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Experience snorkeling with the Cape Fur Seals near Hout Bay and visit the Cape of Good Hope and Boulder's Penguins Colony on one full-day adventure tour from Cape Town! We've matched this thrilling adventure with the Cape Peninsula private tour, bringing you an up-close encounter with these friendly creatures in their natural habitat. Snorkel in Hout Bay at Duiker Island and come face to face with the Cape Fur Seals.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Itinerary
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(Pass by)
Our experienced, registered Tour Guide/Driver will pick you up at 7:00 am at your accommodation. Travel along the Atlantic Seaboard with the mountains on one side and the ocean on the other side.
Admission ticket free -
1
Pass Bantry Bay, Clifton, and Camps Bay, and stop at Maiden's Cove for some photos. Here you will have a breathtaking view of the 12 Apostles mountain range as well as the Atlantic Ocean.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2
Upon arriving in Hout Bay, check-in at the snorkeling base in the harbor, receive a safety briefing, put on your snorkeling attire (included), and meet the team that will lead your snorkel adventure. You can also choose to rent a camera if desired. Upon arriving at Duiker Island, you'll jump in the water with these enchanting sea creatures. This activity is completely safe and our partners in charge of the snorkeling are experienced and always put your safety first. The guides will not allow you to do this activity if the sea conditions are not 100% safe. An experienced and qualified marine guide also will accompany you. Only competent swimmers are advised to embark on this adventure. The entire snorkeling adventure is just under three hours in duration.
3 hours • Admission ticket included -
3
After you have completed your snorkeling and returned to the base to get changed out of your snorkeling gear, proceed on your Cape Peninsula private tour. Travel on Chapman's Peak Drive, where you will have another photo opportunity. Chapman's Peak is one of the most scenic drives in the world.
20 minutes • Admission ticket included -
4
The next stop is the Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve and Cape Point, where you can explore the reserve and its lighthouse.
2 hours • Admission ticket not included -
5
Visit the African Penguins colony at Boulder's Beach and marvel at these charming sea creatures. You may even find one or two of them parading next to you on the boardwalk, so have your camera ready for some close-up photos.
1 hour • Admission ticket not included -
(Pass by)
Our return route is via the Old Cape Road with stunning views of the Muizenberg colorful beach huts in the distance, found along the False Bay coastline. Drop off will be at your accommodation in Cape Town after the tour.
Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Minimum age is 11 years
- Snorkeling is subject to favorable weather conditions. If canceled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund for snorkeling entrance fees. Please note that refunds take time and is not guaranteed to be paid out on the day of tour.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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