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Cape Point Sightseeing Tour

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Location: Cape Town, South Africa
Duration: 
                                4 - 4.5 hours

Overview
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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, and the African Penguin Colony at Boulders Beach.

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Cape Point Sightseeing Tour

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Penguin at Simon's Town

Photo by: Ashton T
09 2011
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Penguins welcoming us to their beach, Simonstown, Cape Point

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USA, 09 2010
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My wife and I in Cape Point

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USA, 09 2010
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My wife bonding with a penguin

Photo by: Brian B
USA, 09 2010
The Penguin colony, Cape Point

The Penguin colony, Cape Point

Photo by: Hava L
Israel, 07 2008
Camps Bay and the 12 Apostles

Stunning views!

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03 2013
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Cape Point Lighthouse

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Cape of Good Hope

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USA, 09 2010
View of the Cape of Good Hope

No words required.

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Israel, 07 2008
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Me, standing on the rocky shore, at the Cape of Good Hope.

Photo by: Hava L
Israel, 07 2008

What You Can Expect

Penguins on Boulders Beach

Start your half day tour to the Cape Point by driving along the rugged Atlantic coastline with its towering mountains and white sandy beaches. Soon, you will arrive in Hout Bay, the historical harbour and fishing point, overlooked by the impressive Sentinal peak. From here, you will begin the spectacular coastal drive along the world-famous Chapmans Peak Road. This road hugs the near vertical mountain face between Hout Bay and Noordhoek.

Arriving at the Cape of Good Hope Nature reserve, where you will make your way down to Cape Point. This rocky outcrop was known as the Cape of Storms due to the number of vessels that where shipwrecked along the coastline. You will have the opportunity to walk to the old lighthouse at the Point.

Returning from Cape Point you will follow the coastal road along False Bay, through the historic navy base, Simons Town. You will then have the chance to stop and view the world famous African Penguin colony at Boulders beach (at own expense). Then pass through then popular holiday resort, of Muizenburg before return to the Cape Town City Centre.

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Frank H

5 star rating: Highly Recommended April 2013

We had a great tour with our guide who's name is Super just like Superman. He was very knowledgeable and did excellent job of driving and explaining all the details along wth way. The Cape is incredible along with the penguins, ostrichs, and baboons. The Cape light house is a great tour and as scenic as it gets. Thanks Super for a great day and also for dropping us off at the Green Market in town.

Rohit S

5 star rating: Highly Recommended March 2013

This tour was more like 3/4th of a day. Well worth it for the price. It was perfectly timed for all the must see places in Capetown and the guide stopped in places we requested to take lots of pictures. If you don't have a full day to spare, then this is the tour to take.

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Schedule Details

Departs

Departure point

Tour departs from Cape Town city hotels

Departure time

8:30am

Hotel pickups commence prior to this time, you must contact the local service provider to verify your exact pickup time.

Duration

4 - 4.5 hours

Return details
Returns to original departure point at approximately 12:30pm

Additional Info

Inclusions

Entrance fees
Hotel pickup and drop off (selected hotels only)
Professional guide

Exclusions

Gratuities (optional)
Food and drinks, unless specified
Optional visit to penguin colony

Additional info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Toilets are available on coaches with a seating capacity of 28 to 44 passengers. There are no toilets on the 15 seater Sprinters and Minivans. Vehicle used will depend on passenger numbers on the day.
On certain days, Chapmans Peak drive will be closed on these days the tour will travel via the Ou Kaapse Weg

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