A CLOSE QUARTERS EXPERIENCE WITH THE AFRICAN PENGUINS OF BOULDERS BEACH AND ONE OF THE WORLD’S MOST REMARKABLE PENINSULAS

 

The cape peninsula

This is a captivating and scenic region stretching southwards from the vibrant Mother City, the peninsula is hugged by the Atlantic Ocean on one side and the Indian Ocean on the other. Featuring towering cliffs, sandy beaches, and picturesque bays creating some breathtaking backdrops. One of its most iconic landmarks is the historic Cape of Good Hope, where visitors pay witness to the powerful currents colliding beneath them at the most southern western tip of Africa.

This coastline and its endemic vegetation once set the scene for the early Portugease Explorer greats Dias and De Gama before acting as battlefields for the colonial feud between the Dutch and British. Steeped in history, rich in wildlife and kind on the eye its difficult to comprehend just how enjoyable this day out can be.

 

OUR PENGUIN FRIENDS

The discovery of a narrow passage way on the eastern side of Boulders Beach often means we can get closer than ever before to the African Penguin Colony. These endearing sea birds are not without their fight though, a combination of close observation and respect for their space makes for a truly enjoyable marine life encounter. Allow our private guides to convince you that these little guys are now your favorite creature under 3ft.

Sadly, they are endangered due to habitat loss, pollution, and overfishing and we are commited to working with local conservationists to help alleviate their harsh reality.


IDEAL itinerary

(This is an exmaple of our most popular peninsula tour. Your tour can however be customized to suit your activity, lunch or time preferecnes)

    • Snack pack filled with local South African treats

    • Pick up from accommodation in Cape Town or Surrounds

    • Qualified Private Guide

    • Vist to the Boulders Beach Penguin Colony

    • Vist to the Cape of Good Hope & Cape Point National Park

    • Entry Fees to National Parks (Boulders Beach + Cape Point)

    • Scenic Roadside Drinks Stop on Chapman’s Peak

    • On-board drinking water

  • Our first stop is only place in the world where you can get this close to the African Penguin. These friendly little guys have been kind enough to share their spectacular beach with us. The elevated boardwalks of Boulders Beach wind their way through the dunes and vegetation and not only provide great viewing spots, but also protect nesting penguins and their chicks. The opposite side of the beach allows us to climb over and under boulders to get even closer but only close enough to observe and not disturb.

  • Cape Point National Park boasts over 1100 indigenous plant species that form a small part of the much celebrated Fynbos Kingdom, the smallest but most diverse of the world's six floral kingdoms. Larger animals like Zebra, Eland and Bontebok are a rare sight, but one can often find roaming Ostriches and Baboons and between June & November the Humpback and Brydes whales are not uncommon.

    The Cape of Good Hope is situated at the junction of the warmer Agulhas current and colder Benguela current and, as a result, the marine life found on either side of Cape Point differs vastly. We'll visit the Cape of Good Hope and the lighthouses of Cape Point.

  • Neatly nestled in a cute little corner at Cape Point is a crooked little shack made of windows that welcomes revelers with a cup of hot tea and a scrumptious scone or two among other tasty desserts. Made almost entirely from windows, the Scone Shack invites the outside world in and allows curious creatures around it to join its patrons in enjoying the space.

    The Scone Shack used to be lived in by a laborer on the farm but when he left, they decided to remodel it and make a kitchen area. The unique “café of sorts” was created with sustainability in mind by our good friends Carl & Kara, building up the walls from scraps and repurposed window pieces.

  • From start to finish Chapmans Peak Drive will blow the mind of even the most seasoned traveler. The road meanders along as it hugs the rock faces of the back end of Table Mountain just meters above the iconic bay. Photo opportunities and roadside stops a plenty on what we think is one of the most beautiful roads anywhere in the word.

    We'll prepare a craft gin cocktail of our very own award winning Pesky Hobbit Gin born during the global hardships of 2020 and (maybe) a sneaky bootlegging story

  • Our final stop is at a destination synonymous with Capetonian foodie culture. The local fisherman of Hout Bay have long been regarded as the best in the business when it comes to delivering the tastiest Fish and Chips in SA. This is a real winner and a must do for lunch during your time here.

    • Lunch cost

    • Additional Food and Beverages


COST FROM:

$205 usd PER PERSON

  • THIS IS A PRIVATE TOUR FOR YOUR GROUP ONLY

  • PRICE VALID UNTIL SEPTEMBER 2025

  • $215 USD PER PERSON OCTOBER 2025 - MARCH 2026


  • 🩳 (If the tide allows) we are going to climb over and under a few medium sized Boulders while we're looking for Penguins (not strenuous). If the tide is high your legs and feet are going to get wet, I would suggest wearing suitable clothing. This is our first stop on the tour so feel free to bring a change of clothing to change into.

    ☀️ Sun cream and a hat for sunnier days. A windbreaker/jacket just in case the weather turns as it so often can. At the moment the forecast is for a high of 18 degrees celsius with partially sunny conditions and a medium breeze.

    👟 Please wear comfortable walking shoes for the 15 min walk up to the lighthouse at Cape Point. If you choose to take the tram/funicular this will be at the cost of 85.00 (when operational)

  • This experience is not weather dependant unless in extreme cases of rain or storms

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  • Your tour could make use of SUV's or touring vans depending on the amount of guests.