1-Day Cape Town Bird Watching Tour with Cape Point and Penguins

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Birdwatch across the fynbos and forest habitats of Kirstenboch Gardens
• 02 Spot Cape Sugarbird and Orange-breasted Sunbird in their natural habitat
• 03 Observe aquatic birds and seabirds at Strandfontien Sewage Works
• 04 See African Penguins at Boulders Beach on the way to Cape Point
• 05 Search for Cape Rock Thrush and Mocking Cliff Chat around Cape Point

Explore a range of birding habitats on South Africa's southwest coast, from the fynbos and forest of Kirstenboch Gardens to the aquatic wetlands of Strandfontien Sewage Works and the rugged landscapes of Cape Point. Look out for species such as Cape Sugarbird, Orange-breasted Sunbird, African Penguins, Cape Rock Thrush, and Mocking Cliff Chat, along with a wide variety of seabirds and raptors. This full-day tour offers rewarding birdwatching across some of the Cape Town area's most diverse natural settings.

Explore a range of birding habitats on South Africa's southwest coast, from the fynbos and forest of Kirstenboch Gardens to the aquatic wetlands of Strandfontien Sewage Works and the rugged landscapes of Cape Point.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 1 Day

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

City Cape Town

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Kirstenboch Gardens, Strandfontien and Cape Point Birdwatching

• Start the day at Kirstenboch Gardens, where you will walk through a number of different habitats to encounter some of the fynbos and forest species. Look out for Cape Sugarbird, Orange-breasted Sunbird, Blue-mantled Crested Flycatcher, and a number of raptors.

• Head to Strandfontien Sewage Works to watch the aquatic species, as well as the seabirds that are frequent in the area.

• Continue towards Cape Point via Boulders Beach to see African Penguins, then spend time around the Cape Point area focusing on fynbos and mountain species such as Cape Rock Thrush and Mocking Cliff Chat.

Return to Kirstenboch Gardens at the end of the day.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• English-speaking local bird guide of Cape Town with extensive knowledge of the area

• Transportation

• Drinks and snacks

What's Not Included

• Meals and entrance fees at selected destinations

What to bring

• Remember to bring binoculars, good walking shoes, sunscreen, and a hat.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Rhodes Dr, Newlands, Cape Town, 7735, South Africa

Tour start

Rhodes Dr, Newlands, Cape Town, 7735, South Africa

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.