kind words on to Danson. It was a pleasure having you on tour, and we hope to welcome you again in the future. Warm regards, Junior.
This was a great trip, but a long drive from Cape Town. Good stops along the way and our tour guide was great and very accomodating.
Hi Peggy, Thank you so much for your feedback! We are glad to hear you enjoyed the trip and appreciated the stops along the way. It is wonderful to know that your guide made the experience enjoyable and accommodating, even with the longer drive from Cape Town. We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. We wish you happy future adventures and safe travels. Best regards, Junior
This is a long journey but worth every minute. I can now cross one thing off my bucket list! We all had a great time.
Dear Traci, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We are thrilled to hear that you had a great time and that the experience was worth the journey. We truly appreciate you choosing to explore with us and hope to see you again for another adventure soon. Warm regards, Junior.
Absolutely wonderful day. Xochitle was an amazing guide who now feels like a friend. It's a long day, but we enjoyed every bit. I highly recommend this tour.
Dear Valued Customer, Thank you for your wonderful review and choosing to travel with us. We are happy to hear that you had such a wonderful day on the tour. She brings such warmth, enthusiasm, and deep knowledge to every experience, and it is heartening to know that her dedication helped turn your day into something memorable. We appreciate you mentioning the length of the day as well. We strive to make every moment engaging, enriching, and enjoyable. We appreciate your recommendation, and we hope to welcome you again. Enjoy your future travels. Best regards
The trip to Cqpe Agulhas was PERFECT. Well curated with adequate time to have lunch, spend time to see penguins, walk along the beach, climb the lighthouse. Our guide Peter was AMAZING! knowledgeable about not just the tour but also Cape town and South Africa as a whole. He was engaging but not overwhelming. Even with my teenage children. Very professional. My interaction with Pauline was very professional, she answered all my questions and enquiries. I would highly recommend this tour with this company. We could not have enjoyed more.
Dear Virginia Thank you for your kind review and choosing to travel with us. We are happy to hear that your trip to Cape Agulhas was a perfect experience for you and your family. It is great to know that the itinerary felt well-curated, allowing you enough time to enjoy all the highlights from watching the penguins and walking along the beach to climbing the iconic lighthouse. We are delighted that his knowledge of Cape Town and South Africa, as well as his friendly and engaging approach, made the trip even more memorable with your teenage children. Thank you for highlighting your experience with Pauline. Providing prompt, informative, and professional service from the very beginning of your journey is incredibly important to us, and we are glad Pauline was able to support you well during the planning process. Thank you for recommending us to other travelers. We appreciate your support, and we look forward to welcoming you again. Enjoy your future travels. Best regards
