Cape West Coast Full Day Private Day Tour
Traveler rating
4.5/5
Based on 28 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Cape West Coast Full Day Private Day Tour worth booking?
Cape West Coast Full Day Private Day Tour is a 8-hour experience in Cape Town, South Africa, from $156 per person. It scores 68 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.5/5 rating across 28 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 68 / 100
- Rating
- 4.5/5 (28)
- Duration
- 8 hours
- From
- $156 per person
Enjoy a full day Cape West Coast private tour in a private vehicle, in a circular route beginning in Cape Town on the R27 and returning on the R45 filled with lots of scenery, activities, and discovery. Experience seasid
What you get
About this experience
Enjoy a full day Cape West Coast private tour in a private vehicle, in a circular route beginning in Cape Town on the R27 and returning on the R45 filled with lots of scenery, activities, and discovery. Experience seaside fishing villages in Yzerfontein, Paternoster and Langebaan where you can enjoy fresh Seafood, interact with locals at !Khwa ttu and discover a part of the West Coast National Park with its carpet of Daisies in Springtime (August and September). See the wheat region in the Swartland and do some wine tasting in Darling.
What's included
Included
- Bottled water onboard the vehicle
- Private Tour Guide/Driver, Vehicle and Fuel
- Pick up and drop off at accommodation in Cape Town
Not included
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
- Entrance fees
- Entrance fees
- Entrance fees
- Entrance fees
What you'll see and do
Cape Town Central
You will be collected from your Hotel/Guesthouse and drive along the R27 on this private Cape West Coast tour. You will pass through Bloubergstrand (translation: Blue Mountain) and Big Bay. From this area, you will have one of the best views and photo opportunities of the majestic Table Mountain and a clear view of Robben Island.
10 minutes here
Darling
Turning off the R27 towards the R307 we head towards Darling, passing the towns of Atlantis and Mamre. In Darling you will do some Olive Tasting.
60 minutes here
!Khwa ttu
From there you will continue on the R315 and re-connect with the R27 for a stop at !Khwa ttu. Take a San people cultural experience starting at 10:00 am with the following highlights: This is a fascinating insight into the culture, heritage, knowledge and modern-day life of the San of southern Africa led by a qualified San Tour Guide. The San people will show off their skills, share their ancient knowledge about history, tracking animals and identifying plants. You will learn words in some of their languages. This experience provides an opportunity for you to listen to accurate accounts of the past and present lives of the San.
60 minutes here · Admission not included
Yzerfontein
Back on the R315, only during Whale season, you will drive toward the fishing village of Yzerfontein, where you may be lucky to view some Whales.
20 minutes here
West Coast National Park
From there you'll proceed to the West Coast National Park. It is said that here is where Eve’s footprint was discovered – one of the earliest discoveries of human existence. One can also view animals and a large community of birds at this park. Flowers are the most beautifully bloomed (the Daisies create carpets of flowers) in the Springtime (August and September).
60 minutes here · Admission not included
Langebaan
A short drive after departing from the National Park, you'll reach the town of Langebaan. This is one of the oldest towns in South Africa and also known as the JEWEL of the Cape West Coast. It is a popular holiday destination for South Africans.
Pass by without stopping
West Coast Fossil Park
After optional lunch along the way either in Langebaan or Paternoster (at own expense) you will make your way back via the R45. Along this route, you will stop at the West Coast Fossil Park for a look at the greatest diversity of 5 million-year-old fossils.
60 minutes here · Admission not included
Simply Bee Natural Beeswax Products
Pass Langebaanweg Airforce Base (flying school), the town of Hopefield (optional stop at Simply Bees Wax for Honey) and the Wheat and Canola region of Moorreesburg and Malmesbury. Guests have the option of the Wheat museum in Moorreesburg, Wine tasting in Malmesbury or see the ostriches at the Ostrich Farm in Philadelphia before you arrive in Cape Town. You will be dropped off at your Hotel/Guesthouse in Cape Town at the end of the tour. For the adventurous, there are numerous options from Horseback Riding Canopy tours to Sea Kayaking and Sky Diving on this Cape West Coast.
60 minutes here · Admission not included
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en, fr
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Beyond Africa Safaris (Pty)Ltd
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- A maximum of 13 people per booking
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 28 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
8 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
7 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Food and drink
6 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Photo opportunities
3 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Organization
2 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Traveler reviews
28 verified traveler reviews for Cape West Coast Full Day Private Day Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Wine and Olive product tasing, museum about the San people, and visit to a Fossil dig site with bones 5.2 million years
Our driver Gordon picked us up at 8:00 am and we drove to an Olive and wine tasting facility in Darling. We tasted 3 wines and about 12 other products made with olives. We bought a bottle of cinnamon infused olive oil and olive marinade which tasted like fruit cake jam. Our next visit was a stop at the San people museum who have lived in South Africa for 40,000 yeasts as hunters and gatherers. We explored the museum and listened to native stories told on a large screen. Then we started a guided tour through the 3rd museum where we learned how the San people made beaded jewelry out of ostrich eggshell. Our third stop was to the West Coast Fossil Museum where we visited a dig site of many bones, most of which were short necked giraffes. This museum had replicas of the short necked giraffe made out of pieces of wood. Gordon delivered us back to Cape Town. He was very helpful explaining how the tour for the two of us would proceed and let us make modifications to the schedule because we had extended visits to the 2 museums.
Response from the operator: Dear Valued Client, Thank you so much for taking the time to share such a detailed review of your experience with Beyond Africa Safaris. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed a memorable and enriching day tour with Gordon. It is wonderful to know that you had the opportunity to experience the unique combination of olive and wine tasting in Darling, cultural heritage, and fascinating historical discoveries during your journey. We are pleased that the olive tasting and local products added something special to your Cape Town and West Coast travel experience. We are especially happy to hear that your visits to the San cultural museum and the West Coast Fossil Museum were meaningful and enjoyable. South Africa offers such rich cultural history and fascinating heritage experiences, and we are glad you had the chance to learn more about the San people and explore the remarkable fossil discoveries of the region. We truly appreciate your kind words about Gordon. It is fantastic to know that he was helpful, informative, and flexible in accommodating your preferences throughout the day. At Beyond Africa Safaris, we pride ourselves on offering personalised guided tours, private Cape Town excursions, and memorable travel experiences tailored to our guests’ interests and pace. Thank you once again for choosing Beyond Africa Safaris. We are honoured to have been part of your South African adventure and look forward to welcoming you back for another unforgettable Cape Town tour, cultural experience, or safari adventure in the future. Kind regards Albert Rocky Kasilembo Operations Manager Beyond Africa Safaris
via Viator
Top Tour
We had an awesome tour yesterday—we spent about 10 hours at the Cape with Gordon, our tour guide, and Hakim, the driver. It was a super engaging and informative tour; we learned tons of interesting facts. Thanks to Gordon's eagle eye, we even spotted a whale in the sea. It was a fantastic tour that's absolutely worth it!
Response from the operator: Dear Valued Client, Thank you for your wonderful review. We are delighted to hear that you had such an enjoyable and engaging experience on the Cape West Coast Full Day Private Tour. Spending the day exploring the Cape while learning interesting facts along the way truly makes the experience special, and we are very pleased that Gordon and Hakim contributed to making your tour so memorable. Spotting a whale in the sea is always an exciting bonus, and we are glad Gordon’s keen eye helped make that moment possible. Thank you for choosing Beyond Africa Safaris and for recommending the tour. We hope to welcome you back again for another fantastic adventure in the future. Kind regards Albert Rocky Kasilembo Operations Manager Beyond Africa Safaris
via Tripadvisor
Fabulous West Coast Day Trip
The tour started with a stop at Big Bay to watch wind surfers and view Table Mountain and Cape Town. Then on to Darling Olives for tastings of olives, olive oils, spreads and jams paired with 3 local wines. Try the chocolate olive oil sausage, it's delicious. Next stop was !Khwa ttu village where we chose the Way of the San tour. Our guide explained the lives of the San people and demonstrated how they hunt and live. From there we drove to the West Coast Fossil Park where we had lunch followed by a tour of the fossil tunnel. The guide explained the fossils we saw that are still buried in the earth. Next we drove through Langbaan and the West Coast National Park with a stop to view the Atlantic Ocean. On our way back to Cape Town, we saw eland, ostriches, an eagle with something in its claws (maybe a snake) and springbek on a golf course. Gordon, our guide/driver, was outstanding. His knowledge of SA history and culture made the day one we will remember for years.
Response from the operator: Dear valued customer, Thank you for sharing your lovely review. We’re so pleased you enjoyed such a varied and memorable day out. From the views at Big Bay overlooking Table Mountain, to the delicious tastings at Darling Olives (we agree — the chocolate olive oil sausage is a treat!), it sounds like the day got off to a fantastic start. We’re delighted the Way of the San tour at !Khwa ttu San Heritage Centre was such a meaningful experience, and that your visit to West Coast Fossil Park and drive through West Coast National Park rounded out the adventure — especially with those wonderful wildlife sightings along the way. We’ll be sure to pass your kind words on to Gordon. His passion for South African history and culture truly makes each tour special. We hope to welcome you back again soon.
via Viator
Fabulous Day Touring West Coast
Gordon, our outstanding guide/driver, picked us up on time and we headed out of Cape Town. First stop Big Bay for views of wind surfers, Table Mountain and Cape Town. Then on to Darling Olices where we enjoyed tasting olives, olive oils, spreads and jams paired with 3 wines (140 rand). The chocolate olive oil sausage is to die and I bought one. Next stop !Khwa tu Village where we chose the Way of the San tour at Gordon's recommendation. We had a private tour with a San guide who helped establish the museum. He shared details of the San history, demonstrated how they live and hunt and tried to teach us how to talk in San. Next was West Coast Fossil Park (340 rand) where we had lunch then took a tour to see fossils still embedded in the earth. From there we drove through Langbaan to the West Coast National Park (432 rand). We stopped at a scenic overview of the Atlantic Ocean. It was beautiful watching the waves. We opted to not go to the honey farm. On the way back to Cape Town we saw eland, ostriches, an eagle with something in his claws (maybe a snake) and, springbek on a golf course. Gordon's knowledge of SA history and culture plus sharing some personal history made it a fabulous day.
Response from the operator: Dear valued customer, Thank you for your wonderful review. We’re so pleased you had such a fantastic day with Gordon. Starting at Big Bay with views of Table Mountain is always special, and it’s great to hear you enjoyed the tastings at Darling Olives — especially the chocolate olive oil sausage! We’re delighted the Way of the San tour at !Khwa ttu San Heritage Centre was such a meaningful experience, and that your visits to West Coast Fossil Park and West Coast National Park rounded out the day beautifully — wildlife sightings included! We’ll be sure to pass your kind words on to Gordon. We hope to welcome you back again soon.
via Tripadvisor
Full day in Cape Town wonders
The Guide Gordon and Driver where very good. We were on time for everything and extremely helpful, I highly recommend it.
Response from the operator: Hi Tour688337, 🌟 Thank you for your kind review! We’re thrilled that your Cape West Coast Full Day Private Day Tour was smooth and enjoyable. Gordon and the driver will be happy to know their punctuality and helpfulness made a positive impression. 🚐🏞️ We truly appreciate your recommendation and would love to welcome you back for another unforgettable day with Beyond Africa Safaris & Tours! 🌍✨ Warm regards, The Beyond Africa Safaris Team
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 8 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $156 to $4285
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 10
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Who runs this experience
Operated by Beyond Africa Safaris (Pty)Ltd, who run 32 experiences we rank across 6 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 61.8 and 4 in the 90+ Club.
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Cape West Coast Full Day Private Day Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Cape Town.
How much does Cape West Coast Full Day Private Day Tour cost?
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Prices start at $156 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Cape Town usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Cape West Coast Full Day Private Day Tour take?
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Plan for about 8 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Cape Town is not rushed.
Is Cape West Coast Full Day Private Day Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 68 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.5/5 across 28 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Cape Town, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Cape West Coast Full Day Private Day Tour?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Cape West Coast Full Day Private Day Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 8-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Cape West Coast Full Day Private Day Tour?
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Around 10 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Cape Town can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Cape Town and add a light layer if any part of the 8-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Cape West Coast Full Day Private Day Tour start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Cape Town within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Cape Town?
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On Outty we rank every Cape Town experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Cape Town: Lion's Head Sunrise/Sunset Hike, Cape Town Airport Private Transfer, Ocean Wildlife Encounter in Cape Town. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Cape Town?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Cape Town?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
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