Tour Description:
- We start the day with a beach and bush hike in a remote corner of Cape Point Nature Reserve where guests will be captivated by the fabulous fynbos, rock pools, a shipwreck and WW2 history.
While exploring the reserve, we offer the option of short walks to the iconic Cape Point lighthouse and the southwestern tip of Africa, the Cape of Good Hope.
Lunch is included in the form of an on-the-go picnic, allowing guests to immerse themselves in the raw beauty of Cape Point Nature Reserve.
You will then be guided along the walkways at Boulders Penguin Colony, nestled between Simon’s Town and Cape Point. Boulders is renowned for its African Penguin colony and stunning beaches framed by ancient boulders and azure waters. Here, amidst a quiet residential area, guests can observe these critically endangered birds up close as they roam freely in their protected natural habitat.
- As the day comes to a close, you can unwind and enjoy a sundowner on the iconic Chapman’s Peak Drive. Affectionately known by the locals as “Chappies,” this route is considered one of the most spectacular marine drives in the world, featuring 114 curves, sheer drops to the sea, towering mountains and breathtaking 180° views.
LEISURE GUESTS - For leisure guests, we offer a more traditional Cape Peninsula Tour. This includes shorter walks in Cape Point Nature Reserve and free time in Kalk Bay, where you can see the Cape Fur Seals in the colourful fishing harbour and explore the quaint art galleries, antique shops, and boutique stores of this beautiful boho seaside town.
Cape of Great Walks invites guests to slow down and breathe in the raw beauty of the Cape Point Nature Reserve. Led by seasoned guides, we tread lesser-known tracks and trails in a remote corner of the reserve that reveals breathtaking coastal and mountain scenery.
We pause at the iconic Boulders Penguin Colony, where the azure waters frame beaches nestled among colossal boulders, to observe the critically endangered African Penguins in their protected habitat.
The day ends with a Sundowner on the famed Chapmans Peak Drive and the promise of memories that will last long after the sun has set.
Duration
7hrs+
Departure Times
Summer: (1st November - 31st March) - 7am. Winter: (1st April - 31st October) - 8am. We confirm the evening before based on the weather.
