Hike Cape of Good hope, Cape Point & Penguins Private customizable Full Day Tour

Cape Town, South Africa
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What makes this tour unique as a private excursion it can be customized as you like. However our suggestions are as follows: Our Cape of Good Hope hike start on the Western shoreline of the Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve and cross over to the Eastern side of the reserve offering breathtaking views of False Bay. In spring spectacular flora and abundant bird-life are one of the many highlights as well as Whale watching. The Cape of Good Hope hike take you South toward Cape Point and Cape of Good Hope. The hike is mainly along the coastline with stunning beaches and involve occasional rock scrambling. You are almost bound to get very close to baboons. Following a rest at Cape Point the hike take you to the old light house and along a well-maintained and marked boardwalk to the famous Cape of Good Hope most South Western tip of Africa. The trail is popular for the unsurpassed views over the pristine Diaz Beach.

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Itinerary
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Stop At: Camps Bay, Camps Bay, Western Cape

We will travel along the Atlantic seaboard, driving between the mountains and the ocean our first photo stop will be at Maiden's Cove beautiful scenic lookout point nestled between Clifton's beaches and the prestigious suburb of Camps Bay in Cape Town.

Duration: 10 minutes

Pass By: Hout Bay, Cape Town Central 7872 South Africa

Leaving Cape Town the first fishing village we drive through is Hout Bay perched on the edge of the ocean. It is bordered on either side by Table Mountain range which at one end closes into a narrow
neck with a road leading to the wealthy mountainside suburb of Constantia and on the other opening out onto the half-moon shaped bay with the scenic Chapman's Peak road between mountain and sea.

Stop At: Chapman's Peak Drive, Hout Bay Road Between Noordhoek and Hout Bay, 7872 South Africa

Our drive down to the Good Hope nature reserve take us from Hout Bay to Noordhoek on the coastal scenic Chapman's Peak drive across the mountain face, numerous wonderful viewing sites. The almost vertical, sheer cliffs of Chapman's Peak seemingly close enough to touch, plunge into the sea the road cuts through sedimentary dark colored layers of sandstone and the lighter grey-colored granite exposed below the road.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Noordhoek Farm Village, Corner of Village Lane & Noordhoek Main Road Chapman's Peak Drive, Noordhoek 7979 South Africa

Option to enjoy the best brewed coffee in the Peninsula at the Roost village, for guest own account.

Duration: 20 minutes

Pass By: Kommetjie, Kommetjie, Western Cape

A road trip around the Cape Peninsula without the coastal drive from Kommetjie to Scarborough and a photo stop at Kommetjie light house would have not been complete.

Stop At: Cape Point Ostrich Farm, M65, Main Road, Cape Point Cape Point, Cape Town Central 7985 South Africa

Set in the beautiful Cape Peninsula or next photo stop is at the Southern most ostrich farm in Africa. Largest living birds in the world tour guide will give you some interesting fact about ostriches.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Cape Point Nature Reserve, Cape Town Central South Africa

Our Cape of Good Hope hike start on the Western shoreline of the Nature Reserve and cross over to the Eastern side of the peninsula offering breathtaking views of False Bay. In spring spectacular flora and abundant bird life are one of the many highlights as well as Whale watching.
The hike take you down South toward Cape Point. The first part of the hike is along the beaches. The second part is more inland with spectacular cliffs and involve occasional rock scramble. You are almost bound to get very close to baboons. Following a stop at Cape Point. Our return journey take you from Cape Point along a well-maintained and marked boardwalk to the famous Cape of Good Hope most South Western corner of Africa. The trail is popular for the unsurpassed views over the pristine Diaz Beach and rugged western shoreline. A perfect photo opportunity.

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

Stop At: Cape of Good Hope, Cape Point Rd, Table Mountain National Park 8001 South Africa

The Cape of Good Hope, the continent's most south westerly point, definitely the moment for a momentous photograph - you have finally reached the Cape with all its magic.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Old Cape Point Lighthouse, Cape Point Nature Reserve, Cape Point South Africa

Walk or take the funicular to the old Cape Point lighthouse. From here numerous stepped paths lead to various view points. Ascending to Cape Point old lighthouse is enjoyable and invigorating.

Duration: 45 minutes

Stop At: Boulders Beach Penguin Colony, Simon's Town 7995 South Africa

Driving out of the Cape Point Nature Reserve our next stop situated along the False Bay coastline is the famous Boulders Penguins Colony near Simon's Town. The place gets its name from the huge and ancient granite boulders along the coast. This picturesque area is home to a colony of some 3000 delightful African Penguins. A boardwalk runs from Foxy Beach to Boulders Beach, where you can get down on the sand and mingle with the penguins but don't be tempted to pet them they have sharp beaks that can cause serious injuries.

Duration: 45 minutes

Pass By: Kalk Bay, Kalk Bay, Western Cape

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.

Stop At: Simon's Town, Simon's Town, Western Cape

After our visit at Boulders beach and the African Penguin colony our drive back to Cape Town take us through the picturesque coastal naval town of Simon's Town located on the eastern side of the Cape Peninsula for a coffee stop time permitting.

Duration: 10 minutes

Pass By: Constantia, Constantia, Western Cape

Nestled beneath the Table Mountain National Park, Constantiaberg and Table Mountain ranges Constantia valley is a region with a wine making history that date back to 1685.

Stop At: M75 Boyes Drive, Muizenberg 7945 South Africa

Boyes Drive our last scenic coastal road that climbs the lower slopes of Muizenberg Mountain providing panoramic views over Muizenberg beach for our last photo opportunity before heading inland. If not too late the shark spotter may still be on duty.

Duration: 10 minutes

Inclusions

  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Local English-speaking professional tour guide
  • Chapman's Peak toll gate
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

Exclusions

  • Lunch
  • Entrance to Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve. Adult R 376, Child R 170
  • Entrance to African Penguins colony at Boulder. Adult R 170
  • Cape Point funicular. Adult R 80
  • Coffee and/or Tea

Additional information

  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • The hike is weather dependant
  • Have a warm top or windbreaker because it can get a little chilly at time.
  • Closed shoes (Takkies, running shoes)
  • Bring your camera
  • Pack a bottle of water to stay hydrated
  • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
  • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
  • Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
  • Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
  • COVID-19 vaccination required for guides
  • Our 5 seaters sedan vehicle maximum guest capacity will be reduced to 3 passengers Our 8 seaters mini-buses vehicle maximum guest capacity will be reduced to 4 passengers. Discretion can be used for people from the same small family/friend group who are traveling together.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking

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Cancellation

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

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