Full-Day Cape Point & Cape Peninsula Sightseeing Tour from Cape Town

Highlights

  • Take an easy hike to Africa’s most southwestern point: the Cape of Good Hope

  • Keep costs down: Package includes a picnic lunch and morning snack

  • Spend less time waiting for transfers: Tour is capped at just 17 people

Summary

Begin your tour with hotel pickup from selected accommodation in Cape Town between 7:45 and 8:30 a.m. Drive along the Atlantic Seaboard, taking in the view of the Twelve Apostles Mountains in the background and learning about the culture and history as you go. Upon arrival at Hout Bay, take an optional boat cruise to the Cape Fur seal colony on Duiker Island (own expense), or spend free time browsing the local curio shops at the harbor. Return to the bus and snack on muffins and juice while admiring the views along Chapman’s Peak Drive (subject to road conditions). Then, continue to Boulders Beach in Simons Town to visit a colony of cute African penguins (optional). Our final stop of the tour is Cape Point Nature Reserve, a beautiful protected area with free-roaming wildlife and incredible landscapes. After a healthy picnic lunch, take a leisurely stroll to the Cape Point lighthouse, and an easy hike to the southwestern-most point of Africa. Walk along the spectacular Diaz Beach encircled by dramatic cliffs and wild waves before you reach the famous Cape of Good Hope sign. Then, climb back aboard your transport to return to your accommodation, where your tour concludes.

Tour info

Duration
9 hours
Group Size
Pricing (From)
Commentary
Meeting Point
Dropoff location

Why take this tour?

Skip the car hire expense and soak up the sights of the Cape Peninsula on this great-value small-group tour. Your day includes round-trip transfers from select Cape Town hostels and hotels, admission to the Cape of Good Hope and Cape Point, a guided hike, and a picnic lunch. If your budget permits, join the optional Seal Island boat cruise and/or see African penguins at the Boulders Beach Penguin Colony.

What’s included?

  • Registered Tour Guide & Driver

  • Light Morning snack

  • Picnic lunch

  • Hiking

  • Hostel & Hotels pickup and drop-off (selected accommodation only)

  • Entry/Admission - Chapman's Peak Drive

  • Entry/Admission - Cape Point Nature Reserve

  • Entry/Admission - Cape of Good Hope

  • Optional Boat Cruise to the seal colony (approx R110)

  • Optional entrance fee to Boulders Beach (approx R160)

  • Entry/Admission - Hout Bay

  • Entry/Admission - Boulders Beach Penguin Colony

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: 9h

  • Mobile tickets accepted

Cancellation Policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Operated by:

Baz Bus - Day Tours

About operator:

For Only R995 you can enjoy a Full Day Cape Peninsula Day Tour which includes a morning snack, picnic lunch, guided commentary and Cape Of Good Hope & Chapman's Peak Drive entrance fees, making it the most affordable and fun way to see the Cape Peninsula! Start the day with a scenic drive via Camps Bay Beach and the 12 Apostles. Stop at Hout Bay Harbour (optional boat trip to Seal Island +/- ZAR 110), marvel at the views from Chapman's Peak Drive and visit the penguin colony in Simon's Town (optional visit to Boulders Beach +/- ZAR 160) Otherwise you can enjoy Seafourth Beach, Craft market or nearby Restaurants. Your last stop, the spectacular Cape Point Nature Reserve. Enjoy a healthy, energy boosting picnic lunch in the reserve, followed by a leisurely stroll to Cape Point Light House. You will the end your trip with an easy hike to the most South-Western point of Africa (approx 45mins) Cape of Good Hope. The spectacular views will put you a natural high for the rest of the week!!

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