Cape Of Good Hope: Full Day Private Penguins Tour from Cape Town, Rich in History and Wildlife

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Embark on a full-day private penguins tour from Cape Town to the Cape of Good Hope, rich in history and wildlife. Explore the stunning Atlantic Sea Board, encounter wild animals, and marvel at the breathtaking landscapes. Don’t miss the chance to visit iconic landmarks like Chapman’s Peak Drive and Seal Island. Book now!

Duration: 9 hours

Cancellation: 1 day learn more

Highlights

Clifton Beaches - One of the 10 beaches on the Blue Flag status list, divided into 4 sections. Drive through this stunning residential area, one of the priciest in Cape Town. It features a pure white sand beach, with the 4th beach being the most popular.
Camp’s Bay Beach - The most popular beach in Cape Town, surrounded by trendy restaurants, bars, and only two hotels. It boasts an amazing location with the backdrop of the 12 Apostles Mountains and the iconic Table Mountain. A favorite spot for international celebrities and first-time visitors, it is surrounded by expensive properties. The beach has pure white sand and numerous breathtaking photo opportunities.
Llandudno - Named after Llandudno in Wales due to their scenic similarities, this area is home to a Blue Flag beach and properties owned by international celebrities. It also features Sandy Bay, the only nude beach, set among attractive boulders.
Hout Bay - This quaint village hosts the largest fishing industry in Cape Town. A visit to Seal Island can bring you face to face with over 5,000 seals. The harbor offers travelers a chance to shop for art and crafts and enjoy the freshest fish and chips in Cape Town. Several coffee shops are also available.
Chapman’s Peak Drive - A spectacular scenic drive with 114 curves stretching for almost 10km, featuring several photo stops and known for “The most popular accident in Cape Town.” It offers stunning views from Hout Bay to Noordhoek, with a high chance of whale sightings in winter. The drive, often hanging from unsupported cliffs, ends at Long Beach or Chapman’s Bay, a Blue Flag beach with pure white sand and minimal crowds.
Misty Cliffs - An unspoiled old village with holiday homes, covered in mist about 80% of the year and popular for kite surfing. It also houses a Department of Sea Fisheries Research Station and is surrounded by picturesque mountains.
Scarborough - A small village with holiday homes and a single pub, popular during the 2010 World Cup. It features a small beach and is surrounded by amazing fynbos vegetation, rich in marine and birdlife.
Cape Point Ostrich Farm - A farm with ostriches and a shop offering a wide range of ostrich products, including leather belts, shoes, handbags, and accessories. Travelers can take pictures of the ostriches and visit the store.
Cape Point Nature Reserve - Home to eight UNESCO World Heritage Sites and over 1,000 plant species. It features two lighthouses, several shipwrecks, and the most powerful lighthouse on the South African coast. The air at Cape Point is among the purest in the world, and it houses a Global Research Watch (GAW) atmospheric research station. The reserve also includes World War 2 radar listening stations and the Cape of Good Hope, the most southwestern tip of Africa, with amazing wildlife and breathtaking views.
Boulders Beach Penguin Colony - Travelers can see African Penguins from two locations. The boardwalk to Foxy Beach allows close, but non-interfering, encounters with the penguins, offering great photo opportunities. At Boulders Beach, travelers can swim with the penguins. The area is also home to the Rock Hyrax, known as the Dasy.
Simon’s Town - Home to the SA Navy and one of the oldest settlements, established soon after the Dutch arrived in 1652. The main road is a National Heritage site, preserving its historical feel. The town also hosts many fishing boats, being the second-largest fishing industry in Cape Town after Hout Bay.
Muizenberg Beach - An optional activity if time permits. This popular beach, also on the Blue Flag status list, features colorful wooden houses and many jellyfish. It is a popular spot for kids learning to surf, with several surf shops offering equipment rentals. The beach is crowded during summer holidays, providing an opportunity to mingle with locals. Several restaurants and coffee shops are available.
Department Correction Service Pollsmoor Prison - The prison where Nelson Mandela spent part of his 27 years of imprisonment. It is one of the most dangerous prisons in South Africa, housing some of the country’s most dangerous criminals. This maximum-security facility continues to hold notorious gangsters.
Constantia - An upscale residential area neighboring the Constantia wine region. It is home to Groot Constantia, the most visited winery in South Africa, originally owned by the first Governor of the Cape, Simon van der Stel, who produced the first wine in South Africa.
Bishopscourt - One of the most affluent residential areas in Cape Town, home to all the Anglican Archbishops, including Archbishop Emeritus Desmond Tutu.
Newlands - A leafy suburb housing the Newlands Rugby and Cricket grounds and the South African President’s house, Genadendal.
University of Cape Town - The top-rated university in Africa, located at the foot of Table Mountain on land donated by Cecil John Rhodes. It has a student population of over 28,000, with more than 10% being international students.
Groote Schuur Hospital - The historic hospital where the world’s first human heart transplant was performed in December 1967 by Dr. Christian Barnard and a team of 12 doctors.
District 6 - An area that experienced forced removals starting in 1968 after being declared whites-only by the Apartheid government in 1966.

What's Included

Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Visit to The Diamond Works - Museum (time permitting)
Toll Fees at Chapman’s Peak Drive
In-vehicle air conditioning
Registered and Accredited Tourist Guide/Driver

What's Not Included

Optional funicular ride at Cape Point R90pp return ticket
Entry Fees to Boulder’s Beach Penguin Colony R200pp Adults Half price kids
Entry fees to Cape of Good Hope up to R400pp Adult and Children R200pp
Optional boat trip to Seal Island up to R120pp for a return trip(about 1hr)

Additional Information

This journey blends the history of South Africa, tracking its lineage from the arrival of the Dutch through to the establishment of apartheid in 1948 by Hendrick Verwoerd, the architect of apartheid.

Travelers will journey along the Atlantic Sea Board, renowned for its selection of Blue Flag beaches and the highest priced residential properties in South Africa. Through this awe-inspiring landscape of magnificent mountains, travelers will drive.

The tour offers encounters with diverse wildlife including African Baboons, wildebeest, bonteboks and more. Sights of penguins and the Rock Hyrax contribute to the natural appeal of this thrilling expedition. The vast spread of fascinating fynbos vegetation is a remarkable feature of the Cape Peninsula Tour.

The trip is abundant with sightseeing opportunities as journeyers navigate through Chapman’s Peak Drive, with gorgeous beaches like Long Beach and Muzenberg Beach. The fascinating history associated with Cape Point and Cape of Good Hope adds richness to the experience.

The sight of seals at Seal Island and Hout Bay concludes the tour.

Location

The Silo Hotel

We do pick ups from the drop and go area in front of the Silo Hotel Victoria and Alfred Waterfront

Cancellation Policy

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

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Onmcjt

Sep 11, 2022

Lovely trip! - Remy was accommodative to the private tour and our itinerary. Was friendly and explained the history of Cape Town along the way. Too bad we had to shorten the trip as we wanted to visit Robben Island on our own. Overall, we had an amazing time visiting the Cape of Good Hope and the Penguins Colony along with Remy, our private tour guide.