Small Group Tour Boulders Beach Penguin Colony Cape of Good Hope





Description
We Experience the highlights of the Cape Peninsula in just a day. This action-packed guided-tour includes pick-up and drop-off directly from your hotel. Soak up spectacular views of the mountains, the two currents of the ocean that lap the Cape, and native wildlife as you visit the Cape Peninsula signatures, including Boulders Beach Penguin’s Colony and The Cape of Good Hope.
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Itinerary
After pick up at accommodation in the business district (CBD), we will travel through the city and see historical monuments and buildings for a better understanding of the rest of the tour.
At the cape Malay quarter, here we stop for photos opportunities with the colorful houses, that carries great historical significance,You may even have an opportunity to greet some of the locals if they are in sight. Situated at the foot of signal hill, on the fringe of the city center the bo-kaap’s origin origin date back to the 1960s when numerous rental houses were built and leased to slaves
We take a scenic drive along the Atlantic seaboard with the mountain range on one side and the ocean on the other, passing through Clifton, camps bay and llandudno.
We stop at Maiden's cove for a photo opportunity with magnificent views of the twelve apostles mountain range as a backdrop. this cove is one of the best places in cape town to take panoramic photos of the ocean, camps bay beach combined with the views of the beautiful suburb of Clinton, Bakoven, lion's head, the twelve apostles mountain range etc...
Our journey continues along the picturesque coastline and stopping in Hout bay harbor. Here, guests have the option to either take a boat to seal island to view the seal or visit the market for some shopping. Today Hout bay is best known as a fishing port. commercial fishing, mainly for snoek. the neighborhood is among the best fish and chips area in town.
A photo opportunity will be on the program along one of the most scenic drives in the world. Chapman's peak is one of the tourist attractions not to be miss en route to the cape of good hope. We will stop at the view point to take panoramic views of hout bay, the sentinel mountain and Noordhoek beach unfold from numerous view sites.
A long and proud naval tradition is evident where-ever one goes in this port, with its steep cobbled streets, victorian buildings and distinct nautical atmosphere. Simons town was used as winter anchorage for the vessels of the dutch east Indian company after the 1743. After the Second British occupation in 1806, a whaling station made its appearance. in 1814 a new harbor was constructed, and this became the base of the South Atlantic squadron of the royal navy. A statue of the famous great dane, able seaman Just Nuisance, who befriended British sailors during the second world war, stands in Jubilee Square.
boulders beach, site of the only land-based breeding colony of the african penguin(formerly known as the jackass',for its braying call). this popular spot, a unit of table mountain national park, incorporates a boardwalk that allows visitors to observe the penguins from close range without disturbing their nesting sites.
Curving south into the Atlantic ocean like an eroded sickle, the cape peninsula has always presented a fearsome challenge to navigators rounding the tip of Africa. The southern tip, is a place of pounding rollers, howling winds and a storm-lashed coastline, that has claimed many ships down the centuries. The cape of good hope nature reserve covers 7700 ha of coastal scrubland and incorporates some 40 km coastline. A funicular service ferries visitors to the summit of cape point and to its old lighthouse, built in 1860. Far below is the powerful modern lighthouse, which may be reached via a steep zigzag path. the cape-point is also known as the meeting place of the cold Benguela from the Atlantic ocean and the warm Agulhas or Mozambique current from the Indian ocean.
Kalk Bay is a fishing village on the coast of False Bay, It lies between the ocean and sharply rising mountainous heights that are buttressed by crags of grey Table Mountain Sandstone. Kalkbaai (Lime Bay), this derives from the vast deposits of mussel shells found here, which early settlers burned to make lime for construction. Lime kilns to roast mussel shells are still found along the West coast. The railway from the central business district of Cape Town to Simon's Town passes through Kalk Bay and in some places the line is only meters from the water's edge. The town is also renowned for the more than 80 sandstone caves that honeycomb the backing hills.
Muizenberg has a fine, long beach that in effect stretches all the way round the top of False Bay to the Strand, a distance of over 20 km. It is considered to be the main surfing spot in Cape Town and is currently home to a surfing community, centered on the popular Surfer's Corner. False Bay, known for its population of White Sharks, also has a shark watch service that operates from Muizenberg, signaling alerts when sharks come in proximity of bathers at the main beach and surfers at Surfer's Corner. Above Muizenberg there is a line of steep cliffs that is very popular as a venue for rock climbing. However, certain parts of the cliff are off-limits to climbers when birds nest on the ledges.
Our return route is via the main road three (M3) with a drop off at your accommodation in cape town.
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What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Pick-up and Drop off at your hotel
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Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(50)
We had an amazing day with Armando on the Cape Town to Cape of Good Hope Tour. He is one of the best guides we have ever had - personable, funny, and knowledgeable. He was familiar with the itinerary and knew exactly how long to stay in each place. We never felt rushed. He offered coffee stops and rest room stops - our group had some serious coffee drinkers. He was clear where and when to meet the van and he was always there and looking for us. While the itinerary was great, he really made the tour unforgettable.
We had a fabulous day touring the Cape of Good Hope and Boulders Beach. Armando was a wonderful guide. He was knowledgeable and eager to share but never overbearing. He was also interested in learning from us when we had information to share, and ensuring the info he was sharing was accurate. He brought a great sense of humor and joy to the day. We felt that he was responsive to our interests and never rushed us. He is also a good spotter of wildlife and made sure we had every opportunity to see and photograph the wildlife along the route. Our very full day included beach stops, a walk to the lighthouse, and time with the penguins. The itinerary was great, with plenty of opportunities to get out of the van. Unfortunately we ran out of time to visit Bo Kaap. I guess we will have to return!
Armando was a fantastic driver and guide. He was very knowledgeable and made us all feel welcome and comfortable. He didn't make us stick to a strict schedule, instead giving us the freedom to negotiate how long to stay at each stop and never made us feel rushed. The van was clean and comfortable, and it was a great way to experience some of the sights of Cape Town after a long week at a work conference.
Armando was a fantastic guide! He gave us a great experience starting with downtown, then seeing a local beach, learning about shark spotters, driving into the national park and doing some hiking. You may see some wildlife along the way. There are some great spots for lunch as well.
Armando was an awesome guide and we got to see a ton of the Cape! The tour has good variety and lots of stops
Armando is great! Very knowledgeable and I really appreciated his patience while our larger group took the time to see the beautiful beaches, parks, and wildlife. If you only have 1 day in Cape Town and the weather is good, I highly recommend this tour!
This was a great tour - Nuria was really knowledgeable and kept the group engaged and on time (where she could). I did have concerns with the driver, I couldn't understand the need to speed and constantly overtake other vehicles.
This was a great all day tour that was very informative. The driver spoke during the tour letting us know what each area was and providing a little history which was very much appreciated. I did this tour with my family ( two year old ) and it was family friendly. Thank you for the great day Gabriel.
Great day making new friends and learning about Cape town’s history as well as accessing amazing sights. Well paced trip with food stops excellent for quality and value for money. Leon was knowledgeable and flexible enough whilst trying to keep us to a reasonable to timescale. He has an understated sense of humour which is easy to miss so pay attention! Admission fees are fair.
Our guide Elie is a so patient, enthusiastic and professional guide. Highly recommend this small group tour. You can enjoy seeing penguins and the ocean all day.



