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Table Mountain, Boulders Beach Penguin Colony and Cape Point Day Tour in Cape Town
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Table Mountain, Boulders Beach Penguin Colony and Cape Point Day Tour in Cape Town

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9 hours
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9 hours
Starting time
Friday 9 October 2026
Language
English
Free cancellation until 8 Oct 2026.
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Overview

Cape Town is known for its striking landscapes and diverse wildlife. This full-day bus tour lasting about 9 to 10 hours covers three major attractions: Table Mountain, Boulders Beach penguin colony, and Cape Point. The tour begins with a hotel pickup and a review of the itinerary with the guide, who will also ask about any special interests. The first stop is Bo-kaap, one of Cape Town’s oldest neighborhoods, noted for its colorful Cape Georgian houses and history as a community for freed slaves from the mid-1800s. After about 25 minutes, the tour heads to Table Mountain, where a cable car takes visitors up to the summit for panoramic views of the city, Robben Island, and the Atlantic Ocean. The guide provides information about the mountain’s geology, plants, and animals. Note that the cable car operates only in good weather; if it is closed, tickets can be used another day or refunded. Next, the tour stops briefly at Camps Bay to view the Twelve Apostles mountain range, Lion’s Head, and Table Mountain from the coast. Then it continues to Hout Bay, a fishing harbor town separated by mountains and ocean, where there is time to observe the harbor and local seafood restaurants. The journey proceeds along Chapman's Peak Drive, a scenic coastal road with photo stops, open only in suitable weather. Near the entrance of Cape Point National Park, there is a visit to Cape Point Ostrich Farm where guests can see ostriches from the roadside or enter the farm to view and feed them. Inside Cape Point Nature Reserve, which covers 7,700 hectares and hosts over 2,000 plant species with 70% endemic, the guide will drive through the park, pointing out wildlife like antelopes, zebras, baboons, and ostriches, and share stories about early explorers. Visitors must keep windows closed in the vehicle to prevent baboons from entering and avoid feeding or approaching them outside. The tour includes an hour at the Old Cape Point Lighthouse, located 400 meters above sea level. Visitors can hike to the lighthouse or, for an extra fee, take a funicular. Then there is an hour at the Cape of Good Hope, the southwestern tip of Africa where the Atlantic and Indian Oceans meet. Here, guests can walk or hike and take photos with the large landmark sign. Afterward, the tour continues to Simon's Town, a navy port with Victorian architecture and seafood restaurants, where guests may choose to have lunch. Finally, the tour visits Boulders Beach to see the endangered African penguin colony from a boardwalk designed to protect the birds. Touching or feeding the penguins is prohibited. The tour concludes with a return to the city and drop-off at the preferred location. Included are entry tickets to Table Mountain and Cape Point National Park, private air-conditioned transport, bottled water, Chapman's Peak toll fee, and the penguin colony visit. Lunch and gratuities are not included.

Highlights

Visit Table Mountain with cable car entry tickets included
See the African penguin colony at Boulders Beach
Explore Cape Point Nature Reserve and Old Cape Point Lighthouse
Drive along scenic Chapman's Peak Drive with photo stops
Stop at historic Bo-kaap neighborhood and Simon's Town

What's included

Access to Cape Point National Park
Private transportation throughout the tour
Chapman's Peak toll fee
Entry tickets for Table Mountain
Visit to Boulders Beach penguin colony
Air-conditioned vehicle and bottled water

What's not included

Lunch during the tour
Gratuities for the guide and driver

Itinerary

1

Bo-kaap

Bo-kaap is one of the oldest neighborhoods in Cape Town, located between the city center to the west and Signal Hill to the east. It was among the first permanent homes for freed slaves in the mid-1800s. The area is known for its brightly colored Cape Georgian houses, which attract daily visitors. The guide explains the neighborhood’s history and culture before the tour heads west toward the coast.

25 min

2

Table Mountain

Table Mountain rises over 1,000 meters above sea level and is a major natural landmark. A cable car runs frequently from the base to the summit, providing views of Cape Town, Robben Island, and the Atlantic Ocean. The guide provides information about the mountain’s formation, plant life, and wildlife and assists with photos. The cable car operates only under suitable weather conditions; if closed, tickets can be used another day or refunded.

60 min

3

Camps Bay

Camps Bay is a coastal suburb situated between the Twelve Apostles mountain range and a white sandy beach. Known for its real estate, the tour stops for about 20 minutes to view natural landmarks including the Twelve Apostles, Lion’s Head, and Table Mountain. Guests can take photos before the tour continues south.

20 min

4

Hout Bay

Hout Bay is separated from other towns by mountains and the Atlantic Ocean, earning the nickname "The Republic of Hout Bay." Named after a former indigenous forest, it now hosts one of Cape Town’s busiest fishing harbors, several seafood restaurants, and various tourist activities.

5

Chapman's Peak Drive

Chapman's Peak Drive is a mountain road along the coast offering numerous photo opportunities. The tour spends about 30 minutes driving this state-of-the-art road, enjoying views of the coastline. The route is open only when weather conditions allow.

30 min

6

Cape Point Ostrich Farm

Located about 100 meters before the Cape Point National Park entrance, the ostrich farm allows viewing ostriches from the roadside. Guests can also enter the farm to see the birds up close, take pictures, and feed them.

20 min

7

Cape Point Nature Reserve

Cape Point National Park covers 7700 hectares and contains the world's richest floral kingdom. Over 2000 plant species of the Cape Floral Kingdom grow here naturally, with 70% endemic to this area. Wildlife such as antelopes, ostriches, zebras, baboons, and birds live in the park. The guide will drive through the park, sharing stories about early explorers and flora, and stopping for photos. Visitors must keep vehicle windows closed to keep baboons out and maintain distance from baboons outside the vehicle. Feeding baboons is strictly prohibited.

60 min

8

Old Cape Point Lighthouse

The unused Cape Point Lighthouse sits 400 meters above sea level and is the third oldest lighthouse in the area. It attracts daily hikers from the Cape Point car park. Visitors can hike up or take a funicular for an additional fee. The location offers extensive views of Cape Town and surroundings.

60 min

9

Cape of Good Hope

This is the southwesternmost point of the African continent where the Atlantic and Indian Oceans meet. The waters here are known for high marine biodiversity. Visitors have about an hour to walk or hike around the area and take photos with the large sign marking this famous landmark.

60 min

10

Simon's Town

Founded in the late 1600s by Simon Van Der Stel, Simon's Town serves as a navy port and features Victorian buildings along the main road. The town has seafood restaurants and shops. Guests may choose to have lunch here at their own expense.

90 min

11

Boulders Beach Penguin Colony

Boulders Beach hosts one of only two mainland African penguin colonies in South Africa. A boardwalk allows visitors to view the penguins up close without disturbing them. Touching or feeding the penguins is not allowed.

60 min

12

Kalk Bay

Kalk Bay, meaning Limestone Bay, is a fishing town located between False Bay and the Cape Peninsula mountains. It features restaurants, theaters, shops, and art galleries, and is noted as one of the coolest places to live according to Forbes magazine.

Languages

English (guide)

Cancellation policy

  • Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.

Additional info

1–12 travelers per booking
Mobile ticket
Reachable by public transport
Suitable for all fitness levels
Total
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