Cape of Good Hope, Cape Point & Penguins Private Afternoon Tour

5.0
(38 reviews)

5 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 1 more

The Cape of Good Hope & Cape Point private tour is a “must do” trip when visiting Cape Town. This sightseeing tour take you all the way down the Cape Peninsula to Cape Point Nature reserve and Cape of Good Hope. The circular route from Cape Town to Cape Point nature reserve and back is approximately 180 kilometers. You travel along the False Bay Eastern coastline of the peninsula with a visit to the African penguin colony at Boulders beach. Our coastal drive take us into the Cape Point nature reserve, all the way to the Cape of Good Hope. Enough time will be allowed for you to explore and walk to the old light house. Our return journey to Cape Town take you along the Western coastline of the peninsula, known as the Atlantic seaboard. It is often best to travel late afternoon to Cape Town on Western side of the peninsula to get the best afternoon sunlight especially driving along Chapman's Peak.

What's Included

Hotel pickup and drop-off
Chapman's Peak drive toll gate
Air-conditioned vehicle
Local English-speaking professional tourist guide
Entrance to Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve.
Entrance to African Penguins colony at Boulder.
Cape Point funicular

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Traveler pickup is offered should your Hotel not be listed, only in Cape town city bowl, please contact us.

OR
Meeting point

Traveler should wait in the Victoria & Alfred hotel lobby for our tour guide.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 5 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    We will travel along the Atlantic seaboard, driving between the mountains and the ocean our first photo stop will be at Maiden's Cove beautiful scenic lookout point nestled between Clifton's beaches and the prestigious suburb of Camps Bay in Cape Town.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    Hout Bay or the Republic of Hout Bay as it is affectionately known by locals. It was named Hout Bay by the Dutch explorer who "found" the wooded valley and named it "wood bay".

    Admission ticket free
  • 2

    Beautiful coastal drive on the way to the Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve.

    10 minutes Admission ticket included
  • (Pass by)

    The seaside village of Kommetjie has the tallest light house in South Africa.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    Scarborough is known for its stunning beaches, rugged coastline, and laid-back atmosphere. The area is popular with surfers, hikers, and nature lovers, making it a unique destination for outdoor activities.

    Admission ticket free
  • 3

    Set in the beautiful Cape Peninsula and Southern most ostrich farm in Africa is our next photo stop with Patrick your onboard tour guide who also worked on an ostrich farm you will be able to ask him all your questions.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4

    Once entering Cape Point Nature Reserve, reserve we will drive leisurely to the tip of the Nature Reserve on the way see the Dias and DA Gama monuments. You may encounter some baboons and other wildlife such as Bontebok, Cape Eland, Cape Mountain Zebra and with over 250 species of birdlife we must keep our eyes open.

    40 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 5

    Once at Cape Point enough time will be allowed to hike up to the top to see the Cape Point lighthouse or take the funicular, before going to the Cape of Good Hope.

    45 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 6

    From Cape Point we will drive all the way down to the Cape of Good Hope most South Westerly tip of the African continent. Walk on the beach and have photos of the most Westerly tip of the continent sign board "Cape of Good Hope".

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 7

    Driving out of the Cape Point Nature Reserve our next stop situated along the False Bay coastline is the famous Boulders Penguins Colony near Simon's Town. The place gets its name from the huge and ancient granite boulders along the coast. This picturesque area is home to a colony of some 3000 delightful African Penguins. A boardwalk runs from Foxy Beach to Boulders Beach, where you can get down on the sand and mingle with the penguins but don't be tempted to pet them they have sharp beaks that can cause serious injuries.

    30 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • (Pass by)

    After our visit at Boulders beach and the African Penguin colony our drive back to Cape Town take us through the picturesque coastal naval town of Simon's Town located on the eastern side of the Cape Peninsula.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    Our afternoon drive back to Cape Town take us through the Kalk Bay fishing village situated on the East side of the peninsula along False Bay. The village lies between the ocean and sharply rising mountainous heights of Table Mountain Sandstone.

    Admission ticket free
  • 8

    Boyes Drive our last scenic coastal road that climbs the lower slopes of Muizenberg Mountain providing panoramic views over Muizenberg beach for our last photo opportunity before heading inland. If not too late the shark spotter may still be on duty.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    Muizenberg is one of South Africa's premier surfing destinations, offering excellent waves and surf schools for beginners a popular spot for families and children and It is also known for the colorful beach huts lining the shoreline.

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Table Mountain hiking tours

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Day Trips
Half-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private Sightseeing Tours
Ports of Call Tours
Car Tours
Shore Excursions
Additional fees
Low Supplier Cancellation Rate
Low Last Minute Supplier Cancellation Rate
Port Pickup
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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