From Cape Town: Cape Point and Boulders Beach Full-Day Tour
Muizenberg, Cape Town
Explore Cape Point and the Cape of Good Hope, see the penguins at Boulders Beach, and more on an unforgettable Cape Town adventure with an expert guide, stunning views, wildlife, and rich history.
Cape Point and Penguin Tour from Cape Town
This full-day guided tour explores the Cape Peninsula’s dramatic landscapes, wildlife, and history, ideal for nature lovers and photographers.
Highlights
- Travel in comfort with ample legroom, panoramic windows, and free Wi-Fi on board
- Experience where the Atlantic and Indian oceans meet
- Hike the cliff path from Cape Point to the Cape of Good Hope
- See African penguins up close at Boulders Beach
- Learn about the region’s culture and history from an expert guide
Description
The tour begins with pickup near your hotel, then follows one of South Africa’s most scenic coastal routes through seaside towns and ocean views.
Your first major stop is Cape Point Nature Reserve, known for cliffs, ocean vistas, and historical significance. You can hike coastal trails, look for wildlife like baboons and ostriches, or take the funicular to the lighthouse summit for panoramic views.
Nearby is the Cape of Good Hope, a rugged headland where the Atlantic and Indian oceans are famously said to meet. This area is perfect for photos and panoramic views. You can join a guided hike between Cape Point and the Cape of Good Hope along clifftop paths.
The tour includes time for lunch before heading to Boulders Beach, home to an endangered colony of African penguins. Walk on boardwalks close to the penguins and observe their natural behaviour.
Return to Cape Town is via Ou Kaapse Weg mountain pass, offering views of False Bay before drop-off near your hotel.
Includes
- Transportation in an air-conditioned double-decker bus
- English-speaking guide
- Pickup from preset pickup points near hotels
- Wi-Fi on the bus
- USB charging sockets on the bus
Excludes
- Cape Point Nature Reserve entrance fee: R515 international, R225 SADC residents (passport required), R110 South African citizens/residents (photo ID required)
- Penguin Beach entrance fee (optional): R245 international, R110 SADC residents, R55 South African citizens/residents
- Funicular ride to Cape Point lighthouse (optional): R115 per adult
- Lunch
Important Information
- Pickup is only from multiple easily found predefined points. Confirmation details are emailed by 08h00 the day before the tour. Check your email including Junk or Spam folders and the GYG app for pickup arrangements.
- Pickup starts up to 30 minutes before the voucher’s listed departure time.
- From 8 December to 5 January, the tour departs one hour earlier.
- If you have not prepaid the Cape Point National Park entry fee, it is payable on the day at the rates listed above.
Easy Cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
For the best experience, bring comfortable walking shoes, sun protection, and a camera. Book early to secure your preferred pickup point and departure time.
