Cape of Good Hope, Penguins, Seals, and More: Guided Tour
4.9
(179)
🕑 9 hours
Free cancellation
Time-pressed travelers can pack a range of top Cape Town attractions into just one action-packed day with this convenient shared tour, with entrance and activity fees on a pay-as-you-go basis. See the Bo-Kaap colored houses, the Muizenberg beach huts, the Hout Bay fur seals, the Boulders Beach penguin colony, Cape Point, the Cape of Good Hope, an ostrich farm, Simon’s Town, Camps Bay beach, and Chapman’s Peak Drive.
Languages:
English
📍12 Kreef Ln, Bakoven, Cape Town, 8005, South Africa
🏢Operated by Excitement Travel and Tours
Highlights
- ✓Visit signature Cape Town attractions with a guide and group
- ✓See African penguins, Cape fur seals, ostriches, and more
- ✓Fill up your camera roll at the Bo-Kaap colored houses and Chapman’s Peak
- ✓Hassle-free 2-way transfers from your Cape Town hotel or apartment
What you'll see & do
- ✓Travellers will have a great opportunity for photos of the beautiful colorful houses and the guide will share with you a short great history of the Cape Malays which the houses was built and leased to slaves. These people were brought from various parts East of Africa such as Malaysia, Indonesia, india, siri-Lanka, javah to work as slaves.
- ✓Pass by Sea Point, Bantry Bay nestled at the foothills of the Lion's head mountain is an affluent suburb very well known for its wind free status, Bantry bay has over 250 days of no wind a year which is a great deal in Cape town considering the mother city's windy climate. Pass By: Clifton, Clifton, which is a prestigious neighborhood in Cape Town with expensive real estate, is also well known for having some of the best beaches near Cape Town. The four Clifton beaches that are naturally divided into 4 by granite boulders , travellers will stop at Camp's Bay Beach after a 25-minute drive.
- ✓Stop at Camps Bay, Maiden's Cove for Instagram and Facebook photographs with magnificent views of the Twelve Apostles at the backdrop. This is one of the best places in Cape Town to take panoramic photographs of the Ocean, Camps Bay Beach combined with the views of Table Mountain, Lion's Head and the beautiful suburbs of Clifton, Camps Bay etc... We call this the Kodak moment.
- ✓From Camp's Bay, known as the Beverly Hills of Cape Town and upmarketresidential area. Famous for being one the most photogenic cities in the world. Enjoy the majestic sunset, the perfect destination for Sundowners. Drive to the Atlantic seaboard of the peninsula past Llanduno, known as the home of European celebrities. Pass Hout Bay situated on the valley of the Atlantic seaboard of the peninsula, a town known for it's thriving fishing community with a lovely fishing factory and we will stop at the famous Harbour called Hout Bay harbour, it's should take about 30 minutes drive to Hout Bay Harbour.
- ✓Travellers will stop at Hout Bay harbour whereby you may hop an optional ferry ride and embark on a 45 minute scenic journey to an Island inhabited by more than 5 thousand Cape fur seals. You will see the seals from the land if you are not comfortable to take the ferry ride you may spend some time exploring the craft market for the duration of the ferry ride.
- ✓We will stop at Chapman's Peak Drive a Mountain side road locally known as chappies. Chapman's peak is an engineering masterpiece that meanders for 10km along the giant Chapman's peak mountains that seem to drop into the ocean like an avalanche. Travelers will have the opportunity to stop at the viewing point for photographs, enjoy the views of the Atlantic Ocean, lovely Cliffs Edge, and spectacular landscape.
- ✓We will continue our coastal journey and stop in Noordhoek, with the breathtaking views of Noordhoek and Long Beach beneath us. Travellers will have the option to enjoy some of the best coffee brewed in Cape Town at the Village Roast for their own account.
- ✓From Noordhoek, which is an Afrikaans word translated into English “North- Corner” which was initially a farm, where farmers planted fruit and vegetables to supply the Ships sailing from Simon’s Town and pass by the non-white community of Masipumelele and Ocean view, our journey will continue through a scenic road with lovely views of the White Sands Beach through Misty-Cliffs, Scarbrough for about 1 hour and stop at Ostrich farm.
- ✓Travelers will make a quick stop at Ostrich Farm to see the largest bird in planet and the guide will share a short commentary with you about the flightless birds.
- ✓Cape Point Nature Reserve is home to the most south western corner of Africa (Cape of Good Hope). Rich fauna and flora make this place a biodiversity hotspot. You will be able to enjoy the views while in the comfort of the vehicle or even by foot. Stop at: old cape point lighthouse, Cape Point Nature Reserve, Cape Point South Africa Walk or take an optional funicular (at own cost) up to Oldest Lighthouse for a 360-degree view of the national park. The old lighthouse was launched in 1860 only to be decommssioned 40 years and dozens of shipwrecks too late after studies proved that its high altitude posed a great danger to sailors around the cape as they couldn't be able to see it in cloudy weather conditions. A new lighthouse was since built in 1919, situated at a much lower altitude.
- ✓Travelers will be heading to the Cape of Good Hope, the guide will explain to you the beautiful history as why it's so called Cape of Good Hope and tell you the misconception from our teachers but it's rather known as the Cape Point the most south western point of Africa continent, where the cold Benguela from Atlantic Ocean. meets the warm Agulhas current of the Indian Ocean. Travelers will have an opportunity to take an Instagram or Facebook photographs on the sign board.
- ✓Our next stop will be the Penguins colony in Boulders beach, where your guide will escort you to the viewing point to see some of the 2500 breeding pairs of African Penguins(jacass Penguins) at close range. You may even find one or two of these endangered penguins walking alongside you on the boardwalk, and travelers will be given a meeting point after visiting.
- ✓Travellers will be heading to Simon's Town Simons's town Waterfront named after the 11 commander of Dutch East India company in 17th century who found this town as a lee-shore in winter. The Victorian built town is home to some of the freshest seafood and fish restaurants in Cape town. This is also the same town that the South African Navy based. Travellers will have a chance to stop for Lunch (food and drinks) on your own account for 1 hour
- ✓After having Lunch travellers will take the afternoon drive back to Cape Town pass by Fishhoek also known as Fish Corner which was considered as dry area, Kalk Bay fishing village situated on the East side of the peninsula along False Bay. The village lies between the ocean and sharply rising mountainous heights of Table Mountain Sandstone. The drive will take 30 minutes heading to Muizenberg.
- ✓A quick stop at Muizenberg where travelers will see the coloured beach huts from the top of the mountain the beach huts are used as changing rooms . These are reminiscent to the “bathing machine” of the 1800s, which was a cart-like structure that was wheeled down to the water’s edge, allowing the ladies to change into their bathing costumes you will also have a chance to see the shark's potters.
- ✓Thereafter travelers will heading back to downtown pass by Tokai where Mr Nelson Mandela saved 7 years in of his prison, past Constantia with lovely view of vineyard for about 30 munites drive to downtown and drop-off at the hotel.
What's included
- ✓▪︎Hotel pick up & drop-off ▪︎Professional guide ▪︎Bottle of water on board ▪︎Air-conditioned vehicle
- ✓▪︎Chapman's peak Drive tall gate ▪︎Fuel surcharge
What's not included
- ✓Lunch
- ✓▪︎Penguin Colony : R245.00 per Adult, Child under 12 years old: R120.00
- ✓▪︎Cape of Good Hope fee : R515.00 per Adult,Child under 12 years old: R250.00
- ✓▪︎Optional ferry ride to the Seal Island (Colony) R 150or R170 per Adult.
- ✓▪︎ Optional Funicular to the lighthouse R 90.00 ▪︎Tips/Gratuities (Optional)
Good to know
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
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
-The travelers will be pick up at their hotels or apartment buildings. NB: Remember our booking reservation will send you the exact pick up time through WhatsApp or via email at night prior the tour date according to your pick up location as it's a group tour. - Please wait in the lobby, in front of your apartment building 5 to 10 minutes before pick up time.
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.
Free cancellation
🔒 Secure checkout
from
£ 32.00
Cape of Good Hope, Penguins, Seals, and More: Guided Tour
4.9
(179)
🕑 9 hours
Free cancellation
Time-pressed travelers can pack a range of top Cape Town attractions into just one action-packed day with this convenient shared tour, with entrance and activity fees on a pay-as-you-go basis. See the Bo-Kaap colored houses, the Muizenberg beach huts, the Hout Bay fur seals, the Boulders Beach penguin colony, Cape Point, the Cape of Good Hope, an ostrich farm, Simon’s Town, Camps Bay beach, and Chapman’s Peak Drive.
Languages:
English
📍12 Kreef Ln, Bakoven, Cape Town, 8005, South Africa
🏢Operated by Excitement Travel and Tours
Highlights
- ✓Visit signature Cape Town attractions with a guide and group
- ✓See African penguins, Cape fur seals, ostriches, and more
- ✓Fill up your camera roll at the Bo-Kaap colored houses and Chapman’s Peak
- ✓Hassle-free 2-way transfers from your Cape Town hotel or apartment
What you'll see & do
- ✓Travellers will have a great opportunity for photos of the beautiful colorful houses and the guide will share with you a short great history of the Cape Malays which the houses was built and leased to slaves. These people were brought from various parts East of Africa such as Malaysia, Indonesia, india, siri-Lanka, javah to work as slaves.
- ✓Pass by Sea Point, Bantry Bay nestled at the foothills of the Lion's head mountain is an affluent suburb very well known for its wind free status, Bantry bay has over 250 days of no wind a year which is a great deal in Cape town considering the mother city's windy climate. Pass By: Clifton, Clifton, which is a prestigious neighborhood in Cape Town with expensive real estate, is also well known for having some of the best beaches near Cape Town. The four Clifton beaches that are naturally divided into 4 by granite boulders , travellers will stop at Camp's Bay Beach after a 25-minute drive.
- ✓Stop at Camps Bay, Maiden's Cove for Instagram and Facebook photographs with magnificent views of the Twelve Apostles at the backdrop. This is one of the best places in Cape Town to take panoramic photographs of the Ocean, Camps Bay Beach combined with the views of Table Mountain, Lion's Head and the beautiful suburbs of Clifton, Camps Bay etc... We call this the Kodak moment.
- ✓From Camp's Bay, known as the Beverly Hills of Cape Town and upmarketresidential area. Famous for being one the most photogenic cities in the world. Enjoy the majestic sunset, the perfect destination for Sundowners. Drive to the Atlantic seaboard of the peninsula past Llanduno, known as the home of European celebrities. Pass Hout Bay situated on the valley of the Atlantic seaboard of the peninsula, a town known for it's thriving fishing community with a lovely fishing factory and we will stop at the famous Harbour called Hout Bay harbour, it's should take about 30 minutes drive to Hout Bay Harbour.
- ✓Travellers will stop at Hout Bay harbour whereby you may hop an optional ferry ride and embark on a 45 minute scenic journey to an Island inhabited by more than 5 thousand Cape fur seals. You will see the seals from the land if you are not comfortable to take the ferry ride you may spend some time exploring the craft market for the duration of the ferry ride.
- ✓We will stop at Chapman's Peak Drive a Mountain side road locally known as chappies. Chapman's peak is an engineering masterpiece that meanders for 10km along the giant Chapman's peak mountains that seem to drop into the ocean like an avalanche. Travelers will have the opportunity to stop at the viewing point for photographs, enjoy the views of the Atlantic Ocean, lovely Cliffs Edge, and spectacular landscape.
- ✓We will continue our coastal journey and stop in Noordhoek, with the breathtaking views of Noordhoek and Long Beach beneath us. Travellers will have the option to enjoy some of the best coffee brewed in Cape Town at the Village Roast for their own account.
- ✓From Noordhoek, which is an Afrikaans word translated into English “North- Corner” which was initially a farm, where farmers planted fruit and vegetables to supply the Ships sailing from Simon’s Town and pass by the non-white community of Masipumelele and Ocean view, our journey will continue through a scenic road with lovely views of the White Sands Beach through Misty-Cliffs, Scarbrough for about 1 hour and stop at Ostrich farm.
- ✓Travelers will make a quick stop at Ostrich Farm to see the largest bird in planet and the guide will share a short commentary with you about the flightless birds.
- ✓Cape Point Nature Reserve is home to the most south western corner of Africa (Cape of Good Hope). Rich fauna and flora make this place a biodiversity hotspot. You will be able to enjoy the views while in the comfort of the vehicle or even by foot. Stop at: old cape point lighthouse, Cape Point Nature Reserve, Cape Point South Africa Walk or take an optional funicular (at own cost) up to Oldest Lighthouse for a 360-degree view of the national park. The old lighthouse was launched in 1860 only to be decommssioned 40 years and dozens of shipwrecks too late after studies proved that its high altitude posed a great danger to sailors around the cape as they couldn't be able to see it in cloudy weather conditions. A new lighthouse was since built in 1919, situated at a much lower altitude.
- ✓Travelers will be heading to the Cape of Good Hope, the guide will explain to you the beautiful history as why it's so called Cape of Good Hope and tell you the misconception from our teachers but it's rather known as the Cape Point the most south western point of Africa continent, where the cold Benguela from Atlantic Ocean. meets the warm Agulhas current of the Indian Ocean. Travelers will have an opportunity to take an Instagram or Facebook photographs on the sign board.
- ✓Our next stop will be the Penguins colony in Boulders beach, where your guide will escort you to the viewing point to see some of the 2500 breeding pairs of African Penguins(jacass Penguins) at close range. You may even find one or two of these endangered penguins walking alongside you on the boardwalk, and travelers will be given a meeting point after visiting.
- ✓Travellers will be heading to Simon's Town Simons's town Waterfront named after the 11 commander of Dutch East India company in 17th century who found this town as a lee-shore in winter. The Victorian built town is home to some of the freshest seafood and fish restaurants in Cape town. This is also the same town that the South African Navy based. Travellers will have a chance to stop for Lunch (food and drinks) on your own account for 1 hour
- ✓After having Lunch travellers will take the afternoon drive back to Cape Town pass by Fishhoek also known as Fish Corner which was considered as dry area, Kalk Bay fishing village situated on the East side of the peninsula along False Bay. The village lies between the ocean and sharply rising mountainous heights of Table Mountain Sandstone. The drive will take 30 minutes heading to Muizenberg.
- ✓A quick stop at Muizenberg where travelers will see the coloured beach huts from the top of the mountain the beach huts are used as changing rooms . These are reminiscent to the “bathing machine” of the 1800s, which was a cart-like structure that was wheeled down to the water’s edge, allowing the ladies to change into their bathing costumes you will also have a chance to see the shark's potters.
- ✓Thereafter travelers will heading back to downtown pass by Tokai where Mr Nelson Mandela saved 7 years in of his prison, past Constantia with lovely view of vineyard for about 30 munites drive to downtown and drop-off at the hotel.
What's included
- ✓▪︎Hotel pick up & drop-off ▪︎Professional guide ▪︎Bottle of water on board ▪︎Air-conditioned vehicle
- ✓▪︎Chapman's peak Drive tall gate ▪︎Fuel surcharge
What's not included
- ✓Lunch
- ✓▪︎Penguin Colony : R245.00 per Adult, Child under 12 years old: R120.00
- ✓▪︎Cape of Good Hope fee : R515.00 per Adult,Child under 12 years old: R250.00
- ✓▪︎Optional ferry ride to the Seal Island (Colony) R 150or R170 per Adult.
- ✓▪︎ Optional Funicular to the lighthouse R 90.00 ▪︎Tips/Gratuities (Optional)
Good to know
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
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
-The travelers will be pick up at their hotels or apartment buildings. NB: Remember our booking reservation will send you the exact pick up time through WhatsApp or via email at night prior the tour date according to your pick up location as it's a group tour. - Please wait in the lobby, in front of your apartment building 5 to 10 minutes before pick up time.
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.
Free cancellation
🔒 Secure checkout
from
£ 32.00