The aim of the day is to explore the highlights of the Cape Peninsula, looking for any excuse to embrace the ocean and the great outdoors in this unique and spectacular habitat to explore one of the most unique marine habitats in the world.
Committed to Ethical & Sustainable Tourism: By selecting this itinerary, you are choosing one of our most sustainable experiences. At Escape+Explore, we are committed to minimizing negative impacts of travel while maximizing the benefits for our local communities and environment. Our expert guides are passionate about sharing our sustainability journey - feel free to ask them about the steps we’re taking or how you can get involved. Together, we can make travel a force for good.
Embark on a journey along the Peninsula, starting with a delightful coffee stop in the bohemian ambiance of Kalk Bay. Wander through this quaint old holiday town, filled with antique shops, galleries, craftsmen, and lively vendors. Kalk Bay is a working fishing community filled with brightly coloured boats, some noisy seals, and even louder ladies hard at work processing the day’s catch!
From here, we will drive along the coast towards Simon’s Town, where we will search for our own rogue penguins – a splinter colony away from the crowded boardwalks over the main breeding site, on a beach known mostly to locals. We will take you on an educational and enlightening penguin walk on the walkways bordering the penguin sanctuary.
Your guide will tell you more about the rich history surrounding this naval town, the museums and monuments provide plenty of insight into this historical harbour town.
Venturing further, we reach the iconic Cape of Good Hope. In the Peninsula Reserve, a gentle hike awaits, exploring secluded beaches, shipwrecks, and the unique wildlife of the region. Keep an eye out for the Cape 5 – Ostrich, Baboons, Mountain Zebra, Bontebok, and Tortoise.
Wind the afternoon down with a visit to the local Noordhoek Farm Village where you can all enjoy a delicious artisanal ice cream at Kristen's Kick Ass Ice Cream, before heading back towards the city center along the most scenic drive of all: Chapman's Peak. We will stop at a magical surprise location for a well-deserve GnT, with views of the vast Atlantic Ocean. A perfect end to a day filled with adventure and wonder.
Tour Code: Travelyst Master
Group Size: Any Group Size
Flexibility - adaptable on an hour to hour basis to suit your clients’ needs and changing weather conditions throughout the day. Where you go and what activities you do are up to you.
Adventure Utility Vehicle (AUV) – Our vehicle comes equipped with stand up paddles, pre-packed hiking packs and a fully stocked gourmet pantry with drinks included.
Top Adventure Guides - Viewed as the best in Africa in their specialist fields, our guides have a wealth of experience and stories to tell.
The tour shown is only an example, more or less can be done on the day. Click on the activities list and map for more information.
Includes:
- Private Adventure Guide / Driver
- Exclusive Use of Adventure Utility Vehicle
- Adventure Equipment - SUP Boards, Safety Gear & Hiking packs
- Drinks - Soft Drinks, Beer, Wine & Selected Spirits
- Gourmet Pantry - selection of snacks and picnic items
- Unlimited travel in and around Cape Town, including as far as Winelands & Hermanus
Excludes:
- Surf Board, Wetsuit, and Tuition & Mountain Bikes – available at a supplement cost
- Entry, Attraction Fees and Park Fees – e.g. Aquarium & Cable Car
- Additional restaurant meals and wine farm supplied picnics
- Adventures beyond 100 km radius of Cape Town - e.g. Cape Agulhas, Ceres & Orange River
- Onward Transfer out of touring area. e.g pick up and touring in one location, drop off in second location
- Luggage transfers of more than two people (limited space due to onboard offerings)
- Extended Day Supplement – pick up before 8 am and drop off after 6 pm
Optional Enhancements: These are at an additional cost, please request a quotation from your Adventure Architect). These include the likes of Scootours, helicopter flights, Robben Island, Vine Bikes, horse-riding, Hop-On Specialists (such as Cape Wine Master, Art Curators & Surfing Specialists) etc please refer to Additional Tour Enhancements Rate Sheet
