Trip Summary

Explore the 2 oceans

“This cape is the stateliest thing, and the fairest cape we saw in the whole circumference of the earth.” – Sir Francis Drake

In one day travel over 100 miles, traversing the coastlines of two oceans, the Atlantic and Indian, to pass along some of the most picturesque places in South Africa. Along the drive, find out how the peninsula became known as the “The Fairest Cape in the world" discovering the many ways there are to enjoy it.

Incredible Vistas

The most southwestern tip of Africa, Cape Point, is where it is fabled that two oceans meet. learn how the treacherous rocks running along the Atlantic seaboard came to be known as the ‘’ship graveyard” or why Bartholomew Diaz called the this place “cabo de tormentas” (Portuguese for: cape of storms) and what changed in the 200 years following, that caused Jan Van Riebeeck to anchor in Table Bay and proclaim it, “die Kaap van Goede Hoop’’ (dutch for: the Cape of Good Hope).

Chapman's Peak Drive

Cape Town’s Chapman’s Peak drive is both dramatic and beautiful. Hugging the face of Chapman’s Peak Mountain, this pass offer breathtaking vantage points that rise up to 593 meters above sea level. driving along this particular route is special in that it offers views at every one of its 114 curves that necessitate, slow careful driving, allowing one to enjoy it all the more.

African Penguin

The residence of the African Penguin, famous for its animated displays is on Boulder’s beach in Simonstown. Here is where the Cape’s nature takes center

stage, as the birds put on an animated display. The uniquely conceptualized Boulders Beach penguin interaction allows the animals to freely roam while guests are restricted to a generous boardwalk. one is able to view the african penguin in its natural habitat without disturbing or infringing.

Cape of Good Hope

Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve will provide you with an opportunity to view animals like the cape Mountain Zebra, the mischievous baboon and the blissful ostrich, all of which reside in the reserve.. One can also find a plethora of one of the cape’s most outstanding natural attributes, the “fynbos floral Kingdom” that is indigenous to this region.

Coastal Culinary Delights

Option 1: The Food Barn

Chef Franck Dangereux is the co-owner and resident chef of The Food Barn. Chef Franck fell in love with South Africa after a visit in his early twenties. His French heritage collides with his over twenty years of cooking in some the Cape’s most renowned kitchens to offer up a uniquely French-influenced South African menu that is seasonal and abides by the principles of sustainable cooking. Luxury Africa arrange for Chef Franck to personally host your lunch and share his passion for fine South African wine with you, whilst you dine on an exquisite 4-course lunch menu.

Option 2: Gourmet Picnic

Scenic beauty paired with delectable local cuisine. enjoy a private luxury picnic set in the picturesque cape of Good Hope nature reserve on one of the naturally formed beaches, that allows you an exclusive banquet hall provided by Mother nature herself. the picnic will feature gourmet pre-cooked foods hosted by a Luxury Africa guide, and served at a prepared dining table in the shade of outdoor umbrellas.

Option 3: Harbour House Kalk Bay

Renowned for its picturesque location and dining rooms on the edge of the rocks, Harbour House in Kalk Bay suitably impresses, with breathtaking views, lavish seafood, sushi and other offerings.  After dining enjoy watching the seals, hoping to get some leftovers from the fish market.

 

Highlights:

• Light House and spectacular vistas at cape Point

• Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve

• Boulders Beach Penguin Boardwalk

• Gourmet Lunch at the venue of your choice

• Simonstown, home to the SA Navy and treasure trove of Mariners’ History

• Chapman’s Peak Drive (SA’s version of california’s Highway 1)

• Drinks served on scenic site along the route

Tour Information

Tour Code: LA-Cape Coastal Tour

Departures: Your hotel

Departure Time: 9h00

Returns: Your Hotel

Return Time: 9h00

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