Cape Peninsula Full-Day Tour from Cape Town Tour in English for Non-Residents
ID: GYG1045-1045
Category:
Sight Seeing
, Nature and Landscapes
Country: South Africa
Duration:
08:30 hours
Description
Marvel at the Cape Peninsula on a full-day guided tour to the Cape Point Nature Reserve. See where the Atlantic meets the Indian Ocean and visit Rhodes Memorial.
Discover the south-western tip of the Cape Peninsula and marvel at some of the most spectacular views in the world. The drive from Cape Town passes steep mountains, secluded coves, and sweeping stretches of beach.
Your full-day tour begins with a scenic drive along the Atlantic coast, passing through the cosmopolitan suburbs of Sea Point and Camps Bay, where you’ll have spectacular views of the Table Mountain range.
Continue to the fishing village of Hout Bay, one of Cape Town's best-kept secrets. Enjoy an optional short boat trip to Duiker Island, time permitting, to see the Cape fur seals that inhabit the island.
Next is the Cape Point Nature Reserve, covering an area of more than 17,300 acres. The reserve is home to a variety of wildlife, including baboons, rhebok, Cape mountain zebra, bontebok, and the elusive eland. It is alsonone of the world's largest breeding grounds for tortoises.
You’ll see the spot where, as per legend, the Atlantic and Indian Oceans meet and feel the brisk wind that is said to have curative powers. Following the coastline along False Bay, you'll return to Cape Town by way of Simon's Town, with a stop to visit the penguin colony at Boulders Beach.
Before your return, stop for afternoon tea and cake and a visit to Rhodes Memorial, situated on the slopes of Table Mountain, offering spectacular views across the city. Then, return to Cape Town, passing the University of Cape Town and the Groote Schuur Hospital.
Highlights
- Visit Cape Point Nature Reserve, home to a variety of indigenous wildlife
- See the place where the Indian Ocean meets the Atlantic, as per legend
- Visit Rhodes Memorial
- Enjoy a stop for tea and cake
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• The tour in English is operated daily. Dual-language German/English tours are available every day except Saturday
• Pickup is available from central Cape Town hotels (no Sea Point, Green Point, V&A Waterfront and Camps Bay)
• If you have selected the option for South African residents, you will need to show your residency card or national ID
• Please note, from 1 November 2021 the tour will stop at Rhodes Memorial Restaurant for cake and tea instead of Kirstenbosch Gardens
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You must keep social distance while in vehicles
You are required to bring and wear a mask
You must fill out a travel information form
You will receive a mandatory temperature check
Masks are required while indoors
All participants who are over 12 years old must present proof that they have received at least one dose of a FDA or WHO-approved Covid-19 vaccine. Proof of vaccination may include the NYC COVID Safe App, Excelsior Pass, CDC Vaccination Card (or photo), NYC Vaccination Record, or official immunization record from outside NYC or the US
Complimentary pick-up is available at centrally located Cape Town hotels.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
