Cape Town Three Capes & Wine Regions: 2-Day Coastal Tour to Cape Point, Agulhas & Hermanus

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Difficulty

moderate

Duration

2 days (approx. 10–12 hours per day)

Fitness Level

Suitable for travelers with moderate fitness; includes short walks, some steps, and long periods in a vehicle.

Overview

Drive the spine of the Cape Peninsula, stand where two oceans meet at Agulhas, and watch whales and penguins up close on this private two-day coastal tour from Cape Town. Expect dramatic cliffs, curated wine tastings, and guided wildlife stops.

Cape Town Three Capes & Wine Regions: 2-Day Coastal Tour to Cape Point, Agulhas & Hermanus

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Date

Thu, Nov 6

Travelers

The morning wind breaks against a granite cliff and carries the salt of two oceans: cold Benguela currents push north while the warm Agulhas teases in from the southeast. On Day One a small, private vehicle peels away from Cape Town’s harbor and follows the rugged spine of the Peninsula—stretches of road that make the sea feel like it’s chasing the tyres. You’ll hop short lookouts, watch seals cavort in Hout Bay, and stand at Cape Point where ships once misread this rocky lip of land and where the landscape still seems to test the courage of passing vessels.

Adventure Photos

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Adventure Tips

Layer for sudden coastal weather

Mornings and late afternoons can be cold and windy even in summer—pack a windproof midlayer you can stow in a daypack.

Protect against strong sun

UV is high on the water and at altitude—use SPF 30+ sunscreen and wear a wide-brim hat and sunglasses.

Bring binoculars for wildlife

A compact pair will make whale and penguin viewing from cliffs and boats far more rewarding.

Expect a lot of driving

Day Two includes a 2–3 hour drive each way to Agulhas—download offline maps and charge devices before leaving.

Local Insights

Wildlife

African penguin
Southern right whale (seasonal)

History

The Cape Peninsula was charted by Portuguese and Dutch mariners in the 15th–17th centuries; Constantia and Stellenbosch wine regions date to the 17th century and shaped colonial agriculture.

Conservation

Parts of the route traverse the Cape Floristic Region, a biodiversity hotspot—stay on paths, avoid feeding wildlife, and respect fenced reserves to protect fragile habitats.