Cape Town Scenic Coastal Tour Experience

Travelers should book this tour as its is one of the best in Cape Town.It takes travelers along the extremely scenic coastal route for the entire route. There is a lot to see in the form of wild animals, bird species and amazing plant species. The fynbos dominates the vegetation along this route with the proteas - the South African national flower very visible.
On this tour are the best beaches in Cape Town which constitute part of the 10 blue flag beaches. There is also a lot of history which travelers learn as they go on this tour. In winter there is a high probability for travelers to encounter whales. Other optional activities on this tour are seals at seal island.

One of the biggest attraction in the city of Cape Town are the penguins. So this is a tour that combines sightseeing, outdoor activity as they hike at Cape Point and Cape of Good Hope. The landscape is totally amazing and there are countless photo opportunities along the way like the Chapman's Peak drive.

Meeting Point

The Silo Hotel

Silo Square, Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa

Travelers are picked up at the drop and go area in front of The Silo Hotel Waterfront

What's included:

• Pick up from your hotel and drop off after the tour
• Registered and Accredited Tourist Guide
• Bottled water
• Entry fees to Diamond Museum

Not included:

• Entry fees to Cape Point and Cape of Good Hope up to R400/adult R200/child intl - SADC half price
• Entry to optional activities Penguins Boulders' Beach up to R195/adult R95/child SADCC Half price
• Optional return trip to Seal Island up to R120pp
• Gratuities

What to expect:

Duration: between 8 hours and 9 hours

Camps Bay

Camps Bay

The most popular beach.in Cape Town and the most visited. Here is the place popularly known as 'The place for the rich and famous". With several trendy shops, coffee shops and only two hotels this is a place which does not go to sleep.
Take a walk on the pure white sand beach and dip in the warm waters. The beach is attractive with colorful beach umbrellas. Look out for attractive beach bodies some of the playing beach games like volley ball and more.

The location is something the marvel at. With the background of Table Mountain, Lions' Head and the Twelve Apostles peaks this is a jewel in Cape Town. This is also a favorite movie location because of its great climate and the clear white waters.

30 minutes

Hout Bay

Hout Bay

The peaceful village in Cape Town with its proud residents. Take a walk on the harbor where there are lots amazing products that includes art and craft. Hout Bay is known to be home of the biggest fishing industry in Cape Town hence the restaurants here have the freshest fish and chips.
Grab a cup of coffee and take photos with surroundings of mountains and the fishing boats. Visit the fish processing factory where fisherman are processing the day's catch.

Take a walk around as you stretch your legs as part of long day on the tour van.

1 hour

Chapman's Peak Drive

Hout Bay Road, Between Noordhoek and Hout Bay, 7872

An architectural feat, an amazing 114 curved scenic drive that is almost 10 km long. Curved along the foot of the Chapman's Mountain there are countless photo stops where you can take group photos.
In winter look out for whales which are gliding in couples in this bay. As you approach the end of this scenic drive there is long beach an almost 9 km long beach. This is the most beautiful beach in Cape Town and is very much unspoiled as there is no public transport. Access to this is by cars only.

Take a look at the travelers enjoying as they ride horses the length of this blue flag beach. This scenic drive is a paradise for bikers, runners and hikers all year round.

30 minutes

Cape Point Nature Reserve

Cape Town Central

Visit the main attraction on this tour and explore the walking trails which are all over. Take a 12 minute hike to the top where there is a flight of 62 steps to the lighthouse. Get to the top and take in the amazing aerial views of the entire bay.
Look out for the unspoiled Diaz beach from the top. And the several look out positions were you can be able to see the hanging cliffs and the second light house. Breath in the freshest air in the World as has been declared after the setting up of the Global Watch Research Station.

You can also use the fernicular for a return trip to the top Look out for the critters that grace this location with the geckos and the lizards being the most popular.

1 hour, 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Cape of Good Hope

Cape Point Rd, , 8001

The most South-Western tip of the continent and an iconic landmark which draws thousands of travelers annually. Take a walk on this rocky coast with an abundant marine life. Look out for the seals sunbathing on the rocks and the sea birds. There are hanging cliffs where travelers enjoy climbing and take great photos with the background of the choppy ocean.
Take a walk on the several trails around come up close to some of the wild animals in the wild. Theses include the antelopes, wild beasts, bonteboks and the ever popular chacma baboons. There is also an adorable rock rabbit called a dasy which is always on the travelers lips every time they visit this place.

This location is also blessed with over 250 birds species of which 70 of them breed here with two fynbos enedemics. The Cape Sugarbird and Orange-breasted Sunbirds are mostly visible in spring (August - September).

There is also a wide range of plant species with the fynbos being the dominant of these varied species.

1 hour

Simon's Town

Simon's Town

Visit this small settlement but one of the oldest in South Africa. It is an attractive location nestled between the Red Hill mountain and the Atlantic Ocean.
A walk along the main road takes you past a magnificent colonial Dutch architecture which has prompted the authorities to declare this place a national heritage. Simon's Town is also home to the South African Navy, so it is no surprise to see the warships in the harbor that includes the frigates.

This is one of the most beautiful places to live in Cape Town because of the outstanding landscape. Look out for the statue of Just Nuisance a dane - the only dog ever to be listed in the Royal Navy. He died in 1944 aged seven and was buried with full military honors .

Along the main road there are several art and craft shops where you can spoil yourself with African curios. There are also boutique shops and several old vynil record shops.

1 hour, 30 minutes

Boulders Beach Penguin Colony

Simon's Town, 7995

Visit this colony of the African penguins, take a walk on the wooden boardwalk and get up close. Learn about the life cycle, their history how they ended up being there starting as a couple in 1982.
Now with figures of between 2 000 and 3 000 this is a major attraction on this tour. If you bring your swim wear you can paddle with these adorable birds at the Boulders' beach.

Get up close to these flightless birds as they dive in water to catch fish. Look out for their houses dug in the white sand and they protect their young ones.

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Old Cape Point Lighthouse

Cape Point Nature Reserve, Cape Point

Visit one of the oldest lighthouses on the South African coast. Built in 1859 the lighthouse stands 238 meters above sea-level on the peak.
This light house is no longer used as a nautical guide since most of the time it is covered under fog. This is the site of many shipwrecks which have been documented and are available at one of the buildings. Take a short hike to this historical lighthouse where amazing views of the Falls Bay are obtainable.

Look out for The Bellows Rock where one of the ships The Lusitania crushed prompting the authorities to built another lighthouse which is now in use at this location.

1 hour

Bo-kaap

Schotsche Kloof, , Cape Town Central

Take a walk in this amazing small village with colorful houses and cobbled stone driveways. Look out for the art shops selling top quality products.
Explore the reason why this is a popular destination for culinary tours. Learn the history of this former Malay Quarter and why English students form the middle east prefer staying here.

Take a walk and take quality photos in this popular residential area while you also interact with the locals. Learn the history of the Asians when and why they settled in this small village. Explore the place and visit the local museum with a rich history including slavery.

30 minutes

Cape Point Vineyards Tasting Room

Silvermine Rd, Noordhoek, 7979

Stop over at this amazing winery uniquely nestled majestically against the slopes of the famous Chapman's Peak mountain. This winery has amazing views of the Atlantic ocean only 1,2km away. Take in the cool breeze along with the ancient soils ideal for world class Sauvignon Blanc.
Grab a cup of coffee from the restaurant which is ideally located as it offers outdoor seating, sea and vineyard views. The menu is a world class A La Carte by Executive Chef Chad Blows.

30 minutes

Muizenberg Beach

Beach Rd, , Cape Town Central, 7950

Visit this ever popular beach in Cape Town. Known as the Surfers' Corner by the surfing community. Take a walk on this pure white sand beach as you enjoy the cool ocean breeze.
Look out for young trainee surfers going through their paces as their learn from their instructors. Look out for jelly fish which is always seen at this popular beach.

Take a walk to the colorful wooden houses used as change rooms by the locals. Take some time for a few selfies on some of the houses. Look out for the Shark Alert flags hoisted by the city of Cape Town. Learn from your guide what they mean as they have saved a lot of lives.

There are several restaurants, coffee shops and ice cream shops. Grab a cup of coffee or a soft cone for the end of the day treat.

30 minutes