cape town Swimming with penguins at close encounter

Cape Town, South Africa
Duration7h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, French
Group sizeUp to 60 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Embark on a breathtaking all inclusive tour that takes you along South Africa’s stunning southern coastline. Begin your adventure at Boulders Beach, where you’ll have the rare chance to get up close to African penguins. Swim at the white sandy beach beside these charming birds, enjoy a peaceful walk along the boardwalk at Boulders Penguin Colony, and capture fun, memorable photos penguins here are natural posers!
Next, journey to the rugged coastline of Cape Point, where dramatic cliffs and crashing Atlantic waves create an awe inspiring backdrop. Take in the scenery before sitting down to a relaxing lunch choose the 4th Beach Restaurant near Boulders Beach, known for its seaside charm and local flavors.
Your day concludes with a leisurely drive along Chapman’s Peak Drive, one of the most scenic coastal routes in the world, offering panoramic views of mountains and sea.

What's included

  • proffessional tour guide
  • Bottled water
  • chapmans peak tal gate
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • pick up and drop off
  • Entry admission to boulder's penguins colony
  • Lunch and drinks at customer's cost.
  • Gratuities

What to expect

  1. Cape Town Central
    30m
    This is where our pick ups starts from ,your accommodation /hotels Soon after pick up we will drive along the M5 and connect with the M4 via Muizenberg, St. James and Fish Hoek beaches located along the scenic False Bay coastline on our way to Boulder's Beach Penguins Colony.Soon after collection from your accommodation in Cape Town, we will drive along through the city centre to see some historical monuments and buildings.
  2. St James Beach
    30m
    Much like their counterparts, the Beach huts that can be seen here at St. James Beach are also used by sunbathers as change rooms. Your tour guide will stop here for a few minutes to allow for some fun-filled photos with these colourful beach huts before we proceed to Boulder's Beach Penguins colony.
  3. Kalk Bay Harbour
    30m
    We drive past Kalk Bay Harbour which is more like a fishing village, with the fishing boats docking and the fish traders praising their catch. Fresh fish are available for puchase here on a daily basis. The sights, smells and refreshing sea air are nothing less than spectacular.
  4. Fish Hoek Beach
    Pass by
    We pass through Fish Hoek beach. It is possible to feel the warm Indian ocean waters which flow into the False Bay area making Fish Hoek a preferred beach for swimming and sunbathing on long stretches of warm white sand.
  5. Simon's Town
    30m
    We will have a stop here at simon's town ,simon's town was founded in 1679 by the second governor Simon Van der stel. Its the second oldest town in south africa. home to south African navy's base. Ex british Head quarter under the Commonwealth after the British headed it over in 1944 after the world second war
    you will have the view of the Martello house, the British oldest construction building in the Country and the oldest of its kind in the world
    we will visit the statue of just Nuisance, and his history would be told once there , the unique Dog, a Great dane which had saved the South African naval, marine services
    Its also a home to the African penguins..we will have lunch at simons town at Harbour view (optional)
  6. Boulders Beach Penguin Colony
    1h 30m · Admission ticket included
    We stop at Boulder's Beach this the highligt of the day to visit one of the largest African Penguins colony in South Africa . Boulder's Beach is one of the best beaches in Cape Town particularly for swimming and sunbathing. It is possible to have close encounters with the African penguins whilst swimming and sunbathing at Boulder's . Therefore, we will take a walk along the boardwalk to the official penguins colony location to see and swim with the penguins in their natural habitat. Boulder's penguins colony is home to approximately 3000 African Penguins who spend their days frolicking in the False Bay waters, basking in the sun and parading on the granite Boulders.
  7. Noordhoek Beach
    Pass by
    Noordhoek Beach is one of Cape Town’s hidden gems, offering visitors a unique and unforgettable experience with its pristine white sands, crystal-clear waters, and breathtaking views.
  8. Chapman's Peak Drive
    30m
    Providing that it is operational, we will drive through Chapman’s Peak Drive, one of the most scenic and spectacular routes in the country, if not the world. We will stop for a few minutes at the viewpoints to take some photos. The route has about 114 curves and an altitude of 593 meters above sea level. You will also have a view of Sentinel Mountain, which resembles a black rhinoceros.
  9. Hout Bay
    1h
    stunning natural beauty and charming village atmosphere , it is popular destination for outdoor activities , seafood lovers and those seeking a laid-back coastal experience
    the offers also a boat trip to the seals island
  10. Cape Town Central
    Pass by
    Upon our arrival back in Cape Town, visitors will be dropped off at the same pickup point where they were collected in the morning.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

All visitors should be at the hotel lobby by 8 A.M and wait for the tour guide to pick them up

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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