Kirstenbosch Garden, Bo-Kaap,Penguins & Cape of Good Hope Tour

What's included

What you'll see and do

1. Cape Town Central

   Welcome to Cape Town. This morning We will collect you at your accommodation at agreed time which will be communicated to you by office a day in advance. We will come to your accommodation/hotel provided that it is located within 15 Kilometer radius from the City Centre. Once everyone is on board, your Expert Tour Guide will introduce all Guests including himself/herself to the group and will once again discuss with the group the Itinerary in details with the group. Should your accommodation not located within our pick up areas, We will require that you meet us at the Westin Hotel in Cape Town Central and the exact pick up time will be communicated to you in advance.

   15 minutes here

2. Bo-kaap

   We continue our journey to the historical Cape Malay Quarter also known as Bo-Kaap with its diverse colorful houses making this area one of the most Instagramable locations in the World for photographic enthusiasts. Learn our history from your Expert Tour Guide. Here it is not only about the photos as in this area you can taste some of the local delicacies such as koesister or koe'sister which is a traditional Cape Malay pastry often described as a spicy dumpling with a cake-like texture, finished off with a sprinkling of coconut. This is the perfect spot to buy some food spices to take home. There are a lot local Art Galleries shops, Coffee shops etc..Your Expert Tour Guide will help you snap some of the most memorable pictures of Cape Town. Bo-kaap dates to the 1760s, when it became a settlement for slaves initially brought in from Malaysia, Indonesia, and other parts of Africa. Their cultures became intertwined, and the community was predominantly Muslim. All houses were white.

   25 minutes here · Admission included

3. The Kirstenbosch Summer Sunset Concert Series has become a real summer staple in Cape Town. There’s nothing quite like celebrating the vibrant summer season than to the cool beats and epic sounds of some of the best local and international music acts.

   90 minutes here · Admission not included

4. Boulders Beach Penguin Colony

   Our next anticipated stop will be a visit to the Boulders Beach African Penguin Colony where you will see at close range these adorable bird species. Your expert Tour Guide will escort you and give you a full history of these birds. This is one of the top highlight of this tour. Boulders Beach is a sheltered beach made up of inlets between granite boulders, from which the name originated. It is located on the Cape Peninsula, in Simon's Town in the Western Cape province of South Africa. It is also commonly known as Boulders Bay and home to more than 3000 couples of breeding enchanting African penguins. Most Instagram photos of Cape Town memories are taken here. Entrance fees are at own account unless you have selected an all Park fees included option.

   60 minutes here · Admission not included

5. Cape of Good Hope

   We continue to the top attraction: The Cape of Good Hope part of Table Mountain National Park. Entrance fees of ZAR 400 per adult at own account unless you have selected the option of All Park Fees Included. Children under 12 pay half price of Adult. This is one of the most immaculate well preserved National Park in South Africa which is part of the Unesco heritage site and part of the Cape Floral Kingdom rich in Marine life often referred to as the Serengeti of the Oceans. The fauna and flora of the Park will leave you breathing. We will spot some wildlife animals such as the Bontebok, Babboons, Wild Ostriches, Tortoises, Eland, Seals, Penguins, a varieties of birds and Southern Right Whales (June-November). Take memorable photos at the wooden board of mystic meeting point of the Indian and Atlantic Oceans known as the Cape of Good Hope. The area is known to have the best clean air in the World according to scientists . Small guided hike will be given to those who want to do so.

   45 minutes here · Admission not included

6. Old Cape Point Lighthouse

   Our next attraction will be to visit the old lighthouse of Cape Point which was put to rest in peace when the Portuguese liner, the Lusitania, crashed under its guidance as it was always covered by aggressive fogs. It has become today the most popular tourist attraction offering breathtaking views of the two oceans namely the Indian and the Atlantic Oceans. Snap some memorable photos here and see the Cape Point and the New powerful lighthouse. Two options are available to reach the top, for those hiking enthusiast, you will be escorted for short hike of approximately 15 minutes each way alternatively you can take a small tram at own account known as the Dutch Man Funicular costing ZAR 150 per adult for both ways.

   60 minutes here · Admission not included

7. Chapman's Peak Drive

   We will continue along one the most scenic drive in the World known as the Chapman's Peak drive. Discover this breathtaking scenic route with its 114 Curves, with mountains on the one side and cliffs as well as the Atlantic Ocean on the other side. The views of this route will leave you breathless. We allow you a 20 minutes to snap some memorable photos at the viewing point. Chapman's Peak is named after John Chapman, the pilot of an English ship becalmed in today's Hout Bay in 1607. The skipper sent his pilot ashore to find provisions, and the name was recorded as Chapman's Chaunce. Please take note that this road goes through some periodic maintenance and if its close due to any unforeseen circumstances, We will use an alternative route to return to Cape Town

   20 minutes here · Admission included

Where it starts and ends

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 14 travelers per booking

Operated by

Shine The Way Tours

Know before you go

• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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