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.
On our family day in the Peninsula, we start by leaving the city behind, stopping at a scenic location, to enjoy a hot chocolate, and listening to a few of the local shark stories.
Next, we head to Kalk Bay, best known for its working fishing harbour and bohemian feel. Browse through this very quaint old holiday town filled with antique shops, galleries, craftsmen, and vendors shouting as we go. 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. Perhaps if the weather is favourable you could test out your balancing skills on a stand-up paddle board/kayak to really get to know the penguins in their own environment. (This is optional). Alternatively, 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.
We will then continue on to the Cape of Good Hope. In the Peninsula Reserve, we will enjoy a gentle hike exploring secluded beaches, shipwrecks, and this region’s unique wildlife while on the hunt for the Cape 5 (Ostrich, Baboons, Mountain Zebra, Bontebok and Tortoise). Lunch will be a delicious Wild Picnic on the rocks at a secluded beach in a scenic location with an opportunity to explore the crystal-clear rock pools and enjoy animal sightings from your location.
Have the opportunity to play some rugby, football, or cricket with the children when our fun toy bag makes an appearance
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 an early evening drink as a local taking in the vast Atlantic Ocean as the sun starts to set.
Tour Code: Travelyst Master
Duration: 8 Hours
Group Size: Any Size
Departure Time: Flexible, the earlier the better
Return Time: When your day is done
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, mountain bikes, pre-packed hiking packs, surfboards 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
- Onboard WiFi
Excludes:
- Surf Board, Wetsuit, and Tuition & Mountain Bikes – available at a supplement cost
- Additional restaurant meals and wine farm supplied picnics
- Entry, Attraction Fees and Park Fees – e.g. Aquarium & Cable Car
- Adventures beyond 100 km radius of Cape Town - e.g. Cape Agulhas, Ceres & Orange River
