Blue Flag Beaches Tour: History, Wildlife, and More

Embark on a captivating Cape of Good Hope and Bo-Kaap tour, filled with penguins, stunning beaches, Dutch architecture, wildlife, and fascinating history. Discover blue flag beaches, photo stops, delicious food, and unique art and craft. Experience the freshest air and explore shipwrecks, hiking trails, and tidal pools. Don’t miss this informative and enjoyable adventure!

Duration: 8 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Bo-Kaap - Travelers will have the opportunity to take great photos of the colorful houses. Learn the history of the Malay Quarter and their culture. Take a walk in this attractive neighborhood. See the Mosques and explore the stone cobbled streets.
  • Camps Bay - The most popular beach in Cape Town. It has trendy coffee shops, restaurants and bars. Nestled in the heart of expensive residential areas. With the amazing backdrop of The Twelve Apostles.

Travelers will stop for an amazing photo shoot in an area where several movies have been shot.

  • Hout Bay - This is a harbour town surrounded by the green mountains and the ocean on the other side. Drive to the harbour where there is art and craft market.

There you can also see many fishing boats as this is home to the biggest fishing industry in Cape Town. At the harbour you can occasionally encounter seals which are attracted out of water so tourists can take photos for a little payment.

Lookout for the fresh fish delivery at the fish factory there by the harbour, you can also buy fresh fish if interested.

  • Seal Island - Take an optional boat ride to Seal Island which is home to approximately 70 000 Cape Fur Seals. Beside the seals there is also 24 different bird species among which are some 200 kelp gulls and small groups of Cape and White-breasted Cormorants.
  • Chapman’s Peak Drive - This is an almost 10km scenic drive which leaves you in awe as you drive through the 114 curves chiseled out of the mountain side.

Stop on several photo stops where you can breath in the fresh air while you take amazing photos from countless backgrounds. This is also home to several commercials which highlights the extend of the beauty it offers.

  • Noordhoek Farm Village - Grab a delicious coffee at this village which is home to the Cape’s best bakery, hand crafted ice cream, a super cute juice bar and a country pub.
    There is also a wide range of shops and more and live music is available weekly.
  • Simon’s Town - Drive through this village which is the oldest settlement in South Africa. Lookout for the attractive colonial Cape Dutch architecture properties along the main road which have been declared a national heritage.

You cannot miss the war ships which confirms that this town is home to the SA Navy. Also on the harbour are fishing boats. In the town you cannot miss some of the Museums and the statue of Able Seaman Just Nuisance. A Great Dane who remains the only dog ever to be officially listed in the services of the British Royal Navy.

Along the main road are several restaurants which serves a wide range of South African dishes from stakes to seafood. This is were we have lunch.

  • Boulders Beach Penguin Colony - Visit this ever popular colony which is probably the most popular attraction in Simon’s Town. Come face to face with the African penguin whose numbers have risen to almost 3 000 since 1992 when it all started as a couple.

At Foxy beach take a walk on the wooden boardwalk to come within arms length of these flightless birds. Learn a lot about these adorable birds from the wooden small frames nailed on the wooden boardwalk.

Using the same ticket you can opt (time permitting) to visit the Boulders beach were there is white soft sand and huge boulders which protect the beach from the wind. There is a high probability you can encounter the rock rabbit popularly known as the Dassie.

  • Cape of Good Hope - Explore this ever popular rocky headland on the Atlantic coast of the Cape Peninsula in South Africa. This is the meeting point of the two currents of the two oceans, the warm water Agulhas current meet the cold water Benguela current.

This is also a major attraction because of the rich bird, and plant species. There are a few wild animals though with the most popular being the Chackma baboon. There is a lot of history attached to this place since the rounding of the southern tip of Africa by the Portuguese Sailors namely Bartolomeu Diaz and Vasco Da Gama.

  • Old Cape Point Lighthouse - Take a funicular to the lighthouse or preferably a healthy walk to the lighthouse. Get to the lighthouse which was built in 1857 but is no longer serving the purpose for which it was built as most of the time it is covered under thick fog.

There are several lookout points where from you can take amazing photos of the bay with its towering stone cliffs, endemic fynbos, breathtaking bays and an array of rolling green hills.

  • St. James - This is a well known beach for its colorful Victorian style bathing boxes, tidal pool, and rock pools popular with children.

Look out for the local Cape Dutch architecture which reminds you of the history of the the coming of the Dutch in 1652. The attractive houses built from limestone, plaster and stone, with traditional thatching.

In the same neighborhood is also home to the oldest bar in South Africa The Brass Bell. And is also in the popular fishing spot where locals enjoy fishing all year round especially in summer.

There are also lots of art and craft shops full of international travelers as they buy souvenirs to take back home. With a few restaurants popular with sea food, you can also grab a quick soft cone on the go.

  • Muizenberg Beach - The most popular surfing beach in all Cape Town since it has constant supply of waves all year round.

Look out for the surf shops in the area where you can rent surf equipment, attire and even get lessons from the packed shops around. There are also top of the range restaurants which are known for tasty seafood and quality beef stakes. There are a few shops serving soft cone and it would be a great great idea grabbing a cup of coffee after a long day on tour.

Look out for the Shark Flags hoisted by the The City of Cape Town advising the beach goers. These flags informs the situation pertaining to water visibility and shark spotting.

One of the most attractive features is the colorful houses used as changing rooms by the locals. Take a walk on the pure white sand as you take in the views of the bay. A closer look as you walk can easily encounter the ever popular jelly fish in this area.

What's Included
  • Complimentary visit to Diamond Museum (Time permitting)
  • Pick up from your hotel and drop off after the tour
  • Bottled water
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
  • Registered Tourist Guide
What's Not Included
  • Entry fees to Cape Point (up to R400/pp). Penguins (up to R200/pp) internationals
  • Optional activities like seals (up to R100/pp) and Funicular at Cape Point (up to R90/pp)
  • Lunch
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

This tour is both educational and entertaining, offering extensive sightseeing and historical insights. It provides glimpses into fascinating bird and plant species along with incredible wildlife.

The journey includes visits to multiple blue flag beaches, interesting photography opportunities, and plenty of fun experiences. The itinerary also includes food sampling and exploration of colonial Dutch architecture. Among the visited locations is a globally recognized site known for its exceptional air quality.

The tour also showcases stunning art and craftwork, offers exposure to valuable ostrich products, and directs visitors to various shipwreck sites and hiking paths. Tidal pools and numerous other attractions add to the richness of this tour.

Location
The Silo Hotel
Pick ups are done at the parking lot of the Silo Hotel in the V & A Waterfront area
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
5.0
(4 Ratings)
5 stars
4 stars
3 stars
2 stars
1 star
Mistmarkfarai1
Aug 20, 2022
Great experience, i learn a lot of things about Southern side of Africa things that i will never forget - Cape of Good Hope is the Southern end side of Africa, commonly known and believed that the Cape is the dividing point between the Indian Ocean and the Atlantic Ocean, Cape of Good hope is approximately 45-50km from Capetown CBD, Along the way to Cape of Good Hope you pass Simon's town the place of Penguins also a well known place of it's old historical Navy base
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Delsha2010
Aug 20, 2022
Outstanding piknic with the baboons - A visit to the Cape of Good hope was totally amazing. We spent the greater part of the tour on the green grass by the ocean sipping down wine and the kids playing. The highlights was the encounter with the wild animals especially the baboons and the penguins at Boulder's beach. Highly recommended for a family outing
Review provided by Tripadvisor
330massimom
Aug 17, 2022
Super! - Super fun! Remi was a great guide, always available and ready to show you every little details about Cape Town! If you wanna go on a tour, you should definitely pick this!
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Select Date and Tickets
up to 15 guests
2 Adult
September 2024
Sun
Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
Sat
Today