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Last updated: 24 June, 2023
Expert travel writer: Richard Holmes

Treacherous seas, sandy coves and sheer cliffs characterise Cape Point, located at the tip of the Cape Peninsula, 60km southwest of Cape Town.

The 7,750-hectare reserve, which falls within the Table Mountain National Park, makes a great day trip for nature lovers, with its fynbos (the smallest yet richest of the world’s six floral kingdoms), antelope, baboons, Cape Mountain zebras and Cape clawless otters.

The drive there is lovely, and the penguin colony at Boulders Beach is conveniently on the way.

Be sure to climb up Cape Point’s lighthouse, 286m above sea level, for spectacular ocean views. To reach the lighthouse, walk or take the ‘Flying Dutchman’ – a funicular named after a ghostly ship that is said to sail around the point.

Price from: £16
Minimum age: Any
Age suitable: 4+
When: All year around

Getting there & doing it

Hire a car and take a slow, scenic day-trip to Cape Point Nature Reserve, heading through the southern suburbs and along the False Bay coastline, perhaps stopping at one of the chic cafés in Kalk Bay or Simonstown for breakfast.

Entry to Cape Point includes a map marking walking trails, beaches and places of historical interest.

After, drive back to Cape Town via Scarborough, Noordhoek, Chapman’s Peak, Hout Bay and Camps Bay, stopping for sundowners or whale watching along the way (Southern Right whales can be seen from June to September).

When to do it

It’s open all year round, seven days a week. It’s best anytime in summer or on a clear, calm winter’s day. It’s also a popular destination for tourists in summer, while locals favour public holidays and weekends. Go early in the day to avoid the crowds.

Weather conditions can be severe, with strong winds and high temperatures. Check the daily forecast on the website before setting out.

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MUST DO: Cape Peninsula Tour & Good Hope from Cape Town! #1 Rated

Cape Town

MUST DO: Cape Peninsula Tour & Good Hope from Cape Town! #1 Rated
Embark on an extraordinary Cape Peninsula full-day tour, immersing yourself in Cape Town's unparalleled beauty. Prepare for the adventure of a lifetime as we drive along the stunning coastline, revealing picturesque locations. Visit Hout Bay, where golden sands meet the Atlantic Ocean's active waters. Breathe in the ocean breeze and soak up the sun in this coastal haven. Opt for an optional Hout Bay Seal Island visit to witness seals in their natural habitat, creating memories to cherish. Traverse Chapman's Peak Drive, renowned for its awe-inspiring vistas. Arrive at the Cape of Good Hope, where the Atlantic and Indian Oceans converge. Stand at the continent's edge, embracing the spirit of exploration and history. Join our unforgettable Cape Peninsula full-day tour, guided by wonder, adventure, and bliss. Indulge your senses, create cherished memories for a lifetime. Experience the captivating beauty of Cape Town and the treasures it holds.

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Cape of Good Hope Private Tour to Cape Point & Penguins From Cape Town

Cape Town

Cape of Good Hope Private Tour to Cape Point & Penguins From Cape Town
Embark on our Cape Peninsula on a full day private tour from Cape Town and visit Bo-Kaap, Camps Bay, Atlantic seaboard, Seal Island, Chapmans Peak, Boulders Penguins, Cape of Good Hope/Cape Point and if we have time, Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens. This tour gives you the unique opportunity to see the best of Cape Town top attractions in one day in a private vehicle with a personal guide/driver and enjoying personalised interactions, one-on-one. Cape Town has much to offer and this is by far one of the top 10 things to do in Cape Town.

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Min age: 0

Rating 4.84 / 5 [19 ratings]

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Full Day Cape Point Sightseeing Tour

Cape Town

Full Day Cape Point Sightseeing Tour
Join us to enjoy a live-guided day excursion to visit the Penguins at Boulders Beach, Cape Point and the Cape of Good Hope. This tour offers you over 1 hour at the penguin beach, over 2 hours at Cape Point to fully explore this gem and Unesco Heritage site and another 30 minutes at the Cape of Good Hope. Lunch at your own expense. You can also choose to join the optional, guided hike from Cape Point to the Cape of Good Hope (approx 40 minutes, requires medium fitness & good walking shoes). After a day spent exploring, sit back in your seat and enjoy the coastal drive back to Cape Town via Scarborough and Kommetjie, with spectacular views from the Ou Kaapse Weg mountain pass. Free WIFI and USB charging stations available at your seat. Please note: This tour does not include the entrance tickets to the Cape Point park or the Penguin beach, which are payable on the day. Cape Point R 340 and Penguins R 170 (South African citizens with valid photo ID: Cape Point R 85 & Penguins R 40)

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Min age: 2

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Cape Point Sightseeing Tour including Penguins at Boulders Beach from Cape Town

Cape Town

Cape Point Sightseeing Tour including Penguins at Boulders Beach from Cape Town
Take a scenic drive down to the stunning Cape Point, part of the Table Mountain National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This half day tour is the easiest way to see some of the most spectacular scenery in South Africa, taking in the Chapmans Peak coastal road, Hout Bay Harbour (drive through), and the African Penguin Colony at Boulders Beach (timer permitting and for clients own account).

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Rating 4.54 / 5 [46 ratings]

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Table Mountain, Penguins & Cape Point Small Group Tour from Cape Town

Cape Town

Table Mountain, Penguins & Cape Point Small Group Tour from Cape Town
For travellers with limited time in Cape Town we have combined all the highlights into one day on a Scheduled Tour to Table Mountain, Boulder's Penguins and the Cape of Good Hope. Travelling to Cape Town without visiting the Cape of Good Hope is like a travelling to Paris without visiting the Eiffel Tower. On this tour: See the city centre on a brief drive-by city tour; Stop in the Bo-Kaap for a photo with the colourful houses; Visit Table Mountain via the Cable Car; Take a drive along Chapman's Peak; Visit the African penguins colony at Boulder's Beach; Take your photo at the Cape of Good Hope and visit Cape Point lighthouse; See the colourful beach huts at St. James Beach.

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Rating 4.77 / 5 [844 ratings]

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1 day Cape Point Explore with Boulder's Penguins Small Group Tour

Cape Town

1 day Cape Point Explore with Boulder's Penguins Small Group Tour
Spend a day exploring the beautiful Cape Peninsula on this tour from Cape Town. With a professional guide, travel to Hout Bay and enjoy free time to wander independently or see the seals on Duiker Island. Then, cruise along Chapman’s Peak Drive to the Cape of Good Hope. Along the way, stop at Cape Point to drink in the jagged scenery and wander amid the fynbos. You’ll also have the option of visiting Boulders Beach, where you can view the African penguins, before returning to Cape Town. Numbers limited to 13, ensuring a small-group experience.

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Private Cape Peninsula Tour - Cape Point, Cape of Good Hope sightseeing

Cape Town

Private Cape Peninsula Tour - Cape Point, Cape of Good Hope sightseeing
This is a full day private Cape Point tour dedicated to you and your party of guests. Embark on an awe-inspiring tour of the Cape Point surrounded by remarkable ocean currents, blue flag beaches and rocky mountain terrains. The Cape Point tour covers the Cape Peninsula starting from Cape Town city reaching alongside the Atlantic Ocean towards Cape of Good Hope Table Mountain national park and winding down at the penguin's colony.  We cover 3 main attractions which includes Cape Point, Cape of Goodhope and Boulders Penguin colony. We round the Cape all the way to the south most westerly point and end the tour in the False Bay heading back towards the city. This is one trip that every tourist must experience when visiting Cape Town.

Price: Z1,500

Min age: 0

Rating 4.91 / 5 [12 ratings]

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Full day Cape Point Tour

Cape Town

Full day Cape Point Tour
Pick up from hotels in central areas Small air conditioned vehicles with accredited professional driver guides Scenic views or mountains and beaches from the coastal road along the Atlantic Ocean, through Camps Bay and Clifton to Hout Bay.  12 Apostles Peaks Optional boat trip to Seal Island (own account +/- R80), or shop for souvenirs, or enjoy refreshments (own account) Chapman's Peak (if open) Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve and Cape Point with option to take the funicular (own account +/- R 80) to the lighthouse, or enjoy the walk Visit to Boulders Beach to see the Penguins (included) or shop for souvenirs, or enjoy refreshments (own account) Drive through Simon's Town and see  the Indian Ocean. Visit Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens (own account +/- R70) before returning to your hotel

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Min age: 0

Rating 4.93 / 5 [47 ratings]

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Cape Town Super Saver: Cape Point Tour plus Wine Tasting in Stellenbosch

Cape Town

Cape Town Super Saver: Cape Point Tour plus Wine Tasting in Stellenbosch
With this Cape Town Super Saver you’ll get two best-selling tours at one discounted price, combining Cape Point with a Stellenbosch wine tour. Experience the Cape’s highlights in one day and mix relaxing sightseeing with a little wine tasting for the perfect day out. The Cape is an area renowned internationally for its spectacular natural scenery. Craggy mountain peaks contrast with endless ocean vistas and lush green valleys. Set off out of town along the Atlantic Seaboard, with fantastic coastal views as you cruise past prime real estate. Make your way through Hout Bay to enjoy world-famous views along Chapman’s Peak Drive, then journey to Cape Point, at the edge of Africa, to enjoy views unlike any other. Cape Point is also part of the Cape Point Nature Reserve, rich in flora and fauna. Proceed to Stellenbosch in the heart of the mountainous Cape Winelands and enjoy an orientation tour of the town before sampling a selection of top-class wines at a beautiful, local wine estate.

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Min age: 2

Rating 4.54 / 5 [77 ratings]

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Cape of Good hope, Cape Point & Penguins, Private customizable Morning Tour

Cape Town

Cape of Good hope, Cape Point & Penguins, Private customizable Morning Tour
What makes this tour unique it is a private excursion that can be customized. However our suggestions is as follows: Our sightseeing Cape of Good Hope & Cape Point tour will take you down the Cape Peninsula to the Cape Point Nature reserve, Cape Point and Cape of Good Hope. It is one of Cape Town’s top ten tourist attractions and ranks with the most scenic drive in the world. The circular route from Cape Town to Cape Point nature reserve and back is 180 kilometers. You’ll travel along the Atlantic seaboard the Twelve Apostles mountain range to Hout Bay and along Chapman’s Peak drive one of the most spectacular scenic routes in the world. By mid morning we reach the entrance of Cape Point nature reserve and drive all the way to Cape Point and Cape of Good Hope. Enough time will be allowed for you to walk to the old light house. Our return journey to Cape Town will take you along the False Bay coastline with a visit to the African penguin colony at Boulders beach.

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Min age: 6

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Private Tour: Cape of Good Hope and Cape Point from Cape Town

Cape Town

Private Tour: Cape of Good Hope and Cape Point from Cape Town
Join us on a Full Day Cape Peninsula Private Tour to the Cape of Good Hope/Cape Point, Chapmans Peak, Seal Island and Boulder's Penguins Colony, affording you the opportunity to see all the key sightseeing attractions that Cape Town has to offer. On this tour, guests will have the option to customise the tour to suit their requirements as they will have their own personal tour guide in a private vehicle with personal guided interaction. Highlights that can be experienced on this tour include the Bo-Kaap, Atlantic Seaboard, Hout Bay (the Gateway to Seal Island), Chapman's Peak Drive, Cape Point Vineyard, Boulder's Penguins colony, Cape of Good Hope, Cape Point and Muizenberg. This is one of the best ways to see some of the major highlights Cape Town has to offer in a customisable private tour.

Price: Z2,100

Min age: 2

Rating 4.86 / 5 [490 ratings]

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Table Mountain, Boulder's Penguins & Cape Point Private Tour from Cape Town

Cape Town

Table Mountain, Boulder's Penguins & Cape Point Private Tour from Cape Town
Join us on a fun-filled day and embark on a Cape of Good Hope/Cape Point private tour including the colorful houses in the Bo Kaap, cable car ride up and down Table Mountain, scenic drive along Chapman's Peak and a visit to Boulder's Penguins colony from Cape Town.

Price: Z2,250

Min age: 2

Rating 4.86 / 5 [159 ratings]

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The Road Trip (Cape Point and Penguins)

Cape Town

The Road Trip (Cape Point and Penguins)
Imagine roadtripping along the most scenic drive in the world while African beats are playing. We get goosebumps every time. Keep a look out for zebra, eland, ostriches, baboons, seals, whales and the crowd favourite… the African Penguin colony at Boulder’s Beach. While eating a packed lunch at Buffels Bay, watch out for the inquisitive baboons! Next stop, you have the opportunity to take a selfie with a penguin or take a refreshing dip at Boulders Beach. Get the chance to interact with seals who love hanging out with the fisherman on Kalk Bay's pier. From here we take you to the home of South African surfing, Muizenberg, where you can take that perfect Instagram photo of the colourful beach houses. This Cape Point Tour will awaken your senses, so sit back, relax while Cape Town's iconic Kiff Kombi takes you on an unforgettable journey around the Cape. The tour includes transport, a packed lunch and all entry fees.

Price: Z2,270

Min age: 4

Rating 4.70 / 5 [31 ratings]

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Cape Town to Cape Point Private Day Tour

Cape Town

Cape Town to Cape Point Private Day Tour
Cape Town and Cape Peninsula full-day, private tour potentially includes: a stop at Clifton Beaches; Hout Bay boat ride to Seals Island (optional, please specify); Chapman’s Peak Drive; World of Birds (optional, please specify); Cape Point & Nature Reserve; penguin colony at Boulders Beach; historic Simon’s Town and Sea Lions in Kalk Bay Harbor. We either visit Kirstenbosch Gardens or do a wine tasting at a Constantia vineyard.

Price: Z2,490

Min age: 12

Rating 4.57 / 5 [7 ratings]

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Guided Day Tour to Cape Point, Penguins and Wine Tasting

Cape Town

Guided Day Tour to Cape Point, Penguins and Wine Tasting
All tours are owner-operated! Up to 7 can be accommodated on tour. Booking is blocked after 2nd people book tour. This way we keep it small and personal with ±2-4 on tour. This full day tour will take you right around the beautiful Cape Peninsula, past the world-famous Clifton and Camps Bay beaches, through Hout Bay and along Chapman's Peak drive. Stop to see ostriches before having tea at Cape of Good Hope before venturing to see Cape Point lighthouse. This is followed by seeing penguins at Boulders Beach after which we will have lunch in Simon's Town. Tour continues over Boyes Drive with view of False Bay and quick stop at the Shark Spotters lookout. Last part of the tour is the Constantia Valley wine route where we visit one the finest wine estates for a tasting session.

Price: Z3,340

Min age: 5

Rating 4.97 / 5 [78 ratings]

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1 day Cape Point and Constantia Wine Tour with Private Transfers

Cape Town

1 day Cape Point and Constantia Wine Tour with Private Transfers
See the best of the Cape Peninsula on a private day trip from Cape Town! Sit back and relax as your attentive guide drives you along Chapman’s Peak Drive, a spectacular marine road, to Cape Point. After walking around these stunning sites, head to Boulders Beach to penguin spot at leisure, and then finish with a wine-tasting session and tour at the Groot Constantia wine estate in Constantia Valley.

Price: Z3,800

Min age: 0

Rating 4.83 / 5 [12 ratings]

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7 Day Garden Route with Addo, Cape Point and Winelands Small Group Combo Package

Cape Town

7 Day Garden Route with Addo, Cape Point and Winelands Small Group Combo Package
Set your sense of adventure free on this week-long adventure along the south eastern coast of South Africa from Cape Town. Explore this coastal paradise with an experienced guide: hike in old-growth forests, see endangered animals in wildlife reserves and National Parks, canoe through pristine waters, surf at Jeffreys Bay and relax on white-sand beaches. Taste local wines in the famed Cape Winelands and venture down south along the coastal Cape Whale Route to reach the most southwestern tip of Africa at Cape Point. A combination of guided trips and optional activities -including bungy jumping and waterfall zip-lining - allows you to tailor this trip to your taste for adventure.

Price: Z15,900

Min age: 12

Rating 4.88 / 5 [18 ratings]

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Cape Town

Western Cape, South Africa

Aerial view of the whole city at dusk

A vibrant, multicultural city with dramatic scenery, adrenaline adventure galore, Africa’s best art scene, golden beaches world-class wine regions and outstanding gastronomy. All in the shadows of the mighty Table Mountain.