Cape of Good Hope, Chapman's Peak Drive, Penguins , Seals
Bo-Kaap, Cape Town
Explore the stunning Cape Peninsula with stops at Bo-Kaap, Chapman’s Peak, Cape Point, Cape of Good Hope, and Simon’s Town. Visit Boulders Beach to meet penguins and spot baboons, ostriches, & seals
This full-day Cape Town tour suits visitors seeking wildlife encounters and coastal scenery, including Boulders Beach penguins and the Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve.
Highlights
- Get up close to penguins at Boulders Beach and enjoy other coastal activities
- Visit Cape Point, the most south-western tip of the African continent within the Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve
- Spot baboons, zebra, eland, various antelope species, and lizards
- Experience the Cape Peninsula’s landscapes along Chapman’s Peak Drive
Description
Begin with a hotel pick-up in Cape Town at 8:00 AM in a comfortable minibus. The first stop is Bo-Kaap, where you can walk vibrant streets, capture photos, and learn about Cape Malay history.
Travel along the Atlantic Seaboard, passing Bantry Bay, Clifton, and Camps Bay, with a photo stop at Maiden’s Cove. Continue past the Twelve Apostles and Llandudno to Hout Bay, where an optional Seal Island boat trip is available.
The route follows Chapman’s Peak Drive with a coffee break in Noordhoek. At Boulders Beach, meet the African penguins before exploring the Cape of Good Hope reserve, known for its rugged terrain and merging ocean currents. Guided hiking trails offer panoramic views.
Lunch is served at a top restaurant in Simon’s Town or Cape Point. On return, aim for a photo stop at Muizenberg Beach Huts, depending on traffic; alternatively, take Boyes Drive with panoramic False Bay views.
The tour concludes with a hotel drop-off in Cape Town.
Includes
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Professional tour guide and driver
- Two bottles of still water per person
- Transportation by minibus
- R65 toll fees at Chapman’s Peak
Excludes
- Seal Island boat trip (R150 per adult, R75 per child)
- Entrance fee to Boulders Penguin Colony (R215 per adult, R95 per child)
- Entrance fee to Cape of Good Hope (R455 per adult, R225 per child)
- Entrance fees to Cape Point funicular (R105 per adult, R55 per child)
- Meals and drinks
- Gratuities (optional)
Easy cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
For a smooth experience, book in advance and bring comfortable walking shoes, sun protection, and a camera. The best time to visit is during daylight hours to fully enjoy wildlife and views.