Private Cape Point Penguins Tour-Exploring the Cape Peninsula F/D
Traveler rating
5.0/5
Based on 20 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Private Cape Point Penguins Tour-Exploring the Cape Peninsula F/D worth booking?
Private Cape Point Penguins Tour-Exploring the Cape Peninsula F/D is a 8-hour experience in Cape Town, South Africa, from $1800 per person. It scores 64 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 5/5 rating across 20 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 64 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (20)
- Duration
- 8 hours
- From
- $1800 per person
Explore Cape Point - where colonialism and the beginning of Cape Town's development going inland started from after the arrival of the dutch in 1652. You will travel along a beautiful coastline that has blue flag beaches
What you get
About this experience
Explore Cape Point - where colonialism and the beginning of Cape Town's development going inland started from after the arrival of the dutch in 1652. You will travel along a beautiful coastline that has blue flag beaches and is graced by some of the most expensive residential properties in Africa owned by international celebrities. See various flora and fauna and the popular Chapman's Peak drive that has 114 curves and is approximately 9 kms long. Encounter, on your way to and at Cape of Good hope and Cape Point, the Chacma Baboons, Ostriches ,Bonteboks, Wilderbeast, Zebras are among other wildlife that roam the reserve. Hike to the Cape Point Lighthouse to breathe in healthy unpolluted air and view a refreshing and scenic landscape around. See or even swim (time permitting) with African Penguins at Boulders beach. This tour is truly one of a few tours that provides most of the facets of tourism such as nature, sightseeing, history and activities in one outing.
What's included
Included
- Pick up from your hotel and drop off after the tour
- Bottled water
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Registered Tourist Guide
- Complimentary visit to Diamond Works - Museum (time permitting)
Not included
- Entry fees to Cape Point Nature reserve and Cape of Good Hope - up to R4550/adult and R215/child
- Fees to the funicular at Cape Point up to R95/adult return ticket
- Fees to optional activity Penguins at Boulders' Beach R215/adult. and R110 child under 12 years
What you'll see and do
Bo-kaap
Visit this historical Malay Quarter village with brightly colored housed. Take a walk in this beautiful village which is a major tourist attraction. Visit Bo-Kaap Museum and learn about the history and the when this village was established. Explore this place as you interact with the locals who are more than will to converse with you. Take a selfie against some to the colorful houses. Look out for amazing views of Table Mountain and the city of Cape Town from above. There are several art and craft shops plus a few art galleries where world class art is on display. Drive to the top where breathtaking views of the city are obtainable. Look out for the oldest Mosque in South Africa and learn the history of the coming of members of the slave community.
30 minutes here
Camp's Bay Beach
Our accredited guide will stop for so that you have an opportunity to feel the fresh cool ocean breeze while you take photos of this blue flag beach which happens to be the most popular beach in Cape Town
30 minutes here
Our guide will also stop for 10 min to explain how this place has stolen the hearts of international celebrities who have bought properties in this place. This is also another great photo opportunity on this blue flag beach with the backdrop of Little Lion's Head mountain.
Pass by without stopping
Hout Bay
Travelers are given a coffee break while they stretch and shop for art and craft. This place has an optional activity if they are interested in getting a 45 minute - 1 hour boat ride to Seal Island its their choice or they can come face to face with a few seals on the harbor where they can be photographed with them.
60 minutes here
Chapman's Peak Drive
Travelers are taken through this spectacular 10 km scenic drive with 114 curves. This is typical of African landscape with dramatic mountains, the ocean and the African blue sky leaves travelers gazing in awe. On this scenic drive our guide will stop on two photo stops including the peak itself which offers an amazing panoramic view of the whole bay extending to Kommetjie Look out for the bay where ferries take travelers to the seal island. There are countless photo stops here on this beautiful drive cut out of the mountain. This drive is a photographer's paradise, home to a few commercials by international organizations.
40 minutes here · Admission included
Cape Point
Our guide will now take you in this nature reserve which is a World Heritage site which has a very rich biodiversity. The travelers will be able to see the African or Chacma baboons, wilderbeasts, the bonteboks, zebras, ostriches among other wildlife. Our guide will also explain the rich history attached to this place since the discovery of this place by the Portuguese sailor Bartolomeu Dias in 1488. Our guide will also explain the history of the two lighthouses at Cape Point and the participation of this site in the 2nd World War. Travelers will learn about the shipwrecks, the mythical meeting point of the two Oceans, the strongest winds which visit this location in South Africa. Our guide will also explain about how this place has been declared to be one of the few locations with the freshest air in the World hence its now home to Global Watch Research Station
120 minutes here
Cape of Good Hope
Travelers will then be taken to Cape of Good Hope which is one of the most historical place in Southern Africa and where from all the developments going inland started. Out guide will explain how it played a major role in establishing a sea route to India from Europe and that it is the most South-Western tip of Africa. Our guide will also explain about the marine life at this location and piles of rocks which resemble the spiritual beliefs of the Koi San - natives of South Africa. Travelers will also be afforded an opportunity to take photos behind the boards inscribed "CAPE OF GOOD HOPE" The most South-Western point of the Continent.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Simon's Town
Travelers will be taken to Simon's town (after Cape Point) which our guide will explain the rich history of this small town. It is one of the oldest settlements in South Africa with all the properties along the main road declared national heritage. Our accredited guide will explain about the wars between the Dutch and the British, many museums in this place, the South African Navy based here, the statue of Just Nuisance the Royal Navy Dog, art and craft market, the second biggest fishing industry in Cape Town among other facts. Our guide will also take the travelers to the penguin Colony at Boulders' beach where travelers will come face to face with The Jack Ass or African Penguins. These birds are present at this location all year round much to he amazement of the travelers.
60 minutes here
Muizenberg Beach
This is one of Cape Town's blue flag beaches where travelers will be taken and have the opportunity to mix with the locals especially kids from the formerly disadvantaged communities. Our guide will explain the benefits of volunteers, tourists and interns visiting this beach to teach these kids how to surf and also the several surf shops at this beach. Travelers will take a walk on this beautiful beach with white sand and lots of jelly fish. Colorful houses are always a major tourist attraction and the coloful boards erected by the shark spotters which are meant to warn beach goers about the possibility of sharks spotted and when not to swim due to poor visibility. Here travelers will also take great photos as this is one of the most attractive locations on this route with the mountains surrounding the bay all the way to Simon's Town. After this last stop our guide will now provide information about the different areas as they drive back to Cape Town via the free way.
60 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Cape Town
We pick up travelers in front of the Silo Hotel by the drop and go area
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 30 minutes before departure.
Ends at
We pick up travelers in front of the Silo Hotel by the drop and go area
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 13 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Raw African Safaris
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 20 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
7 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
3 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Traveler reviews
20 verified traveler reviews for Private Cape Point Penguins Tour-Exploring the Cape Peninsula F/D. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Amazing trips in Cape Town
Based on our excellent experience we also did a short winery tour plus another full day tour to Robben island and Table mountain. Our tour guide/driver was knowledgable, prompt and great at staying in touch to ensure best pick up points. No hesitation in using the company again and recommending the to others.
Response from the operator: Hi Thank you for this review of the full day excursion of the Cape Peninsula. We appreciate the recommendation. And see you on your next trip
via Tripadvisor
Great experience with a great tour guide
Great experience with a great tour guide it was very nice seeing the penguins from close front and hope do the same experience again
via Tripadvisor
Beautiful experience
Thank you so much for the cape point tour.showing us the beauty of cape town.er really appreciate it
via Tripadvisor
Cape point touring
Lighthouse is the best ever I enjoyed at Cape point. Fresh cool sea breeze and majestic coastal views. The tour guiders knowledge of colonial era history makes it awesome when he was answering all peoples questions.
Response from the operator: Hi Forbes We appreciate you taking time to write this review. We are glad you enjoyed the intimate, private tour of Cape Point. Our tour guides always strive to be vast knowledge databases. One tourist described them as "walking encyclopedias". Raw Tours is proud of them. Thank you once again. Regards Team Raw Tours
via Tripadvisor
Penguin and Art at Cape Point
Great tour with lots to see mainly the white sand beaches. It really is a diverse tour with beautiful landscape and the wild animals. But for me and my family the highlights were the penguin colony in Simon's Town and the Redhill sculptures. The wooden and stone sculptures are amazing. The best part of this art deal is the prices as they are sold by the owners. We were able to negotiate great prices. . Thanks to the guide Kennedy
Response from the operator: Hi Shadai It is a pleasure to know that you really enjoyed this your. It is one of the leading tours in Cape Town which is drawing thousands of travelers annually. On this tour you can never go wrong with our passionate guides especially when you are family. A visit to Redhill art and craft is one of the best on this tour since the valuable art on display are products of world renowned artists. It is also a favorite stop over for many local and international travelers.
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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
- $1800 to $2400
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 7
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 64
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Private Cape Point Penguins Tour-Exploring the Cape Peninsula F/D: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Cape Town.
How much does Private Cape Point Penguins Tour-Exploring the Cape Peninsula F/D cost?
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Prices start at $1800 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 Private Cape Point Penguins Tour-Exploring the Cape Peninsula F/D 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 Private Cape Point Penguins Tour-Exploring the Cape Peninsula F/D worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 64 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 20 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 Private Cape Point Penguins Tour-Exploring the Cape Peninsula F/D?
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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 Private Cape Point Penguins Tour-Exploring the Cape Peninsula F/D 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 Private Cape Point Penguins Tour-Exploring the Cape Peninsula F/D?
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Around 7 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 Private Cape Point Penguins Tour-Exploring the Cape Peninsula F/D 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, Hike Table Mountain or Lions Head in Cape Town Like a Local, Cape of Good Hope and Boulders Penguins Day Tour from 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.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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