Cape of Good Hope and Boulders Penguins Day Tour from Cape Town
Description
Hi there! I am your local Cape Town guide, and I cannot wait to take you on this tour for I have many stories about the Cape of good hope that I would love to share with you. Pickup will be from your hotel before we head to Bo-Kaap, where the brightly colored houses tell stories of Cape Town’s rich cultural past. From there, we will head along one of the world's most scenic coastal routes. Expect jaw dropping views as we slowly make our way to Cape of good hope. This area is part of the world's richest plant family and optional hikes will be offered to you. We will also explore a few charming seaside towns. In Hout Bay, you will have the option to take a short boat trip out to Duiker Island to see the Cape Fur Seals. Then in Simon’s Town, we will meet the famous African Penguins at Boulders Beach. On our way back to Cape Town, depending on the road traffic flow, we will pass through Muizenberg Beach, known for its colorful beach huts and surf vibe before ending the day at your hotel.
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Itinerary
Shortly after the commencement of the tour, before we leave the city for the coast. We will have the opportunity to make a quick stop in the historic Bo-Kaap to see the brightly colored houses and discover her long history. Your guide will walk you around as you take photos and learn about the history of this neighborhood.
Nestled at the foothills of the Lion's Head Mountain is an affluent suburb called Bantry Bay. Very well known for its wind free status, Bantry Bay has over 250 days of no wind a year which is a great deal in Cape Town considering the mother city's windy climate.
Tucked high up on the mountain side is another opulent neighborhood called Clifton. Besides the expensive real estate, Clifton is also well known for having some of the best beaches near Cape town. The four Clifton beaches that are naturally divided into 4 by granite boulders.
See the beautiful Beverly hills of Cape Town called Camps Bay. Stop briefly to take photos and enjoy the views of the Twelve Apostles.
15 minutes from Camps bay is Hout bay. A town that is surrounded by the mountains and the cold Atlantic. All the roads that leads traffic here goes over mountain passes. Do not be regretting leaving your passports behind when a "Welcome to The republic of Hout bay" sign appears!
Our journey will have an hour lay over at Hout bay harbor whereby you may hop on a boat and embark on a 40 minute scenic journey to an Island inhabited by more than 5 thousand cape fur seals. You will see the seals from the boat and if you may not be keen to take the boat trip you may spend some time exploring the craft market or even take a 10 minute walk to Hout bay Beach. Please note that this optional extra may add another hour onto the tour.
As we leave Hout bay, we will drive onto the world famous Chapman's peak drive. A mountain side road locally known as Chapies. An engineering masterpiece! The Chapman's peak drive meanders for 9km along the giant Chapman's peak mountains that seems to drop into the ocean like an avalanche. You will also have an opportunity to stop for photos and enjoy the views of the Atlantic ocean, the cliffs and the white sandy beaches.
At the Southern end of the Chapman's peak drive is a Noordhoek farm village. The whitewashed and thatched buildings operate as shops trading as raw juice shops, coffee shops, bakery, restaurants hand made crafts shop and clothing stores. A short stop to indulge in some of these will be offered to you.
A mere 200m before the Cape point nature reserve is an Ostrich farm where guest will have an opportunity to stop by along the road and take pictures of Africa's largest bird.
Cape point nature reserve is home to the most south western corner of Africa (Cape of good hope). Rich fauna and flora makes this place a biodiversity hotspot. You will be able to enjoy the views while in the comfort of the vehicle or even by foot.
Famed the corner of Africa. Where the Cold Atlantic and the Indian oceans shares common grounds. The Cape of Good Hope is however only the most South Westerly point of Africa. Hiking trails to the summit of the Cape makes for great activity and sightseeing. The Cape of Good Hope sign is also another big attraction. Possible different hiking trails will be offered to you from here by your guide.
Walk or take a funicular (at own cost) up to South Africa's 3rd oldest lighthouse for a 360 degree view of the national park. The old lighthouse was launched in 1860 only to be decommssioned 40 years and dozens of shipwrecks too late after studies proved that its high altitude posed a great danger to sailors around the cape as they couldn't be able to see it in cloudy weather conditions. A new lighthouse was since built at a much lower altitude.
Another quiet and wealthy town on the false bay coastline. The victorian built Simon's town is home to some of the freshest seafood restaurants and where you might stop for an hour and grab some lunch (guide may choose to have lunch at Cape point depending on how the tour goes)
Boulders Beach Penguin Colony is home to thousands of the endangered tuxedo swimmers, the African penguin! Here you will walk on the beach and take close up photos of one of our flightless birds. Your guide will also provide you with information about the penguin's current affairs.
Muizenberg Beach is also known as "The surfers corner". Brightly colored changing huts on the beach makes for a great photoshoot. Provided that we have time and the traffic flow is reasonable, you will be able to have your last stop before the engines steers north for Cape Town to finish off a great sightseeing day.
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Pickup Locations & Times
Our objective is to initiate the tour at 8:00 AM. Consequently, pickups will be scheduled slightly earlier to guarantee punctuality. There is no need to contact us to inquire about your group tour pickup time. However, you can anticipate a pickup time between 7:30 AM and 8:00 AM. Our efficient operations team will proactively reach out to you by 18:00 PM on the preceding day of the tour to provide you with the precise pickup time for the following morning. Please ensure that you have access to your WhatsApp or email, as the pickup time will be communicated through either of these channels.
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Important Information
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(3,399)
Brilliant day trip visiting all the main sites of Cape Town. Our guide Candy was extremely knowledgeable of all the attractions and made sure we had a great day. Would recommend
An excellent tour that hits major highlights near Cape Town with just the right pacing. Table Mountain and the hike up the Cape Of Good Hope were particular highlights, as was the African Penguin Sanctuary. Candy was an excellent guide who went over much of the history, ecology, and present-day life of the region honestly and without gloss. Micah was also a fine driver. Would recommend to anyone visiting the region, and especially hikers.
This is the best day trip we have had so far! We have traced to many countries and attended many day trips. Nothing can compare with this. Normally you can get one impressive point if you are lucky. We got three for this trip. Our guide Candy is also great. She explained all the things we need yo know and keep the trip fun for the whole day.
We had a great day with Candy as our tour guide and Litha as our driver! Candy was so knowledgeable and kept us entertained all day. No need to take selfies because she was always ready to take pictures. I would highly recommend her!! The tour was a full day and covered everything you could want to see in one day in Cape Town! Table Mountain was unbelievably windy though so be sure to have a jacket! The penguins at Boulder Beach were adorable! And seeing the baboons just walking along the road was wild! A perfect overview experience.
Joseph was amazing! Super knowledgeable, great energy, and he actually took the time to learn everyone’s name which made it feel so much more personal. The views were stunning and I learned so much. 100% worth it, would highly recommend if you’re visiting Cape Town!
Dear Tori, Thank you so much for your fantastic review! We are thrilled to hear that you had such a wonderful experience with Joseph. His passion for sharing the beauty, history, and culture of Cape Town shines through in every tour, and we are delighted that his knowledge, enthusiasm, and personal approach helped make your day so memorable. Taking the time to get to know each guest is something Joseph does naturally, and we are pleased that it made the experience feel more personal and engaging. It is also wonderful to hear that you enjoyed the spectacular scenery and came away having learned so much about the area. Thank you for your recommendation and for choosing to explore Cape Town with us. We truly appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome you back for another unforgettable adventure in the future. Warm regards, Junior.
Such an amazing day, Joseph our guide was informative and knowledgeable, giving us local info and tips for the various stops. A really good value trip, highly recommend
Dear Gabrielle, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We are delighted to hear that you had such an amazing day with Joseph. It is fantastic to know that his knowledge, local insights, and helpful tips enhanced your experience and helped you make the most of each stop along the way. We are also pleased that you found the tour to be great value and worthy of recommendation. Feedback like yours means a great deal to our team and motivates us to continue delivering memorable experiences for our guests. Thank you for choosing to tour with us. We truly appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome you back for another Cape Town adventure in the future. Warm regards, Junior.
We had a nice full day experience with our guide Jean on this tour. We felt like we hit all of the major highlights and had ample time to explore each. Our guide was knowledgeable and provided us with an excellent overview of the area. We booked a subsequent trip with Cape Archives after this experience to the winelands later in our trip. This too, was a nice day. We had kids along with us and the guide did his best to make it fun for them as well given their inability to participate in the wine-related activities. Our only comment was that we wished we had more time to spend in the towns of Stellenbosch and Franschhoek.
Dear Valued Customer, Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience with us. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed both your Cape Peninsula tour and your subsequent Winelands tour with us. It is wonderful to know that Jean's knowledge and guidance helped provide an excellent introduction to the region, and that you felt you had enough time to experience the major highlights along the way. We are especially pleased that you chose to join us again for a second tour after your first experience. It is always a great compliment when guests trust us with more of their time during their visit. Thank you as well for your feedback regarding Stellenbosch and Franschhoek. These charming towns have so much to offer, and we certainly understand wishing for more time to explore them. We continuously review guest feedback as we look for ways to enhance our tour experiences. We are also glad to hear that Jean made an effort to keep the day enjoyable for the children, ensuring that everyone in your group could have a memorable experience. Thank you again for your kind words and valuable feedback. We hope to welcome you and your family back to Cape Town for more adventures in the future. Warm regards, Junior.
My daughter and I had a fabulous day with Candy and Litha. We arrived yesterday as first timers to South Africa, and today got such a great overview of Cape Town with Candy as our tour guide. We admired all the beautiful coastal views, learned alot about the history of South Africa, and enjoyed our visit with the penguins. Candy explained everything very well and was on hand to help take pictures. It was a day well spent.
Dear Valued Customer, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We are delighted to hear that you and your daughter had such a fabulous day exploring Cape Town with Candy and Litha. There is no better way to begin a first visit to South Africa than by taking in the spectacular coastal scenery, learning about the country's rich history, and meeting the charming penguins along the way. Candy will be thrilled to know that her knowledge, explanations, and assistance throughout the day helped make your experience so enjoyable. We will also be sure to share your kind words with Litha for ensuring a smooth and comfortable journey. Thank you for choosing to spend part of your first South African adventure with us. We truly appreciate your feedback and are so pleased that the day provided such a memorable introduction to Cape Town. Warm regards, Junior.
Amazing experience!!! We had such a fun tour and learned so much while taking in the beautiful sites. Candy was an incredible tour guide and Litha was a fantastic driver. Would highly recommend!!
Dear Megan, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We are delighted to hear that you had such an amazing experience. It is fantastic to know that you enjoyed the tour, learned so much along the way, and had the opportunity to take in all the beautiful sights. Candy will be thrilled to hear your kind words about her guiding, and we will be sure to pass along your compliments to Litha as well for making the journey comfortable and enjoyable. Thank you for choosing to tour with us and for taking the time to share your experience. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you back to Cape Town again in the future. Warm regards, Junior.
We had an incredible tour today, and I highly recommend it! Our guide, Candy, was exceptional. She is incredibly knowledgeable and shared so much fascinating history, information about the locals, and insights into the local wildlife. The timetable of the day was amazing as well. Everything flowed seamlessly and was perfectly paced. For me, the absolute highlights of the tour were the Cape Point hike, and visiting Boulders Beach, where we saw the jackass penguins up close. A huge thank you to our driver, Litha, for navigating the roads the whole day and for the complimentary African massage. Great fun! I will absolutely be sharing this experience with all my family and friends.
Dear Denise, Thank you so much for your fantastic review. We are absolutely delighted to hear that you had such an incredible experience with us. It is wonderful to know that Candy's knowledge, storytelling, and passion for sharing the history, culture, and wildlife of the Cape made your day so memorable. We will be sure to pass on your kind words to her. We are also pleased to hear that you enjoyed the pace and organisation of the tour. Creating a seamless and enjoyable experience for our guests is something we take great pride in, so it is rewarding to know that everything flowed perfectly throughout the day. The Cape Point hike and the visit to Boulders Beach are certainly two of the most memorable highlights of the Cape Peninsula, and we are delighted that you were able to enjoy both experiences and see the African penguins up close. A special thank you as well for recognising Litha's excellent driving and good humour throughout the day. We are sure he will be pleased to hear that the complimentary "African massage" added a bit of fun to the experience. Thank you again for your wonderful feedback and for recommending us to your family and friends. Your support means a great deal to us, and we hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back for another unforgettable adventure in the future. Warm regards, Junior.
