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Half Day Cape Point and Boulders Beach Penguin Group Tour
Product code 374476P52
From
From ZAR 711
Dates
Available from Mar 7, 2025
Start times
9:00 AM
Travelers
Infant ages 0-1, Child ages 2-11, Adult ages 12-80
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Half Day Cape Point and Boulders Beach Penguin Group Tour
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Duration
4 hours to 5 hours
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English
Confirmation
Instant
Pickup
Pickup details available
Meeting point
Meeting point provided
Time zone
Africa/Johannesburg
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From ZAR 711
Half Day Cape Point and Boulders Beach Penguin Group Tour





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Duration
4 hours to 5 hours
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English
Confirmation
Instant
Pickup
Pickup details available
Meeting point
Meeting point provided
Time zone
Africa/Johannesburg
Why Travelers Love This
Visit the charming African Penguins at Boulders Beach and explore the breathtaking Cape of Good Hope and Cape Point Nature Reserve on a half-day small group tour from Cape Town. Travel in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle along the scenic False Bay coastline, with a brief stop for photos at the colorful beach huts of St. James Beach. This tour is ideal for travelers with limited time or those wanting to experience the highlights of Boulders Beach and Cape Point in just half a day.
Overview
Visit the charming African Penguins at Boulders Beach and explore the breathtaking Cape of Good Hope and Cape Point Nature Reserve on a half-day small group tour from Cape Town. Travel in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle along the scenic False Bay coastline, with a brief stop for photos at the colorful beach huts of St. James Beach. This tour is ideal for travelers with limited time or those wanting to experience the highlights of Boulders Beach and Cape Point in just half a day.
What's Included
Included
Bottled water
Hotel pickup and drop-off in Cape Town or at our meeting point in front of CTICC Entrance 1.
Shared Professional tour guide/driver, comfortable vehicle, and fuel included.
Not included
Meals, drinks and tips
Cape of Good Hope (Adult)
Flying Dutchman Funicular (optional) (Adult)
Boulders penguin colony (Adult)
Cape of Good Hope (Child)
Flying Dutchman Funicular (optional) (Child)
Boulders Penguin Colony (Child)
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
Should your hotel or other accommodation fall outside of our pick up area please meet us at the Westin Hotel Cape Town next to the concierge desk
End point
Should your hotel or other accommodation fall outside of our pick up area please meet us at the Westin Hotel Cape Town next to the concierge desk
Pickup details
Itinerary
Pass by stop 1
Pass by stop 1
Soon after pickup, we’ll drive along the M5, connecting to the M4 via Muizenberg, St. James, and Fish Hoek beaches, following the scenic False Bay coastline to Boulders Beach Penguin Colony.
Pass by stop 2
Pass by stop 2
As we pass Muizenberg Beach, you'll spot the vibrant, colorful beach huts in the distance. These iconic huts resemble the "bathing machines" of the 1800s—cart-like structures once used to allow women to change into their full-length bathing attire before wading into the water. Today, these charming huts serve as convenient changing rooms for sunbathers and surfers enjoying the waves.
Stop 3
15 minutes
Stop 3
Similar to those at Muizenberg, the colorful beach huts at St. James Beach also serve as changing rooms for sunbathers. Your tour guide will make a brief stop here, giving you the perfect opportunity to snap some fun and vibrant photos before we continue to Boulders Beach Penguin Colony.
Pass by stop 4
Pass by stop 4
Driving past Kalk Bay Harbour, you'll witness the charm of this bustling fishing village. Colorful boats dock as fish traders proudly display their fresh daily catch. The vibrant atmosphere, salty sea air, and stunning coastal views make for an unforgettable experience.
Pass by stop 5
Pass by stop 5
As we pass Fish Hoek Beach, you’ll notice its inviting, warm Indian Ocean waters that flow into False Bay. This makes it a popular spot for swimming and sunbathing, with its long stretches of soft, white sand perfect for relaxation.
Stop 6
1 hourAdmission not included
Stop 6
We stop at Boulders Beach to visit the renowned African Penguin colony. Known as one of Cape Town’s top beaches for swimming and sunbathing, Boulders Beach offers the chance for close encounters with these charming birds, though sightings while swimming aren’t guaranteed. To ensure a memorable experience, we’ll take a scenic walk along the boardwalk to the official penguin colony, where you can observe around 3,000 African Penguins in their natural habitat—wading in the False Bay waters, basking in the sun, and waddling across the iconic granite boulders.
Stop 7
1 hourAdmission not included
Stop 7
After our unforgettable encounter with the charming African Penguins, we head to the highlight of the day—the Cape of Good Hope and Cape Point Nature Reserve. No visit to Cape Town is complete without capturing a photo behind the iconic Cape of Good Hope name board. As we explore the breathtaking nature reserve, your guide will share fascinating stories about the historic Bartholomew Dias and Vasco da Gama beacons. The Cape of Good Hope is home to diverse flora and fauna, including the unique fynbos vegetation, over 250 bird species (such as ostriches), as well as buck, baboons, and the rare Cape mountain zebra. For your safety, we kindly remind guests to remain vigilant and avoid getting too close to the wild animals, as they can be unpredictable. Feeding or making close contact with them is strictly prohibited.
Stop 8
1 minutesAdmission not included
Stop 8
From the Cape of Good Hope we will drive to Cape Point where you may either take the Flying Dutchman Funicular or walk for 15 minutes to the Cape Point lighthouse. This is a wonderful opportunity to see where the Two Ocean currents meet.
Stop 9
20 minutesAdmission included
Stop 9
If operational, we’ll drive along Chapman's Peak Drive, one of the world's most scenic routes. We'll make a brief stop at the viewpoint to capture stunning photos of the breathtaking coastline.
Pass by stop 10
Pass by stop 10
Upon returning to Cape Town, guests will be dropped off at the same location where they were picked up in the morning.
Additional Info
Wheelchair Accessible
Wheelchair accessible
Stroller Accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public Transportation Nearby
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation Wheelchair Accessible
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Surfaces Wheelchair Accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Physical Easy
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Policy type
Standard
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Experience may be cancelled if minimum traveler count is not met.
Refund eligibility
100% refundable 1+ days before
Refund eligibility
0% refundable 0-1 days before
Review Summary
5.0
2 reviews
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