Cape of Good Hope Hike: Private Full Day Tour with Whale-Watching and Penguin Encounter

Embark on a private full-day tour of the Cape of Good Hope, featuring a hike with breathtaking views, whale-watching, and a penguin encounter at Boulders Beach.

Duration: 8 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Camps Bay - 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.

  • Chapman’s Peak Drive - 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.

  • Chapman’s Peak Drive - One of the most spectacular marine drives in the world. Chapman’s Peak Drive is affectionately known as “Chappies” and is a must for anyone who is passionate about the majestic scenery of Cape Town.This 9km route with its 114 curves, skirts Chapman’s Peak, and follows the rocky coastline to unfold breathtaking views in both directions.

  • Noordhoek Farm Village - Enjoy the best brewed coffee in the Cape Peninsula at the Roost village at guest own account.

  • Scarborough - Scarborough is a seaside town situated along the Cape Peninsula coastline at the edge of the Cape Point Nature Reserve.

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

  • Cape of Good Hope - Not everybody is fortunate enough to explore the Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve. 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 in season.

After entering the Cape of Good Hope nature reserve, we will drive 15mn to the start of the hike. The Cape of Good Hope hike take you down South toward Cape Point and Cape of Good Hope. The hike is along the coastline on a scenic path with stunning beaches and spectacular cliffs and involve occasional rock scramble. You are almost bound to get very close to baboons. Following a stop at Cape Point and the old light house or return journey to the Cape of Good Hope most South Western corner of Africa will take you along a well-maintained and marked boardwalk to the famous Cape of Good Hope located on the rocky shoreline far below. The trail is popular for the unsurpassed views over the pristine Dias Beach and rugged western shoreline. The hiking trail will take you all the way to the very end, the most southern point of the Cape Peninsula. A perfect photo opportunity.

  • Cape Point Nature Reserve - Our Cape of Good Hope hike start on the Western shoreline of the 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 hike take you down South toward Cape Point. The first part of the hike is along the beaches. The second part is 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 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 has unsurpassed views over the pristine Diaz Beach and rugged western shoreline. A perfect photo opportunity.
  • Old Cape Point Lighthouse - 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.
  • Cape of Good Hope - 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.
  • Boulders Beach Penguin Colony - An enthralling experience is the visit to see the African Penguin at the Boulders Beach Penguin colony. A short walk from the car park in the Boulders National Park you will see hundreds of African Penguins frolicking in the water, hoping from boulder to boulder or waddling clumsily across the sand.
  • Simon’s Town - After our visit at Boulders beach and the Africain 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.
  • Kalk Bay - Charming fishing village.
  • Constantia - Cape Town oldest wine growing region.
  • Boyes Drive - Boyes Drive our last scenic coastal road that climbs the lower slopes of Muizenberg Mountain providing panoramic views over Muizenberg beach for our photo opportunity before heading inland.
What's Included
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Registered adventure hiking and culture tourist guide
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
  • Chapman’s Peak toll gate
What's Not Included
  • Lunch
  • Entrance to Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve. Adult R 400, Child R 170
  • Entrance to African Penguins colony at Boulder. Adult R 200 Child R 85
  • Tea and coffee
Additional Information

This private tour can be tailored to your preferences, but we typically propose the following: Our hike along the Cape of Good Hope begins on the West coast of the Nature Reserve and spans to the East coast, offering unparalleled views of False Bay. During spring, the nature is in full bloom and one can enjoy the diverse bird-life as well as whale watching. The trail, mainly along the coast, boasts beautiful beaches and slight rock climbing. You’re also very likely to encounter baboons. After a break at Cape Point, the journey continues to the old lighthouse and to the Cape of Good Hope, the most south-western point of Africa, via a clearly marked trail and boardwalk. This path provides magnificent views of the immaculate Diaz Beach. The tour concludes with a visit to the renowned Penguin colony at Boulders beach on our way back to Cape Town.

Location
Victoria & Alfred Hotel Cape Town
Dock Road
Victoria & Alfred Hotel at the Waterfront.
Cancellation Policy

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

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Sylvia_r
Aug 18, 2024
SUPER - Patrick is a wonderful guide. We had a beautiful trip and lots of information!!! Definitely recommend this tour!!!!
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Maximewkz
Aug 3, 2021
My best day in South Africa - I will never forget this. This day trip is something that you can’t found somewhere else. And the reason is simple, Patrick (the guide with who you are). I recommend this day trip with my eyes closed. It was a unique moment, the best day of my 30 days journey in South Africa.
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