Small Group Table Mountain Penguin Colony and Cape Point Tour
Traveler rating
5.0/5
Based on 13 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Small Group Table Mountain Penguin Colony and Cape Point Tour worth booking?
Small Group Table Mountain Penguin Colony and Cape Point Tour is a 8-hour experience in Cape Town, South Africa, from $75 per person. It scores 72 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 5/5 rating across 13 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 72 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (13)
- Duration
- 8 hours
- From
- $75 per person
Travel with a small group to Table Mountain National Park and the Cape of Good Hope, and share the ride from Cape Town with a maximum of 12 passengers. Your driver/guide makes stops at Camps Bay, Chapman’s Peak, and the Boulder’s Beach penguin colony along the way. It makes a convenient day trip.
What you get
About this experience
Travel with a small group to Table Mountain National Park and the Cape of Good Hope, and share the ride from Cape Town with a maximum of 12 passengers. Your driver/guide makes stops at Camps Bay, Chapman’s Peak, and the Boulder’s Beach penguin colony along the way. It makes a convenient day trip.
What's included
Included
- Bottled water
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Shared Tour guide, vehicle and fuel
Not included
- Table Mountain Cable Car ride @ R430/adult & R215/child
- Cape Point entry fee @ R455/adults & R225/child
- Penguin Colony Boulders Beach @ R215/adult & R110/child
- Old Light house @ R110/adult & R55/child
What you'll see and do
Cape Town Central
Pick up at your accommodation in Cape Town within a 8km radius will be between 7:00 and 8:00am. Your exact pick up time will be sent to you the day before the tour. After pick up at your hotel in Cape Town we will enjoy a brief city orientation tour and take a drive through the city centre where you tour guide will indicate the historical monuments and museums to gain a better understanding of the rest of the tour.
Pass by without stopping
Bo-Kaap
We stop in the Bo-Kaap, formerly known as the Cape Malay Quarter, so that visitors can take a memorable photo with the colourful houses as a backdrop. Your tour guide will share interesting stories about these historical homes and the heritage of the locals who live there. Many of these locals' families originated from Indonesia and Malaysia.
20 minutes here
Table Mountain National Park
We stop at Table Mountain where we will explore one of the new seven wonders of the Nature. Arriving at the Cable car station we will take the cable car to the top of the mountain. In case of weather adverse, we will skip Table Mountain and leave it for the last stop of the day. Your tour guide driver will escort you to the top of the mountain to give you a guided tour. Please take note that this attraction is weather permitting. Please note that Table Mountain cable car tickets are not included in our tour price. We recommend clients to purchase their own Table Mountain tickets online to prevent delays at the entrance. In this way, you will skip the ticketing queue, but there is still a queue during busy periods to board the cable car to ascend and descend the mountain.
90 minutes here
Camps Bay
From Table Mountain we take a drive along the Atlantic seaboard on a coastal drive between mountains and oceans, passing through Bantry Bay, Clifton and Camp's Bay. We will stop at Maiden's Cove for a photo opportunity. This is one of the most scenic photos you will capture on this tour. With views of the Twelve Apostles mountain ranges on one side and the white sand and blue ocean of the pristine Camp's Bay Beach on the other side, this backdrop is certain to make your Instagram caption of the day.
10 minutes here
Chapman's Peak Drive
Chapman's Peak drive is one of the most scenic tour routes in the world. We stop at the Chapman's Peak viewpoint where travellers will be "wowed" by the spectacular view of mountain ranges and endless stretches of ocean as waves break against rocks and white sandy shorelines.
20 minutes here · Admission included
Boulders Beach Penguin Colony
Boulder's Beach is known as one of the best beaches in Cape Town. Warm waters from the False Bay Area makes this ideal for swimming and sun bathing. The highlight of Boulder's Beach is of course the enchanting African penguins colony. Visit these cute penguins in their natural habitat and meet some of them along the boardwalk.
45 minutes here · Admission not included
Cape of Good Hope
We enter into the Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve main gate to experience the highlight of the day. A visit to Cape Town is certainly not complete without a photo behind the Cape of Good Hope name board. Your tour guide will share interesting stories about the two Beacons known as the Bartolomeu Dias beacon and the Vasco Da Game beacon.
120 minutes here · Admission not included
Old Cape Point Lighthouse
Most travellers take the option of a short hike from the Cape of Good Hope to the Cape Point lighthouse. However, should you not feel up to the short hike or medically unfit, your tour guide will guide you to the Flying Dutchman Funicular in which you will travel up to the Cape Point lighthouse. (Fee excluded from tour price.) The Cape Point is the official meeting point of the Two Ocean currents: the Cold Benguela and the Warm Agulhas currents. Optional Lunch can be enjoy at either the Two Oceans Restaurant at Cape Point or you can enjoy a takeaway from their deli.
60 minutes here · Admission not included
St. James
Our final stop for the day will be St James Beach where visitors can view the colourful beach huts and take a few photos. These huts are used for changing rooms by sun bathers and your tour guide will share the history of the beach huts with you.
10 minutes here
Cape Town Central
We return to Cape Town for drop off at your accommodation at the end of the tour. Drop off will be between 17:00 and 18:00pm.
60 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 30 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 12 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Zion Escape Tours and Travels
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Anyone can participate.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 13 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
6 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
5 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Photo opportunities
2 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Traveler reviews
13 verified traveler reviews for Small Group Table Mountain Penguin Colony and Cape Point Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Amazing Tour of Cape Town, Cape Point and Penguin Colony
I had an incredible experience on this tour! From the beginning until the end, the company answered all of my questions I had booking the tour in a super fast time frame. For the actual tour, my tour guide Alberto was amazing. He was knowledgeable, engaging, patient and punctual throughout the entire journey. His insightful commentary and genuine passion for the area made the tour both educational and entertaining. From the breathtaking views atop Table Mountain to the adorable penguin colony and the stunning Cape Point, every moment was a highlight. Being able to visit many of the key attractions in Cape Town in one day was a huge win. This tour exceeded all my expectations, and I’m glad I booked with the company. I highly recommend it to anyone visiting Cape Town. Thank you for an unforgettable adventure!
Response from the operator: Wow, thank you so much for this amazing review! 🌟 We’re absolutely thrilled to hear that your experience with us exceeded expectations from start to finish. It’s wonderful that Alberto made the tour so engaging, educational, and fun – he will be so happy to hear your kind words. We’re delighted you enjoyed all the highlights, from the top of Table Mountain to the penguins and the beauty of Cape Point. Knowing that every moment felt special to you truly makes our day. Thank you again for recommending us, it means the world. We can’t wait to welcome you back for more unforgettable adventures in Cape Town.
via Tripadvisor
Armando first class
Couldn't go to Table mountain as too windy but Armando gave a very good tour, was very knowledgeable and professional.
Response from the operator: Good day, Diane. Thank you for your kind review. We’re sorry the weather didn’t allow a visit to Table Mountain, but we’re delighted to hear that Armando’s knowledge and professionalism made the tour enjoyable nonetheless. We appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you back soon so you can experience Table Mountain on a clearer day.
via Viator
This is a one in a million CapeTown guide
Alberto Alberto Alberto!! You have made this one of our most memorable and awe inspiring trips of a lifetime . Your story telling ability and safe driving made us relax and we were transported to bygone days and the rich culture you shared. Wow you did not only CapeTown proud but we will surely carry this wonderful time forever. Thank you Sir.
Response from the operator: Dear Michelle , Thank you so much for this incredible review. We’re thrilled to hear that Alberto made your trip so memorable and awe-inspiring. It’s wonderful that his storytelling, safe driving, and passion for sharing Cape Town’s culture helped create such a special experience. We’ll be sure to pass your kind words along to Alberto. Feedback like this truly makes our day. Thank you again for choosing Zion Escape Tours, and we hope to welcome you back for more unforgettable adventures in the future.
via Viator
Great tour!
Great tour, if you have limited time this is the best way to experience Cape Town. The tour operators are exceptionally helpful as my hotel was outside the pickup zone. It’s also a great way to meet new people. Our guide was knowledgeable and ensured that we all interacted and made the tour educational & memorable.
Response from the operator: Thank you for your wonderful review. We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the tour and found it a great way to experience Cape Town, even with your hotel being outside the pickup zone. It’s fantastic that your guide made the tour both educational and memorable while encouraging interaction among everyone. We truly appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome you back for more adventures in Cape Town soon.
via Viator
Iconic memory
Went together wit my girl to experience these iconic sceneries in/around Cape Town. A group of 12 Picked & Dropped all at their own hotels. Lead by a super friendly and above all very knowledgeable tour guide from Congo, named Albert. This guy really knows his facts and is a very reliable driver too, making this memorable tour the day we were hoping for. Thanks Albert!
Response from the operator: Exploring Cape Town with Albert = unforgettable! 🌍✨ From iconic sights to fascinating stories, he made the day truly special. Thanks for joining us and sharing the adventure! 🚌💙 #CapeTownTours #UnforgettableAdventures #ZionEscapeTours
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
- $75 to $1,200
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 5
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Why this scores 72
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Small Group Table Mountain Penguin Colony and Cape Point Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Cape Town.
How much does Small Group Table Mountain Penguin Colony and Cape Point Tour cost?
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Prices start at $75 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 Small Group Table Mountain Penguin Colony and Cape Point 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 Small Group Table Mountain Penguin Colony and Cape Point 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 (5/5 across 13 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 Small Group Table Mountain Penguin Colony and Cape Point 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 Small Group Table Mountain Penguin Colony and Cape Point 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 Small Group Table Mountain Penguin Colony and Cape Point Tour?
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Around 5 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 Small Group Table Mountain Penguin Colony and Cape Point 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, Hike Table Mountain or Lions Head in Cape Town Like a Local, Cape Point and Boulder's Penguins Full Day Tour. 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.
What is included in Small Group Table Mountain Penguin Colony and Cape Point Tour?
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Included: Bottled water; In-vehicle air conditioning; and Shared Tour guide, vehicle and fuel. Not included: Table Mountain Cable Car ride @ R430/adult & R215/child; Cape Point entry fee @ R455/adults & R225/child; Penguin Colony Boulders Beach @ R215/adult & R110/child; and Old Light house @ R110/adult & R55/child. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does Small Group Table Mountain Penguin Colony and Cape Point Tour include hotel pickup?
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Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 66 listed pickup locations in and around Cape Town. Be ready about 30 minutes before the start time. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.
What languages is Small Group Table Mountain Penguin Colony and Cape Point Tour offered in?
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It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Small Group Table Mountain Penguin Colony and Cape Point Tour?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is Small Group Table Mountain Penguin Colony and Cape Point Tour wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Wheelchair accessible; Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; Specialized infant seats are available; and Transportation options are wheelchair accessible. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Small Group Table Mountain Penguin Colony and Cape Point Tour if the weather is bad?
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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Cape Town. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.
What do travelers say about Small Group Table Mountain Penguin Colony and Cape Point Tour?
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Across 13 reviews averaging 5.0 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, knowledge and storytelling, photo opportunities. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
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