Cape Town visits should naturally include iconic Table Mountain and a must-do exploration of the Peninsula in the far south. We’ll spend the day exploring the latter and do this a little differently than the usual, as we zip past the crowded tourist spots, and instead take a series of short hikes to get the best of this beautiful region.
Our tour begins in Muizenberg, the 'Surf Mecca' of False Bay. Enjoy the long stretch of beach, dotted with the infamous colourful bathing huts, iconic on images of the area.
From here, we wind our way along the beautiful coastline, to the charismatic village of Kalk Bay, best known for its working fishing harbour and bohemian feel. Browse the arts and crafts on offer, perhaps do a bit of shopping in the quirky fashion boutiques and enjoy the antiques and collectables along the main strip. Get a feel for the local fisherman community at the harbour where you will encounter a few seals eagerly awaiting fish scraps as the boats come in.
Next, we’ll head over to Simon’s Town to search for our own rogue penguins – a splinter colony far from the crowded boardwalks over the main breeding site, on a lesser known beach frequented mostly by locals only.
For lunch, we will head over to the whole earth café in the heart of the seaside town of Scarborough. You will enjoy a healthy, delicious lunch made using fresh ingredients that are ethically and locally sourced.
For those keen to find out more about the rich history surrounding this naval town, the museums and monuments provide plenty of insight into this historical harbour town.
Our tour continues with a gentle hike and exploration in the Cape Peninsula Reserve, discovering secluded beaches, shipwrecks and this region’s unique wildlife. The return journey weaves back to Cape Town via Noordhoek, stopping for some superb wine tasting at Cape Point Vineyards, producer of some of South Africa’s finest Sauvignon Blanc.
To head back to your hotel, we will drive along Chapman's Peak Drive, a spectacular road which hugs the near-vertical face of the mountain, with 114 curves all along the Atlantic Ocean.
Tour Code: Master
Duration: 8 – 12 Hours
Group Size: Private Groups, 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 paddle boards, mountain bikes, pre-packed hiking packs, surf boards 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.
Explore - Simon's Town Penguin Beaches away from the Tourist Crowds (Esc+Exp)
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 – available at R550
Mountain Bike – available at R900 per person
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
