Full-Day Cape Peninsula Tour with Cape Point and Boulders Beach

1 Day Round trip from Hotel lobby Easy pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Explore Cape Point and the Cape of Good Hope
02 Take in dramatic scenery and indigenous fynbos
03 Spot wildlife such as baboons, ostriches, and eland
04 See the Cape of Good Hope sign and lighthouses
05 Ride the Flying Dutchman funicular or hike to the lighthouse
06 Enjoy hiking trails and a tidal pool for optional summer swimming
07 Visit the African Penguin colony at Boulders Beach

Pack your sun hat and comfortable shoes for a day out exploring the Cape Peninsula. At Cape Point and the Cape of Good Hope, expect dramatic scenery, unique flora such as the indigenous fynbos, and opportunities to spot diverse wildlife like baboons, ostriches, and eland. Key attractions include the Cape of Good Hope sign, the Flying Dutchman funicular, lighthouses, a variety of hiking trails, and a tidal pool for optional swimming in summer. The day also includes a visit to the African Penguin colony at Boulders Beach.

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 1 Day

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Cape Town, Simon's Town

Languages Afrikaans, English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Cape Point, Simon's Town and Boulders Beach

Collection: 08:00 - Collection from your accommodation, followed by a scenic coastal drive through Camps Bay to Hout Bay and eventually Chapman's Peak Drive, with stopovers along the way for photo opportunities at viewpoints.
Arrive: 11:00 - Arrive at Cape Point and the Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve. Spend +- 2.5 hours here. You can hike uphill to the Cape Point lighthouse or use the funicular (tram). In addition, you can hike down to the Cape of Good Hope (+- 45 min), or I can drive you there.
Depart: 13:30 - Depart from the reserve.
Lunch: 14:00 - Arrive for lunch in Simon's Town, where there are many options to choose from.
Visit: 15:30 - Visit the African Penguin colony at Boulders Beach. Ensure you bring swim costumes, sunblock, sun hats, and beach towels if you would like to swim. Outdoor showers are available so you can get dressed afterwards.
Depart: 17:00 - Depart and arrive back at your accommodation around 18:00.