The aim of the day is to explore the highlights of the Cape Peninsula in a unique way off the beaten path, looking for any excuse to embrace the ocean and explore one of the most unique marine habitats in the world. Explore 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.
Today we will make our way along the stunning Cape Peninsula to the False Bay coastline.
We will start the day by heading towards the Surfers Mecca beach of Muizenberg for some photos & to get fitted for our ocean gear, before continuing through the bohemian feel Kalk Bay for a coffee in one of our favourite bakeries/coffee shops.
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. Our penguin conservationist will take you on an educational and enlightening penguin walk on the walkways bordering the penguin sanctuary.
Continuing our journey to Windmill Beach for a fun outdoor experience followed by a light picnic lunch. Your guide will run through your snorkelling activity, what to expect, and safety instructions. Get suited up and head into the water for a unique ocean experience.
Spend the morning snorkelling in the underwater kelp forests where we will be snorkelling together as a group. Before entering the kelp forest we will have done the water confidence activities so this is a fun way to put into practice what you just learned about yourself. (In this session we will NOT be free diving, so no weight belt is given unless they can provide a certificate of a completed free diving course).
We will also spend the morning introducing you to some of our local edible seaweed and abundant food found on this beautiful coastline while exploring the magical world of rock pools. Or test out your balancing skills on a stand-up paddleboard to really get to know the local penguins in their own environment.
After a rejuvenating morning, you will enjoy a delicious picnic lunch in your own exclusive beach club setup.
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).
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 home, along the most scenic drive of all: Chapman's Peak. Stop at a magical surprise location for an early evening drink as a local.
Tour Code: Travelyst Master
Group Size: Any 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 Horse Riding, Helicopter Transfers, Boat Trips, MTBing or Ebiking & Hop-On Specialists etc please refer to Additional Tour Enhancements Rate Sheet.
