Coastal Wildlife Meets Cape Wines

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5 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Guests begin their coastal adventure at the Stony Point Penguin Colony in Betty’s Bay, where a scenic boardwalk winds through one of the largest colonies of endangered African Penguins. The sight of penguins nesting, swimming, and waddling along the shoreline, accompanied by cormorants and gulls, creates a lively and unforgettable wildlife encounter. From there, the journey continues into the Hemel‑en‑Aarde Valley near Hermanus, a region celebrated for its cool‑climate wines. At Creation Wines, visitors are welcomed into a contemporary tasting lounge to sample expressive Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, often paired with creative culinary bites. The experience is complemented by a stop at Hamilton Russell Vineyards, one of South Africa’s most iconic producers, where guests enjoy an intimate tasting of elegant, terroir‑driven Pinot Noir and Chardonnay in a tranquil vineyard setting. Together, these highlights offer a seamless blend of coastal wildlife and world‑class wine.

What's Included

Bottled water
Stony Point entrance fee included
Basic wine tasting fees at Creation wines
Basic wine tasting fees at Hamilton Russel Vineyards
Lunch at client's cost

Meeting and pickup

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

We send all pick up details a day before the tour

Itinerary

Duration: 5 hours (approximately)
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    Stony Point Nature Reserve

    At Stony Point Penguin Colony in Betty’s Bay, guests stroll along a wooden boardwalk through one of the largest breeding colonies of endangered African Penguins, offering close‑up views of the birds in their natural habitat without disturbing them. Visitors can expect to see penguins nesting, waddling, and fishing along the rocky shoreline, alongside other seabirds such as cormorants and gulls, all set against the dramatic coastal scenery. The atmosphere is peaceful and family‑friendly, with ocean views and the sound of waves adding to the experience, and a typical visit lasts about 30–45 minutes, allowing time for photography, observation, and a relaxed walk.

    1 hour • Admission ticket included
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    Creation Wines

    Guests will enjoy curated tastings in a modern, light‑filled lounge overlooking the Hemel‑en‑Aarde Valley. Creation is renowned for its innovative food pairings (chocolate, brunch, tapas, and multi‑course menus) alongside award‑winning wines. Expect elegant cool‑climate whites and reds with expressive fruit and minerality.

    1 hour • Admission ticket included
  • 3
    Hamilton Russell Vineyards

    One of South Africa’s most iconic estates, set in the cool maritime Hemel‑en‑Aarde Valley. Tastings are intimate and focused, often hosted outdoors with sweeping vineyard views. Specialises in Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, widely regarded as benchmarks for South Africa. Wines are terroir‑driven, elegant, and restrained, appealing to serious wine lovers.

    1 hour • Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by And Untamed Travel

Tags

Wine Tastings
Half-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
Sustainable Tours
Ports of Call Tours
Wine Tours
Car Tours
Shore Excursions
Small Group
Food & Drink
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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