Safari

Cape Point and Boulders Beach Penguins Small-Group Sightseeing Tour with Hotel Transfers

Enjoy a guided small group journey with hotel pickup, comfortable transport, and bottled water included for a relaxed sightseeing day.

Start your adventure with convenient pickup from your Cape Town hotel or meet at The Westin Hotel concierge desk.

Travel along the scenic False Bay coastline and Chapman's Peak Drive, with toll fees covered for a seamless ride.

Visit St James Beach for photo stops, and learn about local history, wildlife, and shipwrecks from your knowledgeable guide.

Upgrade your experience by adding entrance to Cape of Good Hope, Boulders Penguin Colony, or the Cape Point Funicular.

The tour includes a stop at the famous African penguin colony at Boulders Beach, home to one of the world's few mainland penguin colonies.

Chapman's Peak Drive is renowned for its dramatic ocean views and is considered one of the most picturesque coastal routes in South Africa.

Your guide shares stories about the region’s wildlife and shipwrecks, adding depth to each stop along the route.

Hotel pick up and drop off

Shared tour guide and driver

Vehicle and fuel included

Bottled water onboard vehicle

Chapman's Peak toll fees

Lunch

Drinks and gratuities

Cape Point Funicular

Cape of Good Hope

Boulders Penguin Colony

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

Travel along Cape Town’s southern coast on a small-group guided tour, with hotel pick up and drop off, vehicle and fuel included.

Getting started
Your experience begins with hotel pick up, where you’ll meet your shared tour guide and driver. Settle into a comfortable vehicle with bottled water provided onboard as you head out for a day of sightseeing. All vehicle and fuel needs are taken care of, so you can focus on the journey ahead.

What to expect

St James Beach huts
The first stop is St James Beach, known for its colorful beach huts lining the sand. This is a popular spot for photos and a chance to enjoy the coastal atmosphere.

Capture photos of the iconic, brightly painted huts that have become a symbol of Cape Town’s seaside charm.

Your guide shares insights into the area’s history and significance as you stretch your legs before continuing along the coast.

Chapman’s Peak Drive
Continue your journey along Chapman’s Peak Drive, a world-renowned coastal road carved into the mountainside.

Enjoy panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean and dramatic cliffs as your vehicle navigates this scenic route.

Chapman’s Peak toll fees are included, ensuring a seamless drive with no extra stops for payment.

Boulders Beach
Arrive at Boulders Beach, home to the famous African penguin colony.

Observe the unique behavior of African penguins in their natural habitat, with time to watch them waddle along the sand and swim in the sheltered bay.

Your guide provides background on the penguins’ conservation and the importance of this protected area.

Cape Point Nature Reserve
Explore the Cape Point Nature Reserve, a rugged landscape at the tip of the Cape Peninsula.

Take in the dramatic scenery where the Atlantic and Indian Oceans meet, and learn about the area’s shipwrecks and wildlife from your guide.

The tour includes vehicle access throughout the reserve, with your guide highlighting points of interest along the way.

False Bay coastline
Travel along the False Bay coastline, passing through charming seaside towns and enjoying uninterrupted ocean views.

The route offers a mix of natural beauty and local culture, with your guide pointing out notable landmarks and sharing stories of the region.

Bottled water is available onboard to keep you refreshed throughout the drive.

Wrapping up
At the end of your tour, your guide and driver return you to your hotel. All transportation, fuel, and Chapman’s Peak toll fees are included, so you can relax and reflect on the day’s highlights.

What to bring

Bring a valid South African ID, driver's licence, or SADC passport if you wish to use the SA/SADC rate for entrance fees.

In summer, bring a sun hat, sunscreen, sunglasses, and comfortable shoes, as there may be minimal walking.

In winter, bring a warm jacket.

Pre-purchasing entrance tickets to the Cape of Good Hope and Boulders Penguin Colony is recommended to save time.

Entry tickets to the Cape of Good Hope and Boulders Penguin Colony must be purchased separately and are only available by card payment; cash is not accepted.

What's not allowed

Pets are not permitted on this tour.

Infants must not sit on laps, and infant seats are not available.

Accessibility

The tour is wheelchair accessible.

Additional information

A minimum of 2 people is required for the tour to depart.

Pickup is available from any accommodation within a 10km radius of Cape Town city center or from the meeting point at The Westin Hotel concierge desk.