Half day African Penguin Tour
Traveler rating
4.9/5
Based on 141 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Half day African Penguin Tour worth booking?
Half day African Penguin Tour is a 4-hour experience in Cape Town, South Africa, from $1000 per person. It scores 72 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 141 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 72 / 100
- Rating
- 4.9/5 (141)
- Duration
- 4 hours
- From
- $1000 per person
Come and Explore the Amazing Beauty of the African Penguins in their natural habitat. From pristine beaches, mountains, scenic drives, local roasted Coffee to the African Penguins.
What you get
- Bottled water
- Chapman's Peak Tollgate fee
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Surcharges on fuel
About this experience
Come and Explore the Amazing Beauty of the African Penguins in their natural habitat. From pristine beaches, mountains, scenic drives, local roasted Coffee to the African Penguins.
What's included
Included
- Bottled water
- Chapman's Peak Tollgate fee
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Surcharges on fuel
Not included
- Gratuities
- Entrance fees at African Penguins
What you'll see and do
Bantry Bay
Driving slowly along the coast with Bo-kaap behind us. Our journey will take us through some of Africa's most posh suburbs. Bantry bay is one of them. A seaside suburb tucked up on the western slopes of the world famous Lions head mountain. According to meteorologist Bantry bay is the only suburb in Cape town that is not affected by the south eastern winds that Cape town experiences on a regular basis and this is all thanks to the Lions head. Bantry bay has over 260 wind free days a year and which is a significant number considering Cape town's windy climate.
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Next to Bantry bay is Camps bay. Another plush sea side suburb punctuated by the popular white sandy camps bay beach and the twelve apostles mountain range. Guest will have an opportunity to step out of the vehicle and savour the beautiful views and take photos of what man's hand and nature have blended into a masterpiece.
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A short 20 minutes from Camps lies Hout Bay .A beautiful town surrounded by dramatic mountains on all sides. Hout bay is Dutch for wood bay and history books has it that this is where the Dutch east India company once used to fetch timber for the building of settlements and Ships .Hout bay is also affectionately know as The Republic of Hout bay. The dramatic mountains surrounding the town Isolates the town from all other towns and leaving motorist with only one way to access this town and which is by driving over mountain passes.
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Chapman's Peak Drive
Once we have had our fair share of seals and souvenir markets at Hout bay harbor. Our journey will resume along the rocky coastline via one of the most awe inspiring & scenic mountain side road in the Cape. The Chapman's Peak drive. The proclaimed engineer's pride Chapman's peak drive tread from North to south on the edge of the Chapman's peak mountains that drop into the ocean like an avalanche .There are view picnic sites and rest spots whereby guest will have an opportunity to hop out of the car and soak in the beauty through naked eyes and/or camera lenses.
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Noordhoek Farm Village
Should the tour not stop at Hout Bay harbor .Guest will have an opportunity to stop at Noordhoek farm village. Right at the southern end of the Chapmans peak drive and laden with renown coffee shops, Raw juice shops, bakeries and souvenir shops .Guest might also want to take this opportunity to use the restroom before the long stretch towards the Cape of Good hope.
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Boulders Beach Penguin Colony
Boulders beach is home to the endangered African penguin. It is also one of the only 2 mainland penguin colonies in South Africa. Since they were listed on the red list of endangered species, a boardwalk was constructed to restrict too much human interruption at the penguin colony. However guest can still get very close to the penguin and get close up pictures albeit without having to be standing on the beach but the boardwalk.
60 minutes here · Admission not included
Simon's Town
Victorian built Simon's town is home to South Africa's navy .The town is also known to be a hot-spot for fresh seafood.(Guest might also have lunch here depending on the guide's discretion on the day)
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Kalk bay town for Lime stone bay is known to be South Africa's oldest holiday resorts. Tucked up between the sea and mountains. Kalk bay is glittered with stylish buildings from the mid 1800s.One might like to explore Kalk bay's restaurants, art galleries ,theaters, cuban cigar bars or even the fresh fish markets should there be time.
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Muizenberg Beach
Muizenberg is the last town along the false bay coast before driving back to Cape town. A surfers haven. Muizenberg's over 14km long beach is quiet popular to ordinary beach goers, swimmers and surfers. The water is warmer than in Cape town. The bay is shallow making swimming fun and the surfs are consistent and a heaven to the surfers. Along the beach are also colorful changing huts that makes for great photo taking.(Kindly take note that the stop at the beach is only possible considering that there is free flow of traffic on the day)
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Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 10 minutes before departure.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 10 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Glorious Cape Tours
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Photos
Good to know
- Duration
- 4 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $1000 to $1250
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 49
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Who runs this experience
Operated by Glorious Cape Tours, who run 4 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 79.4.
See everything Glorious Cape Tours runsWhy this scores 72
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Half day African Penguin Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Cape Town.
How much does Half day African Penguin Tour cost?
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Prices start at $1000 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 Half day African Penguin Tour take?
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Plan for about 4 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 Half day African Penguin Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 72 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 141 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 Half day African Penguin 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 Half day African Penguin Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 4-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Half day African Penguin Tour?
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Around 49 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 4-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Half day African Penguin 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 of Good Hope and Boulders Penguins Day Tour from Cape Town, Table Mountain, Boulders Penguins and Cape point Day Tour, Wine Tour: Paarl, Franschhoek & Stellenbosch incl 3 wineries. 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.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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