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Kirstenbosch Garden, Bo-Kaap-Penguins & Cape of Good Hope Tour
Product code 12189P155
From
From ZAR 2,500
Dates
Jul 30, 2026 to Jul 27, 2027
Start times
8:00 AM
Travelers
Child ages 1-11, Adult ages 12-99
Options
Kirstenbosch Garden, Bo-Kaap, Penguins & Cape Point Full Day Tour
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Duration
9 hours
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English, French
Confirmation
Instant
Pickup
Pickup details available
Time zone
Africa/Johannesburg
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From
From ZAR 2,500
Kirstenbosch Garden, Bo-Kaap-Penguins & Cape of Good Hope Tour





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Duration
9 hours
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English, French
Confirmation
Instant
Pickup
Pickup details available
Time zone
Africa/Johannesburg
Why Travelers Love This
Explore Cape Town’s top attractions on an exclusive small group tour with up to 15 people, including the Cape Botanical Gardens, Bo-Kaap, Boulders Beach penguins, Cape Point, and Chapman’s Peak. Enjoy a boat trip to see seals, visit a scenic seaside restaurant, and discover colorful Victorian beach cabanas at St James Beach. Led by a knowledgeable local guide, this stress-free tour avoids crowds and big buses, creating unforgettable memories for friends, couples, and families.
Overview
Explore Cape Town’s top attractions on an exclusive small group tour with up to 15 people, including the Cape Botanical Gardens, Bo-Kaap, Boulders Beach penguins, Cape Point, and Chapman’s Peak. Enjoy a boat trip to see seals, visit a scenic seaside restaurant, and discover colorful Victorian beach cabanas at St James Beach. Led by a knowledgeable local guide, this stress-free tour avoids crowds and big buses, creating unforgettable memories for friends, couples, and families.
What's Included
Included
Bottled water
Top Notch Very Knowledgeable Tourist Guide
Air-conditioned vehicle
Fuel surcharge
Not included
Lunch, drinks and Tips (optional)
Cape Point Funicular
Cape of Good Hope
Boulders Penguin Colony
Kirstenbosch Botanical Garden
Cape Point Funicular (Child)
Cape of Good Hope (Child)
Boulders Penguin Colony (Child)
Kirstenbosch Botanical Garden (Child)
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup details
Itinerary
Stop 1
15 minutes
Stop 1
We will collect you from your Cape Town accommodation within 15 km of the city center, where our expert guide will introduce the group and discuss the detailed itinerary. If your hotel is outside the pickup area, we will arrange a meeting point at the Westin Hotel in Cape Town. Exact pickup times will be communicated in advance for a smooth start to your tour.
Stop 2
30 minutes
Stop 2
Driving along Cape Town’s historic Adderley Street, your guide will introduce key landmarks such as the Castle of Good Hope, City Hall where Nelson Mandela gave his first post-prison speech, and the Slave Lodge. You will also see the Parliament, Company Gardens, churches, markets, and experience the vibrant atmosphere of Cape Town’s main street, famous for its lights, markets, shops, and restaurants.
Stop 3
25 minutes
Stop 3
We continue to the colorful Cape Malay Quarter, also known as Bo-Kaap, renowned for its Instagram-worthy houses and rich history. Your guide will share insights into its multicultural past, visit local art galleries, and taste traditional Cape Malay treats like koesister. This vibrant area offers perfect photo opportunities and unique spices to take home, reflecting Cape Town’s diverse heritage.
Stop 4
1 hour 15 minutesAdmission not included
Stop 4
Passing Groot Schuur Hospital, where the world’s first human heart transplant was performed by Dr. Christian Barnard, your guide will share its medical history. You will also see the University of Cape Town ("UCT") and enjoy a 90-minute guided tour of Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens, one of the world's top gardens at the foot of Table Mountain, ideal for plant lovers. Entrance fees of ZAR 250 per adult are optional unless you choose the all-inclusive package.
Stop 5
15 minutes
Stop 5
After this fascinating experience, we pass through Cape Town’s exclusive suburbs like Bishop’s Court, Constantia, Claremont, and Wynberg, with a quick stop at Pollsmoor Prison, where Nelson Mandela served seven years. We then visit Muizenberg’s famous white sandy beach, a surfer’s paradise, and stop at St James Beach to photograph its colourful Victorian beach huts and tidal pools—perfect for Instagram enthusiasts and families.
Stop 6
1 hour 20 minutes
Stop 6
Our next stop is Kalk Bay Harbour, where you can explore the lively fish market, watch local fisherfolk trading their catch, and stroll along the wharf spotting Cape Fur seals in their natural habitat. We recommend lunch at Harbour House Seafood or nearby takeaways, famous for fresh, healthy seafood loved by locals and visitors. Kalk Bay is a charming fishing village on False Bay’s east coast, nestled among mountain slopes and scenic valleys.
Stop 7
15 minutes
Stop 7
Our next stop is Simon’s Town, home to the South African Navy, where you’ll see naval ships and submarines. The main highlight is the monument of Just Nuisance, the famous Great Dane who served in the Royal Navy from 1939 to 1944 and is buried with full military honors. You can purchase a book about his history at the harbour art gallery, while your guide shares more insights into this legendary dog’s story.
Stop 8
1 hourAdmission not included
Stop 8
Our next anticipated stop will be a visit to the Boulders Beach African Penguin Colony where you will see at close range these adorable bird species. Your expert Tour Guide will escort you and give you a full history of these birds. This is one of the top highlight of this tour. Boulders Beach is a sheltered beach made up of inlets between granite boulders, from which the name originated. It is located on the Cape Peninsula, in Simon's Town in the Western Cape province of South Africa. It is also commonly known as Boulders Bay and home to more than 3000 couples of breeding enchanting African penguins. Most Instagram photos of Cape Town memories are taken here. Entrance fees are at own account unless you have selected an all Park fees included option.
Stop 9
45 minutesAdmission not included
Stop 9
We continue to the top attraction: The Cape of Good Hope part of Table Mountain National Park. Entrance fees of ZAR 400 per adult at own account unless you have selected the option of All Park Fees Included. Children under 12 pay half price of Adult. This is one of the most immaculate well preserved National Park in South Africa which is part of the Unesco heritage site and part of the Cape Floral Kingdom rich in Marine life often referred to as the Serengeti of the Oceans. The fauna and flora of the Park will leave you breathing. We will spot some wildlife animals such as the Bontebok, Babboons, Wild Ostriches, Tortoises, Eland, Seals, Penguins, a varieties of birds and Southern Right Whales (June-November). Take memorable photos at the wooden board of mystic meeting point of the Indian and Atlantic Oceans known as the Cape of Good Hope. The area is known to have the best clean air in the World according to scientists . Small guided hike will be given to those who want to do so.
Stop 10
1 hourAdmission not included
Stop 10
Our next attraction will be to visit the old lighthouse of Cape Point which was put to rest in peace when the Portuguese liner, the Lusitania, crashed under its guidance as it was always covered by aggressive fogs. It has become today the most popular tourist attraction offering breathtaking views of the two oceans namely the Indian and the Atlantic Oceans. Snap some memorable photos here and see the Cape Point and the New powerful lighthouse. Two options are available to reach the top, for those hiking enthusiast, you will be escorted for short hike of approximately 15 minutes each way alternatively you can take a small tram at own account known as the Dutch Man Funicular costing ZAR 150 per adult for both ways.
Stop 11
15 minutes
Stop 11
As we exit the Reserve, We will learn about the Dias Cross and the Vasco Dagama cross. We will have a 15 minutes stop at Cape Point Ostrich Farm and learn about these birds and snap some photos.
Stop 12
15 minutes
Stop 12
We will continue along one the most scenic drive in the World known as the Chapman's Peak drive. Discover this breathtaking scenic route with its 114 Curves, with mountains on the one side and cliffs as well as the Atlantic Ocean on the other side. The views of this route will leave you breathless. We allow you a 20 minutes to snap some memorable photos at the viewing point. Chapman's Peak is named after John Chapman, the pilot of an English ship becalmed in today's Hout Bay in 1607. The skipper sent his pilot ashore to find provisions, and the name was recorded as Chapman's Chaunce. Please take note that this road goes through some periodic maintenance and if its close due to any unforeseen circumstances, We will use an alternative route to return to Cape Town " The Ou Kapse Weg".
Stop 13
1 hour
Stop 13
We Continue our Journey through Houta Bay with a quick Stop at the Harbour where you will see Seals in the Water and snap some photos of this beautiful Harbour. There is also market for souvenirs and gifts for the entire family and friends. Time & Weather Permitting, We will give to the group an option to take the boat to go the Seal Island at own Account. It is a 45 minutes round boat trip where you will see thousands of Cape Fur Seals in their playing nature.
Stop 14
15 minutes
Stop 14
We drive through Camps Bay with its breathtaking views and We allow you to Snap the last photos at Maiden Cove as We proceed to drop you off at your Accommodation in Cape Town passing through the Atlantic Seaboard Suburbs of Clifton, Bantry Bay etc... known as the French Riviera of South Africa. Seeing the 12 Apostles range of Mountain is also one of the highlights to see on this amazing Cape Tour.
Stop 15
15 minutes
Stop 15
You will be drop off at your accommodation in Cape Town and this will be the end of our most memorable tour of Cape Town.
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
Infant Seats Available
Specialized infant seats are available
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.
Refund eligibility
100% refundable 1+ days before
Refund eligibility
0% refundable 0-1 days before
Review Summary
4.4
14 reviews
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