Cape Town Boulder's Beach Penguin Tour
Swim With African Penguins at Boulder's Beach on a Scenic Tour in Cape Town
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1 participant
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- • Explore Boulder's Beach With African Penguins in Cape Town
- • Enjoy an 8-Hour Scenic Tour of Cape Town's Highlights
- • Visit One of the Largest African Penguin Colonies in South Africa
Why We Love This Unique Experience
Experience an unforgettable adventure swimming with adorable African penguins at the stunning Cape of Good Hope! This unique encounter offers a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to get up close and personal with these enchanting creatures in their natural habitat. Nestled in one of South Africa's most breathtaking coastal regions, this experience promises not only fun and excitement but also a chance to create lasting memories while exploring captivating landscapes.
The adventure kicks off at Boulder's Beach, where visitors can marvel at one of the largest colonies of African penguins in South Africa. Enjoy a refreshing swim alongside these playful birds as they frolic in the sparkling waters. A walk along the scenic boardwalk will provide fantastic photo opportunities, capturing the essence of this magical place. After immersing in the charm of the penguins, a delightful drive to Cape Point ensures breathtaking views of the dramatic cliffs and vibrant coastal flora, making this experience both relaxing and exhilarating.
This unforgettable swimming adventure with penguins at the Cape of Good Hope makes for a perfect gift for animal lovers or anyone seeking a unique experience. Whether celebrating a special occasion or simply wanting to gift someone an extraordinary day, diving into the world of African penguins promises joy, laughter, and unforgettable moments. Create cherished memories that will last a lifetime by sharing the beauty and wonder of South Africa's stunning coastline and its beloved inhabitants!
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Experience Overview:
Swimming With Penguins At Close Encounter And Cape Of Good HopeBy booking this tour, travelers will have the opportunity to get close to the African penguins, swim at the white sandy beach with the penguins, take a walk on the boardwalk at Boulder's Penguin Colony, and view one of the largest penguin colonies in South Africa. Enjoy being photographed as the penguins love having their pictures taken. Experience the wonders of Cape Town, from the pristine beaches to the spectacular sight of Cape Point as we drive to the southwestern part of Africa. Have lunch in Simon's Town and enjoy a drive along one of the most scenic routes in the world, known as Chapman’s Peak Drive. This is truly one of the most relaxing tours you can experience when traveling to Cape Town.
What's included:
- Entry admission to boulder's penguins olony @ 195 per adult and R 95 per kid
- proffessional tour guide
- pick up and drop off
- Entrance to cape of Good hope main gate @R 400per adul and R 200 per child
Not included:
- Lunch and drinks at customer's cost.
- Entrance fees flying dutchman funicular @ R85 per adult and R45 Per kid
What to expect:
Duration: 8 hours
Cape Town Central
Cape Town Central
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.
30 minutes
St James Beach
Main Road, Muizenberg, 7945
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.
30 minutes
Kalk Bay Harbour
Kalk Bay, 7990
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.
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Fish Hoek Beach
Cape Town Central, 8001
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.
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Simon's Town
Simon's Town
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)
1 hour
Boulders Beach Penguin Colony
Simon's Town, 7995
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.
3 hours • Admission Ticket Not Included
Cape of Good Hope
Cape Point Rd, , 8001
We proceed to what is surely the highlight of the day: the Cape of Good Hope and Cape Point Nature Reserve. It is believed that no visit to Cape Town is complete without a photo behind the Cape of Good Hope name board. We will explore the nature reserve while the tour guide shares historical stories about Bartholomew Dias (since 1488) and Vasco da Gama (1497). Both beacons can be viewed.
The Cape of Good Hope is home to diverse fauna and flora, such as fynbos (fine bush), over 250 species of birds including ostriches, buck, baboons, elands (the largest antelopes in Africa), and the Cape mountain zebra. We advise our guests to please be vigilant and not get too close to the wild animals in the reserve, as they can become violent. No close contact or feeding is allowed.
1 hour • Admission Ticket Not Included
Cape Point Nature Reserve
Cape Town Central
After exploring the Cape of Good Hope, we will drive to Cape Point, where visitors are free to take a short hike up to the Cape Point Lighthouse or choose the option of the Flying Dutchman Funicular (additional charge at your own expense). Many believe that Cape Point is the meeting point of the Two Oceans. However, Cape Point is, in fact, the official meeting point of the Two Ocean Currents: the cold Benguela and the warm Agulhas ocean currents. The Cape Point Lighthouse is the most powerful on the South African coast.
1 hour • Admission Ticket Not Included
Noordhoek Beach
Beach Rd, Noordhoek, 7979
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.
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Chapman's Peak Drive
Hout Bay Road, Between Noordhoek and Hout Bay, 7872
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.
30 minutes
Cape Town Central
Cape Town Central
Upon our arrival back in Cape Town, visitors will be dropped off at the same pickup point where they were collected in the morning.
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Details & Important Info
Additional Experience Details & Important 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
Cancellations & Refunds
Reservation Changes, Cancellations & Refunds
Changes to reservations for tickets can be made until 3 days prior to the date scheduled. Reservations may be re-scheduled by the operator of the activity due to reasons such as weather, minimum participation requirements, mechanical issues or other interruptions beyond their control.
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african macaw dmc- tourism
Product SKU: ZA-17999-0018
Cape Town Penguins and Scenic Coastal Tour
people
1 participant
hours
- • Explore Boulder's Beach With African Penguins in Cape Town
- • Enjoy an 8-Hour Scenic Tour of Cape Town's Highlights
- • Visit One of the Largest African Penguin Colonies in South Africa
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