cape town Swimming with penguins at close encounter

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

Embark on a breathtaking all inclusive tour that takes you along South Africa’s stunning southern coastline. Begin your adventure at Boulders Beach, where you’ll have the rare chance to get up close to African penguins. Swim at the white sandy beach beside these charming birds, enjoy a peaceful walk along the boardwalk at Boulders Penguin Colony, and capture fun, memorable photos penguins here are natural posers!
Next, journey to the rugged coastline of Cape Point, where dramatic cliffs and crashing Atlantic waves create an awe inspiring backdrop. Take in the scenery before sitting down to a relaxing lunch choose the 4th Beach Restaurant near Boulders Beach, known for its seaside charm and local flavors.
Your day concludes with a leisurely drive along Chapman’s Peak Drive, one of the most scenic coastal routes in the world, offering panoramic views of mountains and sea.

What's Included

proffessional tour guide
Bottled water
Air-conditioned vehicle
pick up and drop off
chapmans peak tal gate
Entry admission to boulder's penguins colony
Lunch and drinks at customer's cost.
Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

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

All visitors should be at the hotel lobby by 8 A.M and wait for the tour guide to pick them up

Itinerary

Duration: 7 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    This is where our pick ups starts from ,your accommodation /hotels Soon after pick up we will drive along the M5 and connect with the M4 via Muizenberg, St. James and Fish Hoek beaches located along the scenic False Bay coastline on our way to Boulder's Beach Penguins Colony.Soon after collection from your accommodation in Cape Town, we will drive along through the city centre to see some historical monuments and buildings.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2

    Much like their counterparts, the Beach huts that can be seen here at St. James Beach are also used by sunbathers as change rooms. Your tour guide will stop here for a few minutes to allow for some fun-filled photos with these colourful beach huts before we proceed to Boulder's Beach Penguins colony.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3

    We drive past Kalk Bay Harbour which is more like a fishing village, with the fishing boats docking and the fish traders praising their catch. Fresh fish are available for puchase here on a daily basis. The sights, smells and refreshing sea air are nothing less than spectacular.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    We pass through Fish Hoek beach. It is possible to feel the warm Indian ocean waters which flow into the False Bay area making Fish Hoek a preferred beach for swimming and sunbathing on long stretches of warm white sand.

    Admission ticket free
  • 4

    We will have a stop here at simon's town ,simon's town was founded in 1679 by the second governor Simon Van der stel. Its the second oldest town in south africa. home to south African navy's base. Ex british Head quarter under the Commonwealth after the British headed it over in 1944 after the world second war you will have the view of the Martello house, the British oldest construction building in the Country and the oldest of its kind in the world we will visit the statue of just Nuisance, and his history would be told once there , the unique Dog, a Great dane which had saved the South African naval, marine services Its also a home to the African penguins..we will have lunch at simons town at Harbour view (optional)

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5

    We stop at Boulder's Beach this the highligt of the day to visit one of the largest African Penguins colony in South Africa . Boulder's Beach is one of the best beaches in Cape Town particularly for swimming and sunbathing. It is possible to have close encounters with the African penguins whilst swimming and sunbathing at Boulder's . Therefore, we will take a walk along the boardwalk to the official penguins colony location to see and swim with the penguins in their natural habitat. Boulder's penguins colony is home to approximately 3000 African Penguins who spend their days frolicking in the False Bay waters, basking in the sun and parading on the granite Boulders.

    1 hour 30 minutes Admission ticket included
  • (Pass by)

    Noordhoek Beach is one of Cape Town’s hidden gems, offering visitors a unique and unforgettable experience with its pristine white sands, crystal-clear waters, and breathtaking views.

    Admission ticket free
  • 6

    Providing that it is operational, we will drive through Chapman’s Peak Drive, one of the most scenic and spectacular routes in the country, if not the world. We will stop for a few minutes at the viewpoints to take some photos. The route has about 114 curves and an altitude of 593 meters above sea level. You will also have a view of Sentinel Mountain, which resembles a black rhinoceros.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 7

    stunning natural beauty and charming village atmosphere , it is popular destination for outdoor activities , seafood lovers and those seeking a laid-back coastal experience the offers also a boat trip to the seals island

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    Upon our arrival back in Cape Town, visitors will be dropped off at the same pickup point where they were collected in the morning.

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • 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
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by african macaw dmc and Safaris

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Cancellation Policy

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

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