Cape Town: Cape Aghullas Van Tour with Hotel Pickup

Khayelitsha, Cape Town



Discover where the Indian and the Atlantic on this tour from Cape Town to the southernmost tip of the continent at Cape Aghullas. Enjoy views of rugged coastline, an old lighthouse, and shipwrecks.

Tour Overview

This full-day tour from Cape Town explores towns, coastline, and landmarks in South Africa’s southern provinces, ideal for history and nature enthusiasts.

Highlights

  • Travel through towns including Khayelitsha, Somerset West, Sir Lowry's Pass, Hermanus, and Bredasdorp
  • Photograph Cape Agulhas lighthouse and nearby shipwrecks along the rugged coastline
  • View Steenbras Dam, a key regional water source
  • Experience the Elgin Valley, known for fruit farming and Appletizer production
  • Convenient hotel pickup and drop-off in Cape Town

Description

Depart from Cape Town in an air-conditioned van with a guide for a scenic journey across the Western, Eastern, and KwaZulu-Natal provinces. Drive through Khayelitsha township, which means 'our new home' in Xhosa, then pass Somerset West and Sir Lowry's Pass while admiring views of Steenbras Dam.

Continue through the Elgin Valley, South Africa’s fruit-growing region and home to Appletizer, a local fruit juice. Visit Hermanus, a coastal town known for agriculture, before heading to Bredasdorp, a regional economic centre.

Stop at Cape Agulhas, the southernmost point where the Indian and Atlantic Oceans meet. You can opt to pay the entrance fee to visit the Cape Agulhas lighthouse, which provides views of the coastline and nearby shipwrecks. Return to Cape Town with hotel drop-off at the end of the day.

Includes

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off in Cape Town
  • Air-conditioned van transportation
  • Professional guide
  • Bottled water

Excludes

  • Entrance fee for Cape Agulhas lighthouse
  • Lunch
  • Tips

Important Information

  • This tour operates rain or shine

Cancellation Policy

Cancel up to 24 hours before the tour for a full refund.

For the best experience, bring comfortable walking shoes, weather-appropriate clothing, and a camera. Book in advance to secure your preferred date.

Frequently Asked Questions

The tour visits Khayelitsha, Somerset West, Sir Lowry's Pass, Hermanus, and Bredasdorp.
Yes, the tour includes a stop to photograph the Cape Agulhas lighthouse and nearby shipwrecks along the coastline.
Yes, the tour offers convenient hotel pickup and drop-off in Cape Town.
This is a full-day tour, departing from and returning to Cape Town.
You will see the Cape Agulhas lighthouse, nearby shipwrecks, Steenbras Dam, and the Elgin Valley.
Yes, the tour passes through the Elgin Valley, known for fruit farming and Appletizer production.
The tour begins and ends at your hotel in Cape Town with included pickup and drop-off.
Yes, the tour is designed for people interested in natural landscapes and the history of South Africa’s southern provinces.
Check the tour website or booking platform for current availability and schedules.

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